Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
39550515 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	1835
2592012 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 20AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	3217
95561618 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 16AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	1678
1270804 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 8 AWG BROWN 1=1FT	3370
DC3222404TP SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 8COND 24AWG GRY 1=1FT	2607
2590204 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 2AWG GRAY SHLD 1=1FT	144
17774631 SAB North America	CABLE CAT7A 8COND 26AWG GR 1=1FT	1108
2591205 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 12AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	763
DC3222604 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 26 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1267
7951803 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	1268
7742515 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	2799
7541412 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 14AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	4202
8390114 SAB North America	MULT-PAIR 8COND 20/26AWG 1=1FT	5552
7840210 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 18AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	500
95561004 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 10AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	8220
7772202 SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 4COND 22AWG BLK 1=1FT	0
8410425 SAB North America	CABLE 8COND 14/18AWG ORG 1=1FT	739
3450450 SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 8COND 20AWG GRY 1=1FT	1637
7890734 SAB North America	MULT-PAIR 14COND 22AWG GRY 1=1FT	471
7951804 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	987

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.