Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
CFROBOT4.009 Igus, Inc.	ROBOT CABLE, TORSION RATE, 1=1FT	5000
1178C SL005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 8COND 22AWG SLATE 100'	132
1552200111 Woodhead - Molex	CABLE 3X0.5 WSOR GY UNSH G/Y D5.	0
CF9.UL.25.25 Igus, Inc.	CONTROL, UL, 5X OD FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
86704CY SL005 Alpha Wire	MULTI-PAIR 8COND 22AWG SHLD 100'	46
8451 010U1000 Belden	CABLE 2COND 22AWG BLACK 1000'	0
30-00910 Tensility International Corporation	CBL 18AWG TPU SHLD 3CON 153M	0
78343 SL005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 3COND 20AWG SHLD 100'	20
2812003 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 20AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	498
CFROBOT4.015 Igus, Inc.	ROBOT CABLE, TORSION RATE, 1=1FT	5000
30-01185 Tensility International Corporation	CBL 9CON 26AWG SHLD GRY BIO 153M	0
6300/10 SL001 Alpha Wire	CABLE 10COND 24AWG SHLD 1000'	1
C2534A.46.10 General Cable	CABLE 2COND 18AWG GRY SHLD 5000'	0
2183R 0101000 Belden	CBL 8COND 23AWG SHLD 4K/UHD 1000	10
PUP6AV04WH-G Panduit Corporation	COPPER CABLE	11513000
80007 SL005 Alpha Wire	ECOFLEX PUR 9 COND 26AWG UNSH	0
5131282E General Cable	CABLE CAT5E 8COND 24AWG 1000'	0
275002004 NA005 Alpha Wire	275002004 NATURAL 100'	13
3051014 SAB North America	CABLE 10COND 26 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1450
78333 SL005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 3COND 22AWG SHLD 100'	364

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.