Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
1299/20C SL002 Alpha Wire	CABLE 20COND 22AWG SHLD 500'	1
CF10.07.05 Igus, Inc.	CONTROL, 5X OD FLEX RATED, 1=1FT	4994
25158 BK199	CABLE 8COND 20AWG BLACK FEET	2620
30-01282 Tensility International Corporation	CBL 5CON 22AWG 153M GRY	0
78130 SL199 Alpha Wire	24AWG 10C FOIL	0
45292 BK199	MULT-PAIR 4COND 20AWG BLACK FEET	1293
79100-075-4ZLT 3M	CABLE 4COND 18AWG BLACK 200M	3
N222-01K-BL Tripp Lite	CABLE CAT6 4PR 23AWG BLU 1000'	81814
CF5.10.05 Igus, Inc.	CONTROL CABLE, 600V, FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
31-00007 Tensility International Corporation	CBL COIL SHLD 2C 22AWG 2230MM	0
31-00082 Tensility International Corporation	CBL COIL SHLD 6C 24AWG 2230MM	0
21458-22-2-0500-0402-1-TS CnC Tech	CABLE 2COND 22AWG RED/WHT 500'	0
DC3332220S SAB North America	CABLE 20COND 22AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	1580
45495 BK001 Alpha Wire	CABLE 5 PAIR 24AWG BLACK 1000'	0
30-00510 Tensility International Corporation	CABLE 6COND 28AWG BLK 153M	33
CFROBOT2.07.07.C Igus, Inc.	ROBOT CABLE, TORSION RATE, 1=1FT	5000
76004WS 008500 Belden	CBL 4COND 28 AWG SHLD MACHFLEX	0
77126 SL005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 3COND 18AWG SHLD 100'	0
30-00503 Tensility International Corporation	CABLE 5COND 24AWG GRY 1=153M	0
5033C SL005 Alpha Wire	MULTI-PAIR 6COND 18AWG 100'	3

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.