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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
5123C SL005

5123C SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 22AWG SHLD 100'

0
901607CY SL005

901607CY SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 7COND 16AWG SLATE SHD 100'

2
V16004 BK005

V16004 BK005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 4AWG BLACK SHLD 100'

0
45063 BK005

45063 BK005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3 COND 18AWG BLACK 100'

1
8782 060U1000

8782 060U1000

Belden

CABLE SPKR 2COND 24AWG 1000'

5
75010 BK002

75010 BK002

Alpha Wire

XGIE 2PR SOLID FSHIELD 500'

1
65604CY SL005

65604CY SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 16AWG SHLD 100'

1
1173L SL005

1173L SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 22AWG SLATE 100'

910
7521609

7521609

SAB North America

CABLE 9COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT

0
77223 SL005

77223 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 16AWG SHLD 100'

4
5616B2001 BK001

5616B2001 BK001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 20AWG BLK SHLD 1000'

6
6335 SL002

6335 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 15COND 24AWG SHLD 500'

0
30-01055

30-01055

Tensility International Corporation

CBL 6CON 24AWG SHLD BLK 153M

8
5452C SL001

5452C SL001

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 20AWG 1000'

2
83556 002100

83556 002100

Belden

CBL 6COND 22AWG SHLD

1
3750/26 600SF

3750/26 600SF

3M

MULTI-PAIR 26COND 26AWG GRY 600'

0
1898/10C SL005

1898/10C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 18AWG SLATE 100'

38
7740510

7740510

SAB North America

CABLE 5COND 18 AWG GRAY 1=1FT

471
7133960

7133960

General Cable

CABLE CAT6 8COND 23AWG BLU 1000'

0
1212C SL001

1212C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 24AWG SHLD 1000'

1

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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