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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
540-18-4-WH-0250F

540-18-4-WH-0250F

CnC Tech

CABLE AUDIO CL2 4C 250' 18AWG

3
1219/15C SL002

1219/15C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 15COND 24AWG SHLD 500'

3
CF31-500-04

CF31-500-04

Igus, Inc.

CABLE 4COND 1AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT

5000
78312 SL001

78312 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 26AWG SHLD 1000'

0
65607 SL002

65607 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 7COND 16AWG SLATE 500'

1
601404

601404

CABLE 4COND 14AWG GRAY FT

3059
9421 060100

9421 060100

Belden

CABLE 8 COND 22AWG 100'

12
31-00046

31-00046

Tensility International Corporation

CBL COIL SHLD 4C 24AWG 2230MM

0
65267CY SL005

65267CY SL005

Alpha Wire

26AWG 7C SHIELDED 100'

1
CF880.15.25

CF880.15.25

Igus, Inc.

CONTROL CABLE, FLEX RATED, 1=1FT

5000
DC3332201TP

DC3332201TP

SAB North America

MULTI-PAIR 2COND 22AWG GRY 1=1FT

9100
2433C SL001

2433C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 16AWG SHLD 1000'

2
78082 SL005

78082 SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 22AWG 100'

36
93351607

93351607

SAB North America

CABLE 7COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT

5011
7922A 0102000

7922A 0102000

Belden

CBL 4 BONDED PR 22AWG CAT5E

0
M2480 SL002

M2480 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 22AWG SHLD 500'

2
2244C SL002

2244C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4PAIR 18AWG SHLD 500'

2
45373 BK199

45373 BK199

MULT-PAIR 6COND 18AWG BLACK FEET

1935
1552200172

1552200172

Woodhead - Molex

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

0
2423C SL005

2423C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 18AWG SHLD 100'

8

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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