Application Cases of Slip Rings in Electro-Optical (EO) Gimbals

September 4, 2025

Application Cases of Slip Rings in Electro-Optical (EO) Gimbals

Below are directly referenceable successful application cases of slip rings in electro-optical gimbals, focusing on platforms, configurations, and quantifiable results.

Case Overview

Platform/Scenario	Slip Ring Solution	Key Configuration	Outcomes/Indicators	Public Information
Exported Reconnaissance-Strike UAV Gimbal	Electrical slip ring integrated with multi-protocol channels	Gigabit Ethernet, multi-channel control & power circuits	Enables 360° continuous stable imaging and servo control; verified in actual combat in the Middle East/North Africa with high reliability	JINPAT application & combat operation reports
Airborne Spherical EO Gimbal	Opto-electronic integrated slip ring	Integration of electricity + signals + optical fibers	Supports large-bandwidth data transmission with strong anti-interference capability; stable operation in harsh environments	Media reports
Ultra-Small UAV Gimbal	Ultra-miniature electrical slip ring	φ12.5 mm × L ≤ 35 mm; Gigabit Ethernet + 8 signal channels + power	Ensures data transmission and power supply despite space and weight constraints	JINPAT ultra-small size solution
Small UAV Gimbal	Ultra-miniature electrical slip ring	φ16 mm × L23 mm; 44 signal channels	High integration and low torque, suitable for harsh installation spaces	JINPAT Model LPMS-44S
General Mid-to-High-End Gimbal	Integrated electrical slip ring	46 signal channels + 1 HD channel; twisted/shielded wires + Teflon power wires	Multi-channel parallel transmission, excellent EMC performance, and gapless imaging	Model LPC-3402-46S-HD01
Customized Small Gimbal	Opto-electronic integrated cap-type slip ring	Integration of optical fibers + electricity; low temperature resistance (-40℃)	Stable operation in low-temperature environments; supports high-speed data transmission and power supply	JINPAT new products & cases
Fighter Jet/UAV Gimbal	Multi-channel electrical slip ring + encoder channels	Multi-protocol signals + 8 encoder channels	Stable imaging and servo control; zero-latency sensing	Encoder channel applications
Mass-Produced UAV Gimbal Project	Modular small slip ring	Standardized channels and packaging	High yield rate, fast delivery, and low maintenance	Mass supply of standard models

Key Points for Selection & Outcomes

Continuous Rotation & Large Bandwidth: Optical fiber/opto-electronic integrated slip rings perform better in high-definition video and radar data transmission, and are suitable for high-vibration and strong-interference environments such as those of fighter jets and shipboard systems.
Ultra-Miniaturization Limit: Ultra-miniature slip rings (φ12.5–16 mm) enable Gigabit Ethernet, multi-channel signals, and power supply in small gimbals, ensuring stable imaging and servo control even under space and weight constraints.
Combat & Mass-Production Verification: Exported UAV gimbals have been in long-term service in the Middle East/North Africa, demonstrating high reliability and strong environmental adaptability.
Channel & Protocol Integration: Multi-channel electrical slip rings support hybrid transmission of Gigabit Ethernet, Camera Link, SDI, encoders, and servo power, ensuring parallel operation of multiple sensors and compliance with EMC standards.
Extreme Environment Adaptation & Certification: Designed to withstand -55℃～+70℃, high altitudes, and vibrations, suitable for airborne, shipboard, and alpine scenarios.

Quick Reference Examples

"In the exported reconnaissance-strike UAV gimbals serving in the Middle East/North Africa, electrical slip rings integrated with Gigabit Ethernet, multi-channel signals, and power supply are adopted. These slip rings enable 360° continuous stable imaging and servo control, and have proven reliable in actual combat with low maintenance costs."
"A certain type of airborne spherical EO gimbal uses an opto-electronic integrated slip ring (integrating electricity, signals, and optical fibers), which ensures lossless and stable transmission of large-bandwidth data even in high-vibration and high-interference environments."

If needed, a customized case list and BOM recommendations with the structure of "Platform - Slip Ring Model - Channel Mapping - Measured Indicators" can be provided based on your platform size, number of channels, rotation speed/temperature, and protection level requirements.

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