Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
7921A 0101000 Belden	CABLE 8 COND CAT 5E 24AWG SHLD 1	9
88777 002100 Belden	MULTI-PAIR 6COND 22AWG RED 100'	10700
8451 010100 Belden	CABLE 2COND 22AWG BLACK 100'	114
9731 060100 Belden	CABLE 6PR IND SHLD 24AWG 100'	5
9540 060100 Belden	CABLE 10COND 24AWG CHROME 100'	9400
3072F C55500 Belden	CBL 1PR 18AWG SHLD	0
8466 060500 Belden	CABLE 12COND 18AWG CHROME 500'	13
8760 0601000 Belden	CABLE 2 COND 18AWG SHLD 1000'	12
9936 060100 Belden	CABLE 15 COND 24AWG SHLD 100'	13
88444 002100 Belden	CABLE 4 COND 22AWG 100'	41900
9945 060100 Belden	CABLE 9 COND 22AWG SHLD 100'	0
8458 060500 Belden	CABLE 15COND 22AWG CHROME 500'	1500
76304WS 008500 Belden	CBL 4COND 22AWG SHLD MACHFLEX	0
8451 0081000 Belden	CABLE 2COND 22AWG GRAY 1000'	1
8489 060500 Belden	CABLE 4COND 18AWG CHROME 500'	3
8444 060U500 Belden	CABLE 4COND 22AWG CHROME 500'	10
8465 060U1000 Belden	CBL 5COND 18AWG	0
8489 0601000 Belden	CBL 4COND 18AWG	2
5300FE 0081000 Belden	CABLE 2COND 18AWG GRAY 1000'	31000
8205 060U1000 Belden	CABLE 2 COND 20AWG 1000'	6

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.