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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
E3032S.18.86

E3032S.18.86

General Cable

CABLE 2COND 18AWG NATURAL 500'

222000
78038 SL005

78038 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 22AWG SLATE 100'

10
45272 BK001

45272 BK001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2 PAIR 24AWG BLACK 1000'

3
1896C SL005

1896C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 20AWG SLATE 100'

4
9451 010U1000

9451 010U1000

Belden

CABLE 2COND 22AWG BLACK 1000'

3
80105 SL005

80105 SL005

Alpha Wire

ECOFLEX PUR 4CON 26AWG BRAID

5
M3243 SL001

M3243 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 18AWG SHLD 1000'

0
8671605CY SL005

8671605CY SL005

Alpha Wire

16 AWG 5 PR SUPRA SHIELD 100'

1
9966 009100

9966 009100

Belden

CBL 2COND 22AWG SHLD

0
30-00685

30-00685

Tensility International Corporation

CABLE 2COND 18AWG GRAY 305M

0
77049 SL001

77049 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 26AWG SLATE 1000'

4
VF16012 BK008

VF16012 BK008

Alpha Wire

12AWG 4C VFD CABLE TPE

13
5478C SL002

5478C SL002

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 16COND 24AWG 500'

1
7521003

7521003

SAB North America

CABLE 3COND 10 AWG BLACK 1=1FT

3110
C0451A.18.10

C0451A.18.10

General Cable

CABLE 3COND 22AWG GRAY SHLD 500'

0
1552200308

1552200308

Woodhead - Molex

CABLE 12X2.5 WSOR BK UNSH G/Y D1

0
35691424D

35691424D

SAB North America

VFD 14/4c+16/1pr UL TC-ER, 1000V

5604
86105CY SL002

86105CY SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 5COND 26AWG SHLD 500'

2
1241602

1241602

SAB North America

CABLE 2COND 16AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT

1356
78152 SL005

78152 SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 28AWG SHLD 100'

13

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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