Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
2611407 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 14 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	3605
CF10.UL.02.12 Igus, Inc.	CNTRL CBLE, UL, 5X OD FLEX 1=1FT	5000
7522007 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 20 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	3081
30-00529 Tensility International Corporation	CABLE 9COND 28AWG WHT 1=153M	0
86605CY SL001 Alpha Wire	MULTI-PAIR 10COND 24AWG 1000'	0
8103 0601000 Belden	CBL 3PR 24AWG SHLD	0
3600G/14 300 3M	MULTI-PAIR 14COND 28AWG GRY 300'	15
78131 SL005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 15COND 24AWG SHLD 100'	15
5273C SL002 Alpha Wire	MULTI-PAIR 6COND 24AWG SHLD 500'	0
30-01123 Tensility International Corporation	CBL 5CON 26AWG SHLD BLK BIO 153M	8
86501CY SL005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 2COND 26AWG SHLD 100'	11
1552200062 Woodhead - Molex	CABLE 3X0.34 WSOR OR UNSH DCS D4	0
78142 SL005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 2COND 20AWG SHLD 100'	0
CF880-07-03 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 3COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	4995
2591605 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 16AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	6430
5300UG 008U1000 Belden	CBL 2COND 18AWG PP FRPVC	0
M1232 WH002 Alpha Wire	CABLE 2COND 20AWG WHT SHLD 500'	0
79039 SL005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 5COND 12AWG SLATE 100'	0
2412 0051000 Belden	CAT6+ 4PR U/UTP CMR REEL	7000
CF27.25.05.04.D Igus, Inc.	SERVO CABLE, FLEX RATED, 1=1FT	5000

Multiple Conductor Cables

1. Overview

Multiple Conductor Cables (MCC) are composite cable structures containing two or more individually insulated conductors enclosed within a common jacket. These cables enable simultaneous transmission of power, data, and control signals in complex systems. Their modular design optimizes space utilization while maintaining signal integrity, making them essential in industrial automation, telecommunications, and energy distribution systems.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Control Cables	Low capacitance, high flexibility, 300-1000V rating	PLC systems, factory automation
Power Cables	Large cross-section conductors, thermal-resistant insulation	Machinery power supply, HVAC systems
Data Communication Cables	Twisted pair configurations, 100 impedance	Ethernet networks, fieldbus systems
Signal Cables	Shielded designs, noise suppression	Sensor networks, instrumentation

3. Structure and Composition

Typical construction includes:

Conductors: Annealed copper or aluminum (solid/stranded), 0.14-10mm cross-section
Insulation: PVC, XLPE, or FEP materials with 300% elongation
Shielding: Aluminum-polyester foil (100% coverage) or braided copper (85% coverage)
Jacket: Flame-retardant PVC or LSZH compounds (0.8-3.0mm thickness)

Layered design prevents crosstalk between conductors while maintaining mechanical durability (20N/mm tensile strength).

4. Key Technical Parameters

Parameter	Typical Range	Significance
Conductor Count	2-104 conductors	Determines system integration density
Voltage Rating	300V-2000V	Defines operational safety margin
Temperature Range	-40 C to +125 C	Environmental adaptability
Shielding Effectiveness	60-100dB	EMI protection level
Bending Radius	7.5 OD to 15 OD	Installation flexibility

5. Application Areas

Primary industries utilizing MCC:

Industrial Automation: Robotic arms, CNC machines
Transportation: Rail vehicle control systems
Energy: Wind turbine pitch control systems
Telecommunications: 5G base station interconnects

Case Study: Automotive production lines use 24-conductor control cables to synchronize robotic welding stations with <0.1ms latency.

6. Leading Manufacturers

Manufacturer	Key Products	Specialization
Legrand	Okonite Multi-Conductor	Building automation solutions
Belden	8760 DataTuff	Industrial Ethernet cables
Prysmian Group	Fire resistant Ecos Z	Energy sector applications
Alpha Wire	3279 UltraFlex	High-flex robotics cables

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

Current carrying capacity vs. conductor size (I = 3.2 Amm for Cu)
Chemical resistance requirements (oil/grease exposure)
Signal transmission requirements (CAT5e/CAT6 data rate support)
Regulatory compliance (UL/CSA/IEC standards)
Mechanical stress factors (vibration, bending cycles)

Recommend conducting thermal cycling tests (-20 C to +85 C) for critical applications.

8. Industry Trends

Emerging developments include:

Hybrid cables integrating fiber optics and power conductors
Nano-coated conductors for 50% weight reduction
Smart cables with embedded temperature/sensor monitoring
Halogen-free materials meeting IEC 60754-1 standards
Miniaturization trend: 0.08mm micro-conductors in medical cables

Market forecasts indicate 6.2% CAGR through 2030 driven by Industry 4.0 adoption.