Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
73803W 008500 Belden	CBL 3COND 18AWG	1
19510 B59250 Belden	CABLE 3COND 16AWG BLACK 250'	3
76204WS 008500 Belden	CBL 4COND 24 AWG SHLD MACHFLEX	8
3087A U3R5000 Belden	CBL 4COND 22AWG SHLD	0
9728 0605000 Belden	CBL 4PR 24AWG SHLD	15000
9729 060100 Belden	MULTI-PAIR 4COND 24AWG CHRM 100'	7800
9873 060500 Belden	MULTI-PAIR 6COND 20AWG CHRM 500'	7
2413 D151000 Belden	CAT6+ 4PR U/UTP CMP REEL	19000
8760 060250 Belden	CABLE 2COND 18AWG CHROME 250'	2
9462ZH 010500 Belden	CBL 1PR 22AWG SHLD	0
8442MN 0081000 Belden	CBL 1PR 22AWG	0
9620 0601000 Belden	CBL 5COND 16AWG	0
8103 06010000 Belden	CBL 3PR 24AWG SHLD	0
9538 060500 Belden	CABLE 8COND 24AWG CHROME 500'	151000
1353A 010500 Belden	CABLE 2COND 24AWG BLACK 500'	0
5500UG 006U500 Belden	CABLE 2COND 22AWG BLUE 500'	4
88723 002100 Belden	MULTI-PAIR 4COND 22AWG RED 100'	312300
8103 0605000 Belden	CBL 3PR 24AWG SHLD	0
76102WS 008500 Belden	CBL 2COND 26 AWG SHLD MACHFLEX	0
9608 060100 Belden	CABLE 3 COND 24AWG SHLD 100'	2300

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.