Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
73805W 0081000 Belden	CBL 5COND 18AWG	2
8761 06015000 Belden	CBL 1PR 22AWG SHLD	0
73807WS 0081000 Belden	CBL 7COND 18AWG SHLD	2
76501TS 008100 Belden	CBL 1PR 26AWG SHLD MACHFLEX	2
83350E 009100 Belden	CABLE 4 COND 20AWG SHLD 100'	7
1422A 060500 Belden	CABLE 10 COND 24AWG SHLD 500'	1
1585A 0051000 Belden	CAT5E 4PR U/UTP CMP REEL	2000
9460 0105000 Belden	CBL 1PR 18AWG SHLD	0
9730 060100 Belden	CABLE 3PR IND SHLD 24AWG 100'	4
76304WS 008100 Belden	CBL 4COND 22AWG SHLD MACHFLEX	3
83318E 009100 Belden	CABLE 2 COND 24AWG SHLD 100'	32
3082F T5U500 Belden	CBL 1PR/15AWG 1PR/18AWG SH	0
3084A T5U5000 Belden	CBL 1PR/22AWG 1PR/24AWG SH	20000
9609 060100 Belden	CABLE 4 COND 24AWG SHLD 100'	5300
88641 0021000 Belden	CBL 1PR 24AWG SHLD	8000
8477 060U500 Belden	CBL 1PR 12AWG	0
2183P 0101000 Belden	CBL 8COND 23AWG SHLD 4K/UHD 1000	4
3076F 00310000 Belden	CBL 1PR 18AWG SHLD	0
2413F D15A1000 Belden	CAT6+ 4PR F/UTP CMP RIB	0
2183P 009A1000 Belden	CBL 8COND 23AWG SHLD 4K/UHD 1000	3

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.