Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
7131840 General Cable	CABLE CAT6 8COND 23AWG BLU 1000'	0
CF98.02.03.INI Igus, Inc.	FLEX, 40M CYCLES 4X OD, 1=1FT	5000
39550525 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 14 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	4090
3304 SL001 Alpha Wire	CABLE 4COND 28AWG SHLD 1000'	211
30-01322 Tensility International Corporation	CBL 9CON 18AWG 153M BLK	0
1075A 0104000 Belden	CBL 2PR/20AWG 1COND/22AWG SHLD	0
30-01046 Tensility International Corporation	CBL 5CON 26AWG SHLD WHT 153M	0
CF113.040.D Igus, Inc.	MEASURING SYS CABLE, FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
1219/10C SL002 Alpha Wire	CABLE 10COND 24AWG SHLD 500'	1
30-01164 Tensility International Corporation	CBL 7CON 32AWG SHLD GRY BIO 153M	0
1552200082 Woodhead - Molex	CABLE 5X0.34 WSOR YE UNSH DCS D5	0
E1022S.30.10 General Cable	CABLE 2COND 20AWG GRAY 1000'	1517000
2592007 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 20AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	13130
7951607 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	6769
80116 SL005 Alpha Wire	ECOFLEX PUR 4CON 22AWG BRAID	1
5108C SL005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 8COND 22AWG SHLD 100'	146
74003 BK002 Alpha Wire	26AWG CAT5E 2PAIR PVC CONT 500'	10
2806286 Phoenix Contact	REMOTE BUS CABLE PER METER	0
78213 SL005 Alpha Wire	MULTI-PAIR 6COND 28AWG SHLD 100'	72
C0912A.41.10 General Cable	MULTI-PAIR 8COND 24AWG GRY 1000'	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.