ingiant technology | Industry new | April 29.2025
With the rapid development of medical diagnostic technology, computed tomography (CT) has become an indispensable and important means of clinical diagnosis. A clear and accurate CT image can not only provide doctors with key diagnostic basis, but also directly affect the diagnosis and treatment effect of patients. Behind the efficient operation of CT equipment, CT slip ring, as a core component, is silently playing an irreplaceable role. Its performance directly affects the imaging quality, scanning speed and stability of CT equipment, and it can be called the "power and signal center" of CT equipment.
Ⅰ. What is a CT slip ring?
CT slip ring is essentially a specially designed conductive slip ring, which is specially designed for the rotation scanning needs of medical CT equipment. Traditional CT equipment uses cables to connect the rotating part and the stationary part. As the equipment runs for a long time, the cables are very likely to get entangled, worn or even broken, which not only affects the normal use of the equipment, but also poses a safety hazard. The emergence of CT slip rings completely solves this problem. It realizes the uninterrupted transmission of power and data signals during the 360-degree continuous rotation of the CT equipment through the sliding contact between the brush and the conductive ring.
From a structural point of view, the CT slip ring is mainly composed of a rotor, a stator, a brush, a conductive ring and a casing. The rotor part is connected to the rotating frame of the CT equipment, and the stator is fixed to the stationary frame of the equipment. The brush is made of a special material with high conductivity and high wear resistance, and fits tightly with the conductive ring. When the CT device is scanning, the rotor drives the brush to slide on the surface of the conductive ring, and the current and data signals are transmitted from the stator end to the rotor end, ensuring the continuous and stable operation of the core components of the CT device, such as the tube and detector.
Ⅱ. Core technical advantages of CT slip rings
(I) Efficient and stable transmission performance
CT slip rings can realize the simultaneous transmission of multiple power supplies and high-speed data signals. During CT scanning, the tube needs a stable power supply to generate X-rays, and the detector needs to quickly and accurately transmit the collected massive data to the computer for processing. With its sophisticated design and high-quality materials, CT slip rings can meet these complex transmission requirements and ensure that there will be no signal interruption or transmission errors during the scanning process of CT equipment, thereby ensuring the imaging quality.
(II) Ultra-long service life and high reliability
Medical CT equipment is used frequently and needs to undertake a large number of patient scanning tasks every day, which places extremely high demands on the durability of CT slip rings. In the design and manufacturing process of CT slip rings, advanced processes and high-quality materials are used, such as using precious metal alloys to make conductive rings and using specially formulated carbon materials to make brushes, which effectively reduces the wear between components and extends the service life of slip rings. At the same time, strict quality inspection and control processes also ensure that CT slip rings have extremely high reliability and reduce the downtime of equipment due to slip ring failures.
(III) Low noise and low vibration design
During medical examinations, patient comfort is of vital importance. CT slip rings effectively reduce noise and vibration during operation by optimizing structural design and adopting high-precision manufacturing processes. This not only creates a quieter and more comfortable examination environment for patients, but also reduces the impact of external interference on the imaging quality of CT equipment.
Ⅲ. Application scenarios and equipment types of CT slip rings
CT slip rings are widely used in various types of CT equipment. Whether it is a conventional whole-body CT scanner in the hospital radiology department or a high-end CT device specially used for the inspection of delicate parts such as the heart and cerebral blood vessels, they all rely on the support of CT slip rings.
In conventional whole-body CT scans, CT slip rings ensure that the equipment can quickly and continuously scan various parts of the human body, providing doctors with comprehensive diagnostic images. In cardiac CT examinations, due to the particularity of heart beating, the scanning speed and imaging accuracy of CT equipment are extremely high. With its high-speed and stable transmission performance, CT slip rings help CT equipment achieve ultra-fast scanning, capture clear images of the heart beating moment, and provide accurate basis for the diagnosis of cardiovascular diseases. In addition, in application scenarios such as interventional treatment and radiotherapy positioning, CT slip rings also play an important role, providing technical support for precision medicine.
Ⅳ. How to choose high-quality CT slip rings?
(I) Pay attention to the qualifications and experience of the manufacturer
Give priority to manufacturers with medical equipment production qualifications and many years of experience in the field of CT slip rings. Such companies usually have mature R&D teams and perfect production systems, and can strictly control product quality. You can evaluate the strength of the manufacturer by checking the manufacturer's relevant certifications (such as ISO 13485 medical device quality management system certification, etc.), understanding its reputation and customer cases in the industry.
(II) Inspect the technical parameters of the product
Focus on the rated current, voltage, data transmission rate, contact resistance, insulation resistance and other key technical parameters of the CT slip ring. Different models of CT equipment have different requirements for the parameters of the slip ring. Make sure that the parameters of the selected slip ring can meet the actual operation requirements of the equipment. For example, high-end CT equipment has high requirements for data transmission rate, so it is necessary to choose slip rings with high-speed data transmission capabilities.
(III) Understand after-sales service and technical support
As a precision component, CT slip rings may encounter various problems during use. A reliable manufacturer should be able to provide comprehensive after-sales service, including timely technical consultation, fast fault repair and regular maintenance guidance. Good after-sales service can reduce equipment downtime and ensure the normal operation of CT examinations in hospitals.
V. Maintenance and troubleshooting of CT slip rings
(I) Daily maintenance points
Clean the CT slip rings regularly, wipe the surfaces of the conductive rings and brushes with a dry, clean dust-free cloth, remove dust, oil and other impurities, and prevent the accumulation of impurities from affecting the transmission performance. At the same time, check whether the fixed parts of the slip rings are loose, whether the cable connections are firm, and deal with problems in a timely manner.
(II) Common troubleshooting
If the CT equipment has problems such as blurred imaging and signal interruption, the CT slip rings can be checked first. Check whether the brushes are severely worn. If the brushes are worn more than 1/3 of the original thickness, they should be replaced in time; measure whether the contact resistance of the conductive ring is abnormal. If the resistance value is too large, it may be that the surface of the conductive ring is oxidized or there is poor contact, which requires cleaning or repair. If the problem cannot be solved by self-checking, the manufacturer's professional technicians should be contacted for inspection and repair in time.
VI. Industry Trends: Technological Innovation of CT Slip Rings
With the continuous advancement of medical technology, the performance requirements for CT equipment are getting higher and higher, which also drives the continuous innovation of CT slip ring technology. On the one hand, in the future, CT slip rings will develop towards higher data transmission rates and greater current carrying capacity to meet the needs of higher resolution and faster scanning speed of CT equipment. On the other hand, the application of new materials and new processes will further enhance the performance of CT slip rings. For example, the use of nanomaterials to make conductive rings can reduce contact resistance and improve transmission efficiency; the application of 3D printing technology for slip ring structure design can achieve a more optimized layout and reduce volume and weight. In addition, intelligence is also one of the development trends of CT slip rings. In the future, CT slip rings may integrate sensors and intelligent monitoring systems to provide real-time feedback on operating status, realize fault warning and remote maintenance.
Ⅵ. Choose reliable slip rings to ensure the accuracy of medical images
Although CT slip rings are small, they play a key role in medical diagnosis. From basic concepts to core technologies, from application scenarios to purchase and maintenance, every link is related to the operating quality of CT equipment and the accuracy of medical images. The medical equipment CT slip rings designed by Ingiant are very reliable and stable. They not only ensure the stable operation of CT equipment, but also provide important support for accurate diagnosis and high-quality medical services for patients. If you are interested in our products, we will provide free technical consultation and obtain our product manuals.
Ⅷ. FAQ
Q1: How long is the service life of CT slip rings?
A1:The service life of CT slip rings is affected by many factors such as frequency of use, working environment, and maintenance. Under normal use and regular maintenance, it can generally be used for 3-5 years. However, if the use environment is harsh or the maintenance is improper, its service life may be shortened.
Q2: Does replacing CT slip rings require professional operation?
A2:Yes, CT slip rings are precision parts, and the replacement process requires professional knowledge and skills. To ensure that the slip rings can operate normally after replacement and avoid damage to the equipment due to improper operation, it is recommended that the manufacturer's professional technicians or professionally trained maintenance personnel replace them.
Q3: Can CT slip rings of different brands be universal?
A3:CT equipment of different brands and models have different requirements for technical parameters, installation dimensions, etc. of slip rings, so CT slip rings are generally not universal. When replacing slip rings, you should choose a model that matches the equipment, or consult the equipment manufacturer and slip ring supplier to ensure that the selected slip ring can adapt to the original equipment.
Post time: Apr-29-2025