Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
5220UN 0021000 Belden	CBL 2COND 16AWG FRPVC	0
5305UE 008U1000 Belden	CBL 7COND 18AWG PP FRPVC	0
7936A 0101000 Belden	CBL 4 BONDED PR 24AWG CAT5E SHLD	0
6521FE 8771000 Belden	CBL 3COND 22AWG SHLD	0
8641 060U500 Belden	CBL 1PR 24AWG	0
6200UH 010U1000 Belden	CBL 2COND 16AWG FLRST	0
9948 060500 Belden	CBL 25COND 22AWG SHLD	0
7852A 0051000 Belden	CAT6E+ 4PRB U/UTP CMP REEL	0
2115A 0031000 Belden	CBL 20PR 16AWG SHLD	0
89892 0011000 Belden	CBL 4PR 20AWG SHLD	0
5320UL 0101000 Belden	CBL 2COND 18AWG FRPVC	0
9455MN 0041000 Belden	CBL 9COND 20AWG	0
1480A 0102500 Belden	CBL 24PR/18AWG 1COND/22AWG SHLD	0
9931 060100 Belden	CABLE 6 COND 24AWG SHLD 100'	1
6402UE 8771000 Belden	CBL 4COND 20AWG FLRST	0
6302UE 0041000 Belden	CBL 4COND 18AWG FLRST	0
6549PA 0081000 Belden	CBL 16PR 22AWG FEP SHLD	0
8737 0601000 Belden	1 PR#22 PVC SHLD PVC 1000FT	0
3613 0092500 Belden	CAT6E 4PR U/UTP CMP REEL WHITE	0
9421 0601000 Belden	CBL 8COND 22AWG	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.