Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
CBL-C61ES-YL-AM Y.C. Cable (East)	CAT6 SLD SHIELDED YELLOW 1000'	48
5405FE 0081000 Belden	CABLE 7 COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'	3
540-12-4-WH-0100F CnC Tech	CABLE AUDIO CL2 4C 100' 12AWG	5
30-01199 Tensility International Corporation	CBL 10CON 26AWG SHLD WHT 153M	0
30-01036 Tensility International Corporation	CBL 4CON 28AWG SHLD WHT 153M	0
CF11.022.D Igus, Inc.	MEASURING SYS CABLE, FLEX, 1=1FT	4970
7521205 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 12 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	2291
5160C SL001 Alpha Wire	CABLE 10COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'	0
CBL-C63ES-YL-AM Y.C. Cable (East)	CAT6 STRD SHIELDED YELLOW 1000'	28
2133774E General Cable	CABLE CAT5E 8COND 24AWG 1000'	0
1931 BK003 Alpha Wire	CABLE 2COND 18AWG BLACK 250'	1436
25494 BK005 Alpha Wire	MULTI-PAIR 8COND 24AWG BLK 100'	3
3232 SL001 Alpha Wire	CABLE 3COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'	4
85003 BK005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 3COND 18AWG BLACK 100'	5
78036 SL005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 6COND 22AWG SLATE 100'	125
302004S	CABLE UNITRONIC 300 S 20/4C FEET	586
6502UE 877C500 Belden	CBL 4COND 22AWG FLRST	0
86105CY SL001 Alpha Wire	CABLE 5COND 26AWG SHLD 1000'	2
CF890.10.07 Igus, Inc.	CONTROL CABLE, FLEX RATED, 1=1FT	5000
7740205 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 20 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	2095

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.