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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
2413 0091000

2413 0091000

Belden

CAT6+ 4PR U/UTP CMP REEL

0
9808 060100

9808 060100

Belden

CABLE 14 COND 28AWG SHLD 100'

8
73002W 0081000

73002W 0081000

Belden

CBL 2 COND 20AWG

0
73605W 0081000

73605W 0081000

Belden

CBL 5COND 16AWG

1
8620 060100

8620 060100

Belden

CABLE 4 COND 16AWG 100'

2
83334E 009100

83334E 009100

Belden

CABLE 3 COND 22AWG SHLD 100'

13300
9540 0601000

9540 0601000

Belden

CABLE 10COND 24AWG CHROME 1000'

10
9877 060100

9877 060100

Belden

MULTI-PAIR 24COND 20AWG 100'

8
3105A 0105000

3105A 0105000

Belden

CBL 1PR 22AWG SHLD

0
7931A 0101000

7931A 0101000

Belden

MULTI-PAIR 8COND 23AWG BLK 1000'

2
5504UE 009U500

5504UE 009U500

Belden

CABLE 6COND 22AWG WHITE 500'

3
9462 060U500

9462 060U500

Belden

CABLE 2COND 22AWG CHROME 500'

2
9540 060500

9540 060500

Belden

CABLE 10COND 24AWG CHROME 500'

4
8306 060100

8306 060100

Belden

CABLE 12 COND 22AWG SHLD 100'

5
8457 0601000

8457 0601000

Belden

CBL 12COND 22AWG

310000
8770ZH 060500

8770ZH 060500

Belden

CBL 3COND 18AWG SHLD ZH

0
5220FL 0041000

5220FL 0041000

Belden

CBL 2COND 16AWG SHLD

0
8165 060100

8165 060100

Belden

CABLE 5PR IND SHLD 24AWG 100'

9
83333E 009100

83333E 009100

Belden

CBL 3COND 24AWG SHLD

0
9402 060U500

9402 060U500

Belden

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 20AWG CHRM 500'

2

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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