Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
78013 SL005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 3COND 26AWG SLATE 100'	12
8729 0091000 Belden	CBL 4COND 22AWG SHLD	0
M3243 SL005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 3COND 18AWG SHLD 100'	7
CF77-UL-05-12 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 12COND 20 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	5000
5492C SL002 Alpha Wire	MULTI-PAIR 4COND 24AWG SHLD 500'	0
7133863.2R General Cable	CABLE CAT6 8COND 23AWG GRY 2000'	0
86102 SL005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 2COND 26AWG SLATE 100'	2
3087A U3R500 Belden	CBL 4COND 22AWG SHLD	500
CF6.05.18 Igus, Inc.	CONTROL, SHIELD 600V FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
7740210 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 18 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1377
6962604 SAB North America	CABLE CAT6 8COND 26AWG GRN 1=1FT	38113
2591203 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 12AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1403
M1124 SL001 Alpha Wire	CABLE 4COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'	0
45192 BK199	CABLE 2COND 22AWG BLACK FEET	2200
39550425 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 14 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	2554
CF77-UL-15-04 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 4COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	4900
E1502S.25.03 General Cable	CABLE 2COND 18AWG RED 500'	410000
78114 SL001 Alpha Wire	CABLE 4COND 26AWG SHLD 1000'	3
93331607 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	24468
02726.41T.01 General Cable	CABLE 4COND 12AWG BLACK 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

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.