Summary of Contents for Conductix-Wampfler R Series
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R Series Slip Rings Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual XA-969000.9 - 01.13.23 R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
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Buyer’s name - provided that Seller shall have the right to elect to defend any such suit or action for the account of Buyer. The foregoing shall be the exclusive remedies of the Buyer and all persons and entitles claiming through the Buyer. R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
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Ask us for a quote on expert system installations,inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs/retrofits. As the world’s largest single source manufacturer of mobile electrification products, Conductix-Wampfler has the unique ability to offer a degree of service not found anywhere else. Conductix-Wampfler’s team of highly qualified service technicians and engineers have years of experience servicing our complete line of products.
1.2.3 The obligations agreed upon in the delivery agreement and our General Terms and Conditions of business apply, as do the delivery conditions of the manufacturer and the legal regulations applicable at the time the contract was concluded. 1.2.4 All products are subject to technical modifications in the context of improvement of function and further development. R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
Unauthorized persons who do not meet the requirements described here are not acquainted with the dangers in the working area. Keep unauthorized personnel away from the working area. In case of doubt, address the person and direct them away from the working area. Stop working, as long as unauthorized persons are in the working area. R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
1.8 Operational Warnings 1.8.1 Slip rings must be enclosed and protected from any contact by personnel. Means for the provision of this protection is the responsibility of the user. Various enclosure styles are available from Conductix-Wampfler. WARNING •...
1.10.1 The R-Series slip ring are built to manufacturer’s interpretation of NEC guidelines and UL specifications. They are not generally certified or listed by an independent certifying or regulatory body. 1.10.2 The following specifications apply to all R-Series slip rings (contact Conductix-Wampfler for in-between sizes). Bore Size (in.)
All other components are to be disposed of in accordance with their material composition. Take care with items identified as Substances of Concern. 2.0.3 Local authorities or special disposal companies can provide information about environmentally appropriate disposal. R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
The “loose link” or “floating” type drive connection or mechanism is required due to run-out and or deflection that may occur during operation. • If not followed, premature wear or failure of slip ring assembly will occur. (See 8.0 REPLACEMENT PARTS for optional bolt on drive brackets). R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
Consult factory for special or other bore sizes. Set Screw Insulator Brush Holder Figure 3-1 Brush Core lead terminal block and terminal strip Drive Holes Drive Link or Pin (supplied by others) Minimum Clearance .030” Figure 3-2 R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
This is to be “play” between the slip ring driven item and the device that is driving it. (See Section 8.0 REPLACEMENT PARTS for optional bolt on drive brackets). R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
This is to avoid putting strain on the assembly due to the run-out and or deflection that may occur during operation. This is to be “play” between the slip ring and the device that is driving it. R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
If the thermostat is supplied separate from the heater, the thermostat is to be wired in series with the power lead. WARNING During installation of the slip ring, proper air gap must be maintained between conductive items, and all terminal • connections. Refer to U.L. 508C standards. Figure 3-5 R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
1. Remove the brush shunt lead and brush lead wiring from top of brush holder by removing top terminal screw. 2. Lift spring slightly with a hook type tool. 3. Tilt brush out from under the spring and away from holder for removal. 4. To reassemble, replace the brush in the reverse fashion. R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
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3. Slide the remaining brush assembly frame out from under the brush post. 4. To reassemble, replace assembly in the reverse fashion. Torque clamp bolts to 96 in lbs. Clamp Brush Post Shunt Leads Spring Frame 200 Amp Brush Figure: 4-2 R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
1.5 lbs. minimum 3.0 lbs. minimum 5 lb. Scale 2.5 lbs. minimum Brush Spring Figure: 4-4 NOTE: • If bush posts are mounted separate from slip ring assembly, follow manufacturer’s recommendation on mounting distance from rings. R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
4.10.1 In addition to using the slip ring polishing kit No. XA-41286 clean the slip ring using only clean, dry, low pressure air or a vacuum cleaner to remove the contaminants from the rings. Do not use any solvents, aerosol sprays, or liquid cleaners on the slip ring assembly. R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
Intermittent Signal or Loss of Signal. (Ring Polishing Kit No. XA-41286) Visually check for spring fit and function. Adjust or replace as necessary. consider silver graphite brushes and/or silver plated rings for sensitive data signals and very low amp/volt signals. R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
2.5”, 3.0” Figure 8-1 Figure 8-2 Spare Parts overview (1.5” Bore Ring show, other bore size parts may differ slightly. Contact factory for questions). NOTE: • Always have Part and or Serial Number when ordering R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
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XA-30073 XA-R515-DTK-6 XA-R559/R469-8A-6 8.0” XA-30076 XA-R1345 XA-100210 10.0” XA-30076 XA-R1345-10000M N/A XA-100186 Special bore sizes: Consult Factory C/F = Consult factory if assembly is equipped with ball bearings, wrap around cover, or other special features. R SERIES SLIP RINGS MANUAL...
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