Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
2811404 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 14AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1305
2041212 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 12 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1520
7890225 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 24AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	8384
8341404 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 14AWG BRN SHLD 1=1FT	1911
95551607 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	27330
2811607 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 16AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1545
3450325 SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 6COND 24AWG GRY 1=1FT	3725
7890534 SAB North America	CABLE 10COND 22AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	1531
2042018 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 20 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	2005
35781004 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 10AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	2129
2041641 SAB North America	CABLE 41COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	89
93341612 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 16AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	2898
2611412 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 14 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1625
7872403 SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 6COND 24AWG GRY 1=1FT	106
2041205 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 12 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	6185
2590804 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 8AWG GRAY SHLD 1=1FT	1808
7740303 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 22 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1090
7852225 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 22AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	1644
1271403 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 14 AWG BROWN 1=1FT	494
7840505 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 20AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1113

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.