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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
78004 SL001

78004 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 28AWG SLATE 1000'

0
45092 BK001

45092 BK001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2 COND 24AWG BLACK 1000'

1
8719 060U500

8719 060U500

Belden

CABLE 2 COND 16AWG SHLD 500'

1
6328 SL005

6328 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 24AWG SHLD 100'

0
1552200141

1552200141

Woodhead - Molex

CABLE 3X0.75 WSOR BK UNSH G/Y D6

0
78202 SL005

78202 SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 28AWG SHLD 100'

7
78308 SL001

78308 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 28AWG SHLD 1000'

0
CF220.UL.H101.10.04

CF220.UL.H101.10.04

Igus, Inc.

SERVO CBLE, UL, FLEX RATED 1=1FT

5000
1243/2C SL005

1243/2C SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 22AWG SHLD 100'

724
1012405 SL005

1012405 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 5COND 24AWG SHLD 100'

4
2042014

2042014

SAB North America

CABLE 14COND 20 AWG GRAY 1=1FT

1972
C0763A.41.10

C0763A.41.10

General Cable

CABLE 6COND 22AWG GRY SHLD 1000'

1456000
86508CY SL005

86508CY SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 16COND 26AWG 100'

2
7416048

7416048

CABLE 6COND 16/18AWG BLK FT

1940
45271 BK001

45271 BK001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2 COND 24AWG BLACK 1000'

0
86184CY SL005

86184CY SL005

Alpha Wire

18 AWG/4 COND SHIELDED 100'

2
5018C SL005

5018C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 24AWG SLATE 100'

273
2611618

2611618

SAB North America

CABLE 18COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT

2207
3211 SL002

3211 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 24AWG SHLD 500'

2
39550415

39550415

SAB North America

CABLE 4COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT

1117

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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