Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
93341604 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 16AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	3110
35680404 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 4AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	2743
94441825 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 18 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	7880
7840463 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 4AWG GRAY SHLD 1=1FT	1502
3150280 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 18AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1383
2811604 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 16AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	7328
95561604 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 16AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	7703
2040404 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 4 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1708
2591004 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 10AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	2344
93340804 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 8AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	2222
7542018 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 20AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	1463
7852605 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 26AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	6338
3050425 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 24 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	2559
93341007 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 10AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	0
2041814 SAB North America	CABLE 14COND 18 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1798
7541812 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 18AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	3634
17474621 SAB North America	CABLE CAT7A 8CON 26AWG BLK 1=1FT	9742
35691004 SAB North America	CABLE 6COND 10/14AWG BLACK 1=1FT	9257
7840303 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 22AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1476
3151234 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 22AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	1210

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.