Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
3050234 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 22 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1050
7951625 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	941
37102218 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 22 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	697
7772404 SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 8COND 24AWG BLK 1=1FT	5376
93331207 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 12 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	3809
35661204 SAB North America	VFD LEAN 12/4c UL TC-ER 1000V	9110
2041402 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 14 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	21715
7541825 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 18AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	2953
39550360 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 10 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	3527
1271805 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 18 AWG BROWN 1=1FT	404
7521207 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 12 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	938
7840205 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 20AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	2143
7522034 SAB North America	CABLE 34COND 20 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	3943
2041607 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	20521
93341205 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 12AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	370
8410410 SAB North America	CABLE 8COND 18/19AWG ORG 1=1FT	2186
8411440 SAB North America	CABLE 6COND 12/16AWG ORG 1=1FT	1482
77841612 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 16AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	7692
95551625 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	15059
93331005 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 10 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	3394

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.