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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
6500FE 877500

6500FE 877500

Belden

CABLE 2COND 22AWG WHITE 500'

5
9962 009100

9962 009100

Belden

CABLE 2 COND 20AWG SHLD 100'

1
3084A T5U500

3084A T5U500

Belden

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 22/24 AWG 500'

15
7928A 0101000

7928A 0101000

Belden

MULTI-PAIR 8COND 24AWG BLK 1000'

5
1592A 0061000

1592A 0061000

Belden

MULTI-PAIR 8COND 24AWG BLU 1000'

12
8467 060500

8467 060500

Belden

CABLE 7COND 18AWG CHROME 500'

4
8442 060500

8442 060500

Belden

CABLE SPKR 2COND 22AWG CHRM 500'

2
5300UE 008500

5300UE 008500

Belden

CABLE 2COND 18AWG GRAY 500'

3
1585A 012U1000

1585A 012U1000

Belden

CAT5E 4PR U/UTP CMP BOX

0
83319E 009100

83319E 009100

Belden

CABLE 2 COND 22AWG SHLD 100'

55
9533 060100

9533 060100

Belden

CABLE 3COND 24AWG CHROME 100'

31
9891 0065000

9891 0065000

Belden

4PR1#20,3#22 SH PVC

0
1752A 0061000

1752A 0061000

Belden

MULTI-PAIR 8COND 24AWG BLU 1000'

0
9322 0605000

9322 0605000

Belden

CBL 1PR 22AWG SHLD

0
19122 0011000

19122 0011000

Belden

CBL 2COND 18AWG

0
8762 060U500

8762 060U500

Belden

CABLE 2COND 20AWG CHROME 500'

6
73403WS 0081000

73403WS 0081000

Belden

CBL 3COND 14AWG SHLD

2
8468 060100

8468 060100

Belden

CABLE 15 COND 18AWG 100'

15300
8465 060500

8465 060500

Belden

CBL 5COND 18AWG

0
88641 002500

88641 002500

Belden

CABLE 2 COND 24AWG SHLD

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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

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Control CablesLow capacitance, high flexibility, 300-1000V ratingPLC systems, factory automation
Power CablesLarge cross-section conductors, thermal-resistant insulationMachinery power supply, HVAC systems
Data Communication CablesTwisted pair configurations, 100 impedanceEthernet networks, fieldbus systems
Signal CablesShielded designs, noise suppressionSensor 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

ParameterTypical RangeSignificance
Conductor Count2-104 conductorsDetermines system integration density
Voltage Rating300V-2000VDefines operational safety margin
Temperature Range-40 C to +125 CEnvironmental adaptability
Shielding Effectiveness60-100dBEMI protection level
Bending Radius7.5 OD to 15 ODInstallation 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

ManufacturerKey ProductsSpecialization
LegrandOkonite Multi-ConductorBuilding automation solutions
Belden8760 DataTuffIndustrial Ethernet cables
Prysmian GroupFire resistant Ecos ZEnergy sector applications
Alpha Wire3279 UltraFlexHigh-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.

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