Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
73807WS 008100 Belden	CBL 7COND 18AWG SHLD	0
8471 0605000 Belden	CBL 1PR 16AWG	0
9891 0061000 Belden	4PR1#20,3#22 SH PVC	0
8445 0605000 Belden	CBL 5COND 22AWG	0
8445 060U1000 Belden	CBL 5COND 22AWG	0
9932 060100 Belden	CABLE 7 COND 24AWG SHLD 100'	2
5220UL 0101000 Belden	CBL 2COND 16AWG FRPVC	0
8770MN 0081000 Belden	CBL 3COND 18AWG SHLD	2
6220FL 0021000 Belden	CBL 2COND 16AWG SHLD	3
88778 002500 Belden	CBL 6PR 22AWG SHLD	0
89503 002100 Belden	CABLE 6 COND 24AWG SHLD 100'	11400
3079A 0075000 Belden	CBL 1PR 22AWG SHLD	0
19354 010250 Belden	CABLE 3COND 14AWG BLACK 250'	4
9457 0601000 Belden	CBL 12COND 20AWG	0
1325A 0101000 Belden	CBL 2PR 22AWG FLRST SHLD	0
8442MN 0041000 Belden	CBL 1PR 22AWG	0
1121A 01010000 Belden	CBL 3COND 18AWG SHLD	0
5504UE 008U1000 Belden	CBL 6COND 22AWG PP FRPVC	0
5220FL 0091000 Belden	CBL 2COND 16AWG SHLD	0
8760MN 008100 Belden	CABLE 2COND 18AWG GRAY 100'	14

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.