Multiple Conductor Cables

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02642.41T.05

02642.41T.05

General Cable

CABLE 3COND 12AWG YELLOW 1000'

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01343.35.01

01343.35.01

General Cable

16/4 SJOOW 300V-BLK- 250 RL

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E3522S.41.07

E3522S.41.07

General Cable

CABLE 2COND 14AWG BLUE 1000'

234000

25212.41.01

25212.41.01

General Cable

CABLE 2COND 16AWG BLACK 1000'

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86922.35.05

86922.35.05

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CABLE 2COND 14AWG YELLOW 250'

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C4194A.30.10

C4194A.30.10

General Cable

CABLE 4COND 22AWG GRY SHLD 1000'

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C4852A.41.86

C4852A.41.86

General Cable

2P24 SHLD RS-485 CMP B82842

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7131937

7131937

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C6P GS6500P CMP BK 1K' SPC

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5133268E

5133268E

General Cable

MULTI-PAIR 8COND BEIGE 1000'

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C3062.30.86

C3062.30.86

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CABLE 2COND 18AWG NAT SHLD 1000'

26000

C0654A.68.10

C0654A.68.10

General Cable

6P/22 7/30TC FL/BRD SH CM

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6133339

6133339

General Cable

CABLE CAT5E 8COND 24AWG 1000'

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86964.35.05

86964.35.05

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CABLE 4COND 16AWG YELLOW 250'

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7131824

7131824

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CABLE CAT6A 8COND 23AWG 1000'

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89022.35.01

89022.35.01

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CABLE 2COND 14AWG BLACK 250'

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7133863-17F

7133863-17F

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C6 GS6 17FREE CMR GY 1M'SP

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09606.46.01

09606.46.01

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CABLE 6COND 16AWG BLACK 5000'

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E3052S.41.06

E3052S.41.06

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CABLE 2COND 14AWG GREEN 1000'

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01364.41T.01

01364.41T.01

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CABLE 4COND 14AWG BLACK 1000'

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C8119.41.03

C8119.41.03

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CABLE 3COND 16AWG RED SHLD 1000'

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

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Control CablesLow capacitance, high flexibility, 300-1000V ratingPLC systems, factory automation
Power CablesLarge cross-section conductors, thermal-resistant insulationMachinery power supply, HVAC systems
Data Communication CablesTwisted pair configurations, 100 impedanceEthernet networks, fieldbus systems
Signal CablesShielded designs, noise suppressionSensor 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

ParameterTypical RangeSignificance
Conductor Count2-104 conductorsDetermines system integration density
Voltage Rating300V-2000VDefines operational safety margin
Temperature Range-40 C to +125 CEnvironmental adaptability
Shielding Effectiveness60-100dBEMI protection level
Bending Radius7.5 OD to 15 ODInstallation 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

ManufacturerKey ProductsSpecialization
LegrandOkonite Multi-ConductorBuilding automation solutions
Belden8760 DataTuffIndustrial Ethernet cables
Prysmian GroupFire resistant Ecos ZEnergy sector applications
Alpha Wire3279 UltraFlexHigh-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.

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