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Multiple Conductor Cables

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C2471A.41.10

C2471A.41.10

General Cable

CABLE 10COND 24AWG GRAY 50'

25000
7741810

7741810

SAB North America

CABLE 18COND 18 AWG GRAY 1=1FT

748
31-00025

31-00025

Tensility International Corporation

CBL COIL SHLD 3C 22AWG 2230MM

199
1552200280

1552200280

Woodhead - Molex

CABLE 3X2.5 WSOR GY UNSH G/Y D9.

0
30-00415

30-00415

Tensility International Corporation

CBL 2COND 18AWG BLACK/RED 305M

26
30-00916

30-00916

Tensility International Corporation

CBL 20AWG TPU SHLD 4CON 153M

0
78002 SL001

78002 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 28AWG SLATE 1000'

2
652418CY SL005

652418CY SL005

Alpha Wire

24AWG 18C SHIELDED 100'

4
1552200170

1552200170

Woodhead - Molex

CABLE 4X1 WSOR BK UNSH G/Y D7.6

0
30-01141

30-01141

Tensility International Corporation

CBL 6CON 28AWG SHLD BLK BIO 153M

6
30-01095

30-01095

Tensility International Corporation

CBL 9CON 28AWG SHLD BLK 153M

11
80038 SL005

80038 SL005

Alpha Wire

ECOFLEX PUR 12CON 18AWG UNSH

1
220804

220804

CABLE 4COND 8AWG BLACK FT

1185
95561807

95561807

SAB North America

CABLE 7COND 18AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT

6610
30-00674

30-00674

Tensility International Corporation

CBL 28AWG TPU SHLD 8CON 153M

13
30-00533

30-00533

Tensility International Corporation

CABLE 10COND 24AWG GRY 1=153M

0
3600G/14 300SF

3600G/14 300SF

3M

MULTI-PAIR 14COND 28AWG GRY 300'

0
V16016 BK008

V16016 BK008

Alpha Wire

16AWG 4C VFD CABLE

14
C0762A.41.10

C0762A.41.10

General Cable

CABLE 4COND 22AWG GRY SHLD 1000'

17129000
5023C SL001

5023C SL001

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 22AWG 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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