Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
35681004D SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 10AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	20640
7521003 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 10 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	3110
35691424D SAB North America	VFD 14/4c+16/1pr UL TC-ER, 1000V	5604
1241602 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 16AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	1356
8341004 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 10AWG BRN SHLD 1=1FT	207
7872225 SAB North America	MULT-PAIR 50COND 22AWG GRY 1=1FT	1312
2041810 SAB North America	CABLE 10COND 18 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	2260
39550440 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 12 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	2508
2611604 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	3859
7740725 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 14 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	900
7540404 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 4AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	420
1271003 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 10 AWG BROWN 1=1FT	3062
7951825 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	95
77741403 SAB North America	S 980 14/3c Flexing UL PUR	1273
DC3332210S SAB North America	CABLE 10COND 22AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	3536
DC3332207 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 22 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	2190
2591407 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 14AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	8688
7841810 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 18AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	2665
3150334 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 22AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1070
93341003 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 10AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	1885

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.