Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
2591003 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 10AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	4938
1271812 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 18 AWG BROWN 1=1FT	1049
7961618 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 16AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	564
35691404 SAB North America	CABLE 6COND 14AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	20793
2591007 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 10AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	2748
93331803 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	18630
95551805 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	20770
7872414 SAB North America	MULT-PAIR 28COND 24AWG GRY 1=1FT	309
93331612 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	24419
DC3332203TP SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 6COND 22AWG GRY 1=1FT	0
7521607 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	6451
37102207 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 22 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	900
7740440 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 12 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	543
7521605 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	9740
95551603 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	19448
93331602 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	2801
2042025 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 20 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	9574
32321807 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	785
2041630 SAB North America	CABLE 30COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	3025
2592002 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 20AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	4530

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.