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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
5153C SL001

5153C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'

2
5060C SL005

5060C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 20AWG SLATE 100'

4
01312.46.01

01312.46.01

General Cable

CABLE 2COND 16AWG BLACK 5000'

0
2412C SL005

2412C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 20AWG SHLD 100'

2
CF881-07-04

CF881-07-04

Igus, Inc.

CABLE 4COND 18AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT

4940
30-01315

30-01315

Tensility International Corporation

CBL 8CON 20AWG 153M GRY

0
CF12.05.05.02

CF12.05.05.02

Igus, Inc.

DATA, SHIELDED PAIRS FLEX, 1=1FT

5000
89003.35.01

89003.35.01

General Cable

CABLE 3COND 18AWG BLACK 250'

54
37048-003-500

37048-003-500

Sensata Technologies – BEI Sensors

CABLE SPOOL, 500 FT SPOOL,MUST B

2
2413 0102500

2413 0102500

Belden

CAT6+ 4PR U/UTP CMP REEL

0
30-01147

30-01147

Tensility International Corporation

CBL 6CON 32AWG SHLD BLK BIO 153M

11
9611 060100

9611 060100

Belden

CABLE 6 COND 24AWG SHLD 100'

6
1552200248

1552200248

Woodhead - Molex

CABLE 11X1.5 WSOR BK UNSH G/Y D1

0
601812CY

601812CY

CABLE 12COND 18AWG GRAY FT

1825
73403WS 008500

73403WS 008500

Belden

CBL 3COND 14AWG SHLD

0
CF130US-15-03

CF130US-15-03

Igus, Inc.

CABLE 3COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT

5000
16DBCRED/YEL100

16DBCRED/YEL100

Remington Industries

CABLE 2COND 16 AWG WHITE 100'

50
901607CY SL001

901607CY SL001

CABLE 7COND 16AWG SLATE SHD FEET

1000
79218 SL001

79218 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 16AWG SHLD 1000'

0
1554211004

1554211004

Woodhead - Molex

CABLE PROFIBUS DP 22AWG 1M

29

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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