Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
7951618 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	1215
77841418 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 14AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	152
7890325 SAB North America	CABLE 6COND 24AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	2481
16874630 SAB North America	CABLE CAT6 8COND 26AWG GRN 1=1FT	1780
7521803 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	4691
7740515 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	0
7852418 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 24AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	1290
3450425 SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 8COND 24AWG GRY 1=1FT	34
7521007 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 10 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	895
7522012 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 20 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	3664
39550325 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 14 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	460
DC3332001TP SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 2COND 20AWG GRY 1=1FT	2320
8410461 SAB North America	CABLE 8COND 10/16/18AWG 1=1FT	329
DC3332003S SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 20AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	8106
8410441 SAB North America	CABLE 8COND 12/16/18AWG 1=1FT	1417
7962425 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 24AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	503
95551812 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	20305
6592781 SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 4COND 22/24AWG 1=1FT	871
7741803 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 22 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	2005
6572781 SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 4COND 15/18AWG 1=1FT	3747

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.