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Multiple Conductor Cables

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
1553210012

1553210012

Woodhead - Molex

CABLE (4G 6) WSOR OR SH D14.5 -L

0
M13404 SL001

M13404 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 20AWG SLATE 1000'

2
1552200063

1552200063

Woodhead - Molex

CABLE 3X0.34 WSOR OR UNSH DCS D4

0
C0745A.18.10

C0745A.18.10

General Cable

CABLE 10COND 24AWG GRY SHLD 500'

0
CF10.07.07

CF10.07.07

Igus, Inc.

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

5000
5934 SL002

5934 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 28AWG SHLD 500'

0
86708CY SL002

86708CY SL002

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 16COND 22AWG 500'

1
6362 SL005

6362 SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 24AWG SHLD 100'

26
79262 SL005

79262 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 28AWG SHLD 100'

2
7741003

7741003

SAB North America

CABLE 10COND 22 AWG GRAY 1=1FT

273
CF38.250.04

CF38.250.04

Igus, Inc.

VFD, SHIELDED, 1000V FLEX 1=1FT

5000
8457 060100

8457 060100

Belden

CABLE 12COND 22AWG CHROME 100'

7
30-01140

30-01140

Tensility International Corporation

CBL 6CON 26AWG SHLD GRY BIO 153M

0
79013 SL005

79013 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 5COND 18AWG SLATE 100'

1
PUP6AS04WH-G

PUP6AS04WH-G

Panduit Corporation

COPPER CABLE

21251000
5939 SL005

5939 SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 28AWG SHLD 100'

0
5504UE 009C500

5504UE 009C500

Belden

CBL 6COND 22AWG PP FRPVC

0
30-01522

30-01522

Tensility International Corporation

CBL 9COND 26AWG SHLD 153M MPPE

8
86502CY SL002

86502CY SL002

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 26AWG SHLD 500'

0
1294C SL030

1294C SL030

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 22AWG SHLD 328.1'

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

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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