Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
7840340 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 12AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1057
7740325 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 14 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1659
DC3332204TP SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 8COND 22AWG GRY 1=1FT	10673
7952616 SAB North America	CABLE 16COND 26 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	406
DC3332002TP SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 4COND 20AWG GRY 1=1FT	1495
35681604D SAB North America	VFD 16/4 UL TC-ER 1KV SHLD w/ DW	10230
7542012 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 20AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	1187
7740425 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 14 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1380
35680404D SAB North America	VFD 4/4C UL TC-ER 1KV SHLD w/ DW	8428
DC3332204 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 22 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	0
93331802 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	1208
2041825 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 18 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	17409
77841607 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 16AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	6155
2042041 SAB North America	CABLE 41COND 20 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	5053
1271404 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 14 AWG BROWN 1=1FT	4567
93331425 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 14 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	3111
7841802 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 24AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	1310
7521412 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 14 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	1886
6272341 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 22AWG PUR SHLD 1=1FT	2826
77842604 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 26AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1281

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.