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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
6373 SL002

6373 SL002

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 22AWG SHLD 500'

3
86060100

86060100

Interpower

NORTH AMERICAN 3X18 SJT

100
79235 SL005

79235 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 7COND 12AWG SHLD 100'

0
65243CY SL005

65243CY SL005

Alpha Wire

24AWG 3C SHIELDED 100'

3
83349E 009100

83349E 009100

Belden

CABLE 4 COND 22AWG SHLD 100'

132100
78338 SL005

78338 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 22AWG SHLD 100'

4
7918A 01010000

7918A 01010000

Belden

CBL 4PR 24AWG CAT5E

0
45485 BK199

45485 BK199

MULT-PAIR 10COND 22AWG BLK FEET

987
3079A 0071000

3079A 0071000

Belden

CBL 1PR 22AWG SHLD

0
3600B/50 300

3600B/50 300

3M

MULTI-PAIR 50COND 28AWG 300'

4
5368C SL001

5368C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 16AWG SHLD 1000'

2
7662 WH001

7662 WH001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 20AWG WHT SHLD 1000'

0
86204CY SL005

86204CY SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 24AWG SHLD 100'

6
31-00078

31-00078

Tensility International Corporation

CBL COIL SHLD 6C 22AWG 1115MM

0
86125CY SL001

86125CY SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 25COND 26AWG SHLD 1000'

0
77249 SL001

77249 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 26AWG SHLD 1000'

0
7840405

7840405

SAB North America

CABLE 4COND 20AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT

1957
1552200128

1552200128

Woodhead - Molex

CABLE 12X0.5 WSOR BK UNSH G/Y D8

0
7872203

7872203

SAB North America

CABLE 6COND 22AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT

1290
78342 SL001

78342 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'

0

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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