Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
95561605 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 16AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	3125
7840715 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 16AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	151
2040204 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 2 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	150
DC3332207S SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 22AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	320
2041003 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 10 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	5105
7852407 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 24AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	1668
2811603 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 16AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1740
93361612 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 16AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	26438
7840215 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 16AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	340
37102410 SAB North America	CABLE 10COND 24 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	467
DC3332205TP SAB North America	MULT-PAIR 10COND 22AWG GRY 1=1FT	0
7741802 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 24 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	2253
95551807 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	10465
7740302 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 24 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1581
2811850 SAB North America	CABLE 50COND 18AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	895
8411460 SAB North America	CABLE 6COND 10/16AWG ORG 1=1FT	933
95561403 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 14AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	5068
DC3331804TP SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 8COND 18AWG GRY 1=1FT	2094
7872214 SAB North America	CABLE 28COND 22AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	99
35691024D SAB North America	VFD 10/4c+16/1pr UL TC-ER, 1000V	2360

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.