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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
540-16-2-WH-0250F

540-16-2-WH-0250F

CnC Tech

CABLE AUDIO CL2 2C 250' 16AWG

3
31-00123

31-00123

Tensility International Corporation

CBL COIL SHLD 8C 28AWG 1115MM

0
7541407

7541407

SAB North America

CABLE 7COND 14AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT

4025
5492C SL005

5492C SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 24AWG SHLD 100'

2
78012 SL199

78012 SL199

26AWG 2C UNSHLD FEET

5045
M1212 WH002

M1212 WH002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 24AWG WHT SHLD 500'

0
5110/25C SL002

5110/25C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 25COND 22AWG SHLD 500'

0
65804 SL002

65804 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 18AWG SLATE 500'

0
C6061A.41.01

C6061A.41.01

General Cable

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 20AWG BLK 1000'

12000
30-01284

30-01284

Tensility International Corporation

CBL 5CON 26AWG 153M WHT

0
79031 SL005

79031 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 5COND 14AWG SLATE 100'

2
CBL-C61BL-AM

CBL-C61BL-AM

Y.C. Cable (East)

CAT6 SOLID PVC BLUE 1000 FT

133
7131866.2R

7131866.2R

General Cable

CABLE CAT6 8COND 23AWG GRN 2000'

0
21458-24-2-0500-0102-1-TS

21458-24-2-0500-0102-1-TS

CnC Tech

CABLE 2COND 24AWG BLK/WHT 500'

9
78102 SL001

78102 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 28AWG SHLD 1000'

23
C2537A.41.10

C2537A.41.10

General Cable

CABLE 3COND 16AWG GRY SHLD 1000'

318000
5909C SL005

5909C SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 18COND 22AWG 100'

1
1552210023

1552210023

Woodhead - Molex

CABLE 4X0.34 WSOR OR SH DCS D5.7

0
78320 SL005

78320 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 26AWG SHLD 100'

4
8813200000

8813200000

Weidmuller

CABLE CAT5 8COND 26AWG 1=100M

12

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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