Coaxial Power Connectors - Need help

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Coaxial power connectors, typically used for low voltage and DC applications, are not suitable for transmitting 220V, 15A AC power. The discussion highlights that these connectors are not designed for high voltage and current, and the requirement for a rotating connection complicates the situation further. Alternatives such as rotating electrical connectors and coiled power cables are suggested for this application. A Google search for "rotating power connectors" can provide additional options. Using the correct type of connector is crucial for safety and functionality.
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Hi all,

I'm a mechanical engineering student and I need your help with a project as I'm somewhat not familiar to electrical stuff.

I'd like to use coaxial power connectors (like the ones in laptops power input) to transmit 220 V, 15 A AC through them. The power source is fixed but the receiving component is in rotation. Is that possible? Because i made a little research and these coaxial connectors are all for lower voltage and amps of DC.

If not possible, do you know any other ways or have any suggestions to make it work?

Any help would be appreciated. I hope I could make it clear, and sorry for my English :blushing:
 
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subterrain, Welcome to Physics Forums!

Power connectors such as the input to a laptop are NOT rated to pass 220V, 15 A AC! You should not use those to carry such high voltage and current. Your own research discovered that fact.

Also, those connectors are NOT "coaxial". Coaxial connectors, or Electrical signal connectors, are typically used to pass Radio Frequency (RF) signals. This page describes 40 different types:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Coaxial_connectors

Notice, please, that none of these are used to pass power like 220V AC at 15 A.

Your requirement that one-half of the connector (the receiving component) is in rotation complicates the job greatly!

A Google search using the terms “rotating power connectors” brings many choices. Here are two:
http://www.cavotec.com/en/general-industry/rotating-electrical-connectors_72/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002O18C30/?tag=pfamazon01-20

Also, you might use a coiled power cable to connect the power source to the unit.

Cheers,
Bobbywhy
p.s. Your English seems to be very good!
 
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