Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
77741407 SAB North America	S 980 14/7c Flexing UL PUR	398
7840305 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 20AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	593
DC3332220S SAB North America	CABLE 20COND 22AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	1580
2041809 SAB North America	CABLE 9COND 18 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	38175
2041609 SAB North America	CABLE 9COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	9245
7742501 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 26 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1725
7841203 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 22AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	850
16874631 SAB North America	CABLE CAT6A 8COND 26AWG GR 1=1FT	475
7852207 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 22AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	846
8340804 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 8AWG ORG SHLD 1=1FT	1535
1271803 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 18 AWG BROWN 1=1FT	3202
7740740 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 12 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	3241
7740210 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 18 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1377
6962604 SAB North America	CABLE CAT6 8COND 26AWG GRN 1=1FT	38113
2591203 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 12AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1403
39550425 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 14 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	2554
93331607 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	24468
35691414 SAB North America	CABLE 6COND 14/18AWG BLACK 1=1FT	13367
2041802 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 18 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	0
35690804 SAB North America	CABLE 6COND 8AWG/14AWG BLK 1=1FT	5220

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.