Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
DC3222425S SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 24AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	1305
93341607 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 16AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	3390
7872204 SAB North America	CABLE 8COND 22AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	3256
1271602 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 16 AWG BROWN 1=1FT	9511
77741404 SAB North America	S 980 14/4c Flexing UL PUR	4220
95561203 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 12AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	3180
7522003 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 20 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	3046
7541607 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 16AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	7500
95551803 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	26145
7521612 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	966
3150714 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 26AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1959
2041004 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 10 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	14697
7740503 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 22 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1059
3150234 SAB North America	CABLE 2COND 22AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1420
2591404 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 14AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	3153
8410471 SAB North America	CABLE 8COND 8/16/18AWG ORG 1=1FT	964
7541418 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 14AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	9698
93351204 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 12 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1448
DC3222614 SAB North America	CABLE 14COND GRAY 1=1FT	450
32301407 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 14 AWG ORANGE 1=1FT	157

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.