Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
3644B/16 3M	CABLE 16 COND 100' SHLD TWST	0
882205 SL002 Alpha Wire	CABLE 5COND 22AWG SLATE 500'	1
IO-E4241S-6CMR-1000B Io Audio Technologies	CAT6 STP COPPER SOLID CABLE	14
5541P1 0101000 Belden	CBL 2PR 22AWG SHLD	5
C0435A.41.10 General Cable	CABLE 2COND 18AWG GRAY 1000'	2085000
30-00651 Tensility International Corporation	CBL 2CON 32AWG SHLD WHT 305M BIO	0
76007WS 008100 Belden	CBL 7COND 28 AWG SHLD MACHFLEX	4
CF10.UL.40.04 Igus, Inc.	CNTRL CBLE, UL, 5X OD FLEX 1=1FT	5000
1553219002 Woodhead - Molex	CABLE (4X2X0.25+2X1) WSOR OR SH	0
93351203 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 12 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	665
7412044	CABLE 6COND 12/14AWG BLK FT	1000
CF881.25.05 Igus, Inc.	CONTROL, SHIELDED FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
221404	CABLE LFLEX TRAY II 14/4C FEET	2568
79220 SL005 Alpha Wire	CABLE 4COND 16AWG SHLD 100'	0
1552200145 Woodhead - Molex	CABLE 4X0.75 WSOR BK UNSH G/Y D7	1
05586.15.08 General Cable	CABLE 6COND 18AWG BROWN 50'	5
3105A 01010000 Belden	CBL 1PR 22AWG SHLD	0
8672002CY SL005 Alpha Wire	20 AWG/2 PR SUPRA SHIELD 100'	4
3076F 0032500 Belden	CBL 1PR 18AWG SHLD	0
CF27.25.15.02.02.D Igus, Inc.	SERVO CABLE, FLEX RATED, 1=1FT	5000

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.