Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
1351A 0091000 Belden	CAT6 4PR F/UTP CMR REEL	1000
9458 0605000 Belden	15 #22 PVC FRPVC	0
7429W 060250 Belden	CBL 25COND 16AWG	0
83756 002500 Belden	CBL 6COND 14AWG SHLD	0
9841 06010000 Belden	CBL 1PR 24AWG SHD	0
2412F 0021000 Belden	CAT6+ 4PR F/UTP CMR REEL	0
8778 060250 Belden	CBL 6PR 22AWG SHLD	0
DIW200 732CUT Belden	CAT3 200PR U/UTP CMR CUT	0
5502UE 0091000 Belden	CBL 4COND 22AWG PP FRPVC	0
1503A 006U1000 Belden	2 #22 PVC FS FRPVC 1=1000'	0
1057A 01010000 Belden	CBL 8PR/20AWG 1COND/22AWG SHLD	0
9875 0601000 Belden	9 FS PR #20 PP PVC	0
9414 T35U500 Belden	CBL 2PR 22AWG SHLD	0
1872A 009A1000 Belden	CAT6+ 4PRB U/UTP CMR RIB	0
1505S5 000500 Belden	BONDED FILLER COMPOSITE	0
83900 001100 Belden	THERMOCOUPLE CABLE 20AWG J TYPE	2
83609 0021000 Belden	CBL 9COND 20AWG SHLD	6000
5001UH 0081000 Belden	CBL 3COND 12AWG PO FRPVC	0
OSP6AU 0101000 Belden	CAT6A 4PR U/UTP OSP REEL	0
5200UP 005500 Belden	CBL 2COND 16AWG PVC FRPVC	0

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.