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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
3644B/26 100SF

3644B/26 100SF

3M

MULTI-PAIR 26COND 28AWG 100'

1
C4064A.12.10

C4064A.12.10

General Cable

CABLE 5COND 22AWG GRAY 100'

7
8813130000

8813130000

Weidmuller

CABLE CAT7 8COND 23AWG 1=100M

2
09456000501

09456000501

HARTING

CABLE CAT6A 8COND 26AWG 328.1'

0
86112CY SL001

86112CY SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 12COND 26AWG SHLD 1000'

0
73605W 008500

73605W 008500

Belden

CBL 5COND 16AWG

0
1552200013

1552200013

Woodhead - Molex

CABLE 4X0.25 WSOR BK UNSH DCS D4

0
5070/40C SL005

5070/40C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 40COND 18AWG SLATE 100'

1
76204WS 0081000

76204WS 0081000

Belden

CBL 4COND 24 AWG SHLD MACHFLEX

1
5384C SL001

5384C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 18AWG SHLD 1000'

1
2461C SL021

2461C SL021

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 22AWG SHLD 1000'

2
C1606.41.01

C1606.41.01

General Cable

CABLE 6COND 16AWG BLK SHLD 1000'

557000
14DBCRED/YEL250

14DBCRED/YEL250

Remington Industries

CABLE 2COND 16 AWG WHITE 250'

50
CF881.07.05

CF881.07.05

Igus, Inc.

CONTROL, SHIELDED FLEX, 1=1FT

5000
5931 SL001

5931 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 28AWG SHLD 1000'

0
470045YY GE033

470045YY GE033

Alpha Wire

4C .5MM UNSHIELDED 100 M

6
E1052S.38.10

E1052S.38.10

General Cable

CABLE 2COND 14AWG GRAY 500'

0
CF9.10.12

CF9.10.12

Igus, Inc.

CONTROL, 5X OD FLEX RATED, 1=1FT

5000
65807 SL005

65807 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 7COND 18AWG SLATE 100'

4
5283C SL001

5283C SL001

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 20AWG 1000'

0

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

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Control CablesLow capacitance, high flexibility, 300-1000V ratingPLC systems, factory automation
Power CablesLarge cross-section conductors, thermal-resistant insulationMachinery power supply, HVAC systems
Data Communication CablesTwisted pair configurations, 100 impedanceEthernet networks, fieldbus systems
Signal CablesShielded designs, noise suppressionSensor 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

ParameterTypical RangeSignificance
Conductor Count2-104 conductorsDetermines system integration density
Voltage Rating300V-2000VDefines operational safety margin
Temperature Range-40 C to +125 CEnvironmental adaptability
Shielding Effectiveness60-100dBEMI protection level
Bending Radius7.5 OD to 15 ODInstallation 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

ManufacturerKey ProductsSpecialization
LegrandOkonite Multi-ConductorBuilding automation solutions
Belden8760 DataTuffIndustrial Ethernet cables
Prysmian GroupFire resistant Ecos ZEnergy sector applications
Alpha Wire3279 UltraFlexHigh-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.

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