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1553319002

1553319002

Woodhead - Molex

CABLE (4X2X0.25+2X1) PUR OR SH -

0
2219C SL002

2219C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 9PAIR 22AWG SHLD 500'

1
5080C SL002

5080C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 16AWG SLATE 500'

0
8777 0601000

8777 0601000

Belden

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 22AWG 1000'

16
7742501

7742501

SAB North America

CABLE 25COND 26 AWG GRAY 1=1FT

1725
78374 SL001

78374 SL001

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 8COND 24AWG 1000'

3
3600B/20 300

3600B/20 300

3M

MULTI-PAIR 20COND 28AWG 300'

3
C2427A.41.10

C2427A.41.10

General Cable

CABLE 12COND 16AWG GRAY 1000'

0
9991 060100

9991 060100

Belden

CABLE 6PR IND SHLD 24AWG 100'

3
8442 0601000

8442 0601000

Belden

CABLE 2 COND 22AWG 1000'

35
78108 SL005

78108 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 28AWG SHLD 100'

235
8714040S

8714040S

CABLE 4COND 14AWG BLACK FT

2410
5544 SL001

5544 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 14AWG SHLD 1000'

0
V16014 BK007

V16014 BK007

Alpha Wire

14AWG 4C VFD CABLE

13
1553211008

1553211008

Woodhead - Molex

CABLE (4G4+(2X1.5)) WSOR OR SH D

0
78134 SL005

78134 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 22AWG SHLD 100'

6
7841203

7841203

SAB North America

CABLE 12COND 22AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT

850
85010CY BK002

85010CY BK002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 20AWG BLK SHLD 500'

0
CF10.07.12

CF10.07.12

Igus, Inc.

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

5000
2424C SL021

2424C SL021

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 18AWG SHLD 1000'

2

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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