Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
2040804 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 8 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	6300
8410485 SAB North America	CABLE 8COND 6/16AWG ORG 1=1FT	1534
7521825 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	4122
7852405 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 24AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	3637
35680804D SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 8AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	5708
7852203 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 22AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	8561
DC3331802 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 18 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	7537
7772402 SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 4COND 24AWG BLK 1=1FT	2272
6762404 SAB North America	CABLE CAT5 8COND 24AWG GRN 1=1FT	2853
93341618 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 16AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	1073
7951404 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 14 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	634
7521005 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 10 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	2422
2041634 SAB North America	CABLE 34COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	2300
32301603 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 16 AWG ORANGE 1=1FT	770
8340204 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 2AWG ORG SHLD 1=1FT	3650
2041608 SAB North America	CABLE 8COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	945
7840725 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 14AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	2134
6274341 SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 4COND 22AWG PUR 1=1FT	7135
35681204D SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 12AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	35308
7740315 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	3440

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

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Control Cables	Low capacitance, high flexibility, 300-1000V rating	PLC systems, factory automation
Power Cables	Large cross-section conductors, thermal-resistant insulation	Machinery power supply, HVAC systems
Data Communication Cables	Twisted pair configurations, 100 impedance	Ethernet networks, fieldbus systems
Signal Cables	Shielded designs, noise suppression	Sensor 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

Parameter	Typical Range	Significance
Conductor Count	2-104 conductors	Determines system integration density
Voltage Rating	300V-2000V	Defines operational safety margin
Temperature Range	-40 C to +125 C	Environmental adaptability
Shielding Effectiveness	60-100dB	EMI protection level
Bending Radius	7.5 OD to 15 OD	Installation 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

Manufacturer	Key Products	Specialization
Legrand	Okonite Multi-Conductor	Building automation solutions
Belden	8760 DataTuff	Industrial Ethernet cables
Prysmian Group	Fire resistant Ecos Z	Energy sector applications
Alpha Wire	3279 UltraFlex	High-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.