Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
DC3332004S SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 20AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	8739
32300404 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 4 AWG ORANGE 1=1FT	502
95561603 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 16AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	3831
93331804 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	33863
1271603 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 16 AWG BROWN 1=1FT	770
DC3332204S SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 22AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	195
7740415 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 16 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	485
1271204 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 12 AWG BROWN 1=1FT	2178
7521618 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	1618
2811812 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 18AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	1255
39550560 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 10 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	1352
7541403 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 14AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	3205
93341418 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 14AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	2359
95551412 SAB North America	Tray 14/12c UL TC-ER, CSA CIC	4345
7541204 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 12AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	11303
2811625 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 16AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	2889
32301404 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 14 AWG ORANGE 1=1FT	7960
3150575 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 19AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	2268
7852403 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 24AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	597
2041007 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 10 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	360

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.