Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
6502FE 877U1000 Belden	CBL 4COND 22AWG FLRST SHLD	50000
3106A 0105000 Belden	CBL 3COND 22AWG SHLD	0
1268A 0101000 Belden	CBL 2PR 22AWG SHLD	0
3624 009A1000 Belden	CAT6+ HORIZ 4PR UTP LSZH JKT WHI	0
9457MN 0061000 Belden	CBL 12COND 20AWG	0
1418B 0101000 Belden	5 #26 FPE SH PVC PVC	0
77607W 010100 Belden	CBL 7COND 16AWG HI FLEX	0
7913A 337500 Belden	2 #18 COAX+8PR#24 PP FRPVC PVC	0
8305 060500 Belden	CBL 5PR 22AWG SHLD	0
73604W 008500 Belden	CBL 4COND 16AWG	0
6120UL 0051000 Belden	CBL 2COND 14AWG FLRST	0
9451PS4 0101000 Belden	BONDED FILLER COMPOSITE	0
2113A 0035000 Belden	CBL 12PR 16AWG SHLD	0
1312A 010500 Belden	4 #12 PE FRPVC	0
5201FH 008U1000 Belden	CBL 3COND 16AWG FRPVC SHLD	0
1317SB 0101000 Belden	4 #12 PP FRNHPO	0
1218B B591000 Belden	6 PR #22 FHDPE FS PVC PVC	0
2130T 0104000 Belden	CBL 8PR 16AWG SHLD	0
6300FE 877U500 Belden	CBL 2COND 18AWG FLRST SHLD	0
9576 010U1000 Belden	CBL 6COND 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.