Multiple Conductor Cables

Image	Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity	Rfq
	9536 060U500 Belden	CBL 6COND 24AWG SHLD	0
	1053A 0102500 Belden	CBL 24PR 18AWG SHLD	0
	8623 0605000 Belden	CBL 15COND 16AWG	0
	1701A 0021000 Belden	CAT5E+ 4PRB U/UTP CMP REEL	0
	973108Z 0105000 Belden	CBL 3PR 22AWG SHLD	0
	1214A 0101000 Belden	CBL 16PR 26AWG SHLD	0
	5302UP 0091000 Belden	CBL 4COND 18AWG PVC FRPVC	0
	1804A U4F500 Belden	4 #28 STR PP SHLD PVC	0
	6501FH 877U1000 Belden	CBL 3COND 22AWG FLRST SHLD	0
	9744 0601000 Belden	2 PR #22 PVC PVC	0
	1115A 0105000 Belden	CBL 1PR 16AWG SHLD TYPE JX	0
	5502UG 003C1000 Belden	CBL 4COND 22AWG PP FRPVC	0
	76405TS 008500 Belden	CBL 5PR 28AWG SHLD MACHFLEX	0
	6320FE 8771000 Belden	CBL 2COND 18AWG SHLD	0
	6302UL 002U1000 Belden	CBL 4COND 18AWG FLRST	0
	6300UE D151000 Belden	CBL 2COND 18AWG FLRST	0
	2119A 0031000 Belden	CBL 2PR 18AWG SHLD	0
	9874MN 0061000 Belden	6 FSPR #20 PO FS PVC	0
	5520UE 008U500 Belden	CBL 2COND 22AWG FRPVC	0
	1624R B02A1000 Belden	CAT5 4PR F/UTP CMR RIB	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.