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Title: Need help finding an electrical part...........
Post by: mccoy178 on August 01, 2012, 12:15:20 pm

I have a rotating display like the one pictured here:
(http://www.arizonagourds.com/turntable1.jpg)

I am trying to find a way to put a light on top that will spin without twisting the cord.  I know such a part exists that keeps the electricity in constant contact as it rotates.  Any links or suggestions?

Title: Re: Need help finding an electrical part...........
Post by: BadMouth on August 01, 2012, 12:28:42 pm

http://www.paradisearcadeshop.com/en/joysticks-trackball/376-ultimate-arcade-slip-ring.html (http://www.paradisearcadeshop.com/en/joysticks-trackball/376-ultimate-arcade-slip-ring.html)

http://groovygamegear.com/webstore/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=382 (http://groovygamegear.com/webstore/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=382)

Title: Re: Need help finding an electrical part...........
Post by: Turvey on August 01, 2012, 12:29:45 pm

A car steering column with a horn in the middle of the steering wheel will have what you want. Don't know how easy it would be to modify for your needs though  :-\

Title: Re: Need help finding an electrical part...........
Post by: Mysterioii on August 01, 2012, 12:54:04 pm

Haha I like both GGG and Paradise but yeah I'll give ya that one...   ;D  Looks like the sticker is free though!

Title: Re: Need help finding an electrical part...........
Post by: mccoy178 on August 01, 2012, 12:54:55 pm

Thanks guys!  I did figure out it's called a slip ring.  I'm trying to power one of those hockey puck lights.  110v.  The only electrical one I found was $75!