Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
1271612 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 16 AWG BROWN 1=1FT	3383
3050225 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 24 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	9149
2611605 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	2503
2040805 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 8 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	483
2042003 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 20 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	0
93331603 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	21932
37102205 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 22 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	0
93331805 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	19150
6163251 SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 6COND 24AWG PUR 1=1FT	16665
3151250 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 20AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	120
93341004 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 10AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	10250
6752204 SAB North America	MULT-PAIR 8COND 22AWG TEAL 1=1FT	31608
37102404 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 24 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	4655
7521805 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	5811
7772203 SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 6COND 22AWG BLK 1=1FT	3153
8341604 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 16AWG BRN SHLD 1=1FT	222
93341804 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 18AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	4876
7521812 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	7877
35691624D SAB North America	VFD 16/4c+16/1pr UL TC-ER, 1000V	1100
2591809 SAB North America	CABLE 9COND 18AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1839

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.