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Multiple Conductor Cables

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
1181/20C SL001

1181/20C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 20COND 22AWG SLATE 1000'

5
35691414

35691414

SAB North America

CABLE 6COND 14/18AWG BLACK 1=1FT

13367
CF9.02.25

CF9.02.25

Igus, Inc.

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

5000
M13302 SL001

M13302 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 22AWG SLATE 1000'

0
CF78.UL.15.25

CF78.UL.15.25

Igus, Inc.

CONTROL, 1000V, UL, FLEX, 1=1FT

5000
77232 SL005

77232 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 14AWG SHLD 100'

0
3470/15C SL001

3470/15C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 15COND 28AWG SHLD 1000'

22
30-01294

30-01294

Tensility International Corporation

CBL 6CON 22AWG 153M GRY

0
C2526A.41.10

C2526A.41.10

General Cable

CABLE 3COND 22AWG GRY SHLD 50'

5
C0743A.12.10

C0743A.12.10

General Cable

CABLE 6COND 24AWG GRAY SHLD 100'

10
1896/12C SL001

1896/12C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 12COND 20AWG SLATE 1000'

2
M2457 SL002

M2457 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 24AWG SHLD 500'

0
86107CY SL002

86107CY SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 7COND 26AWG SHLD 500'

1
78084 SL005

78084 SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 8COND 22AWG 100'

23
2041802

2041802

SAB North America

CABLE 2COND 18 AWG GRAY 1=1FT

0
35690804

35690804

SAB North America

CABLE 6COND 8AWG/14AWG BLK 1=1FT

5220
1552200252

1552200252

Woodhead - Molex

CABLE 11X1.5 WSOR GY UNSH G/Y D1

0
7131861.2R

7131861.2R

General Cable

CABLE CAT6 8COND 23AWG WHT 2000'

0
16DBCRED/YEL25

16DBCRED/YEL25

Remington Industries

CABLE 2COND 16 AWG WHITE 25'

47
05582.18.08

05582.18.08

General Cable

CABLE 2COND 18AWG BROWN 50'

5

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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