Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
CF5-25-18 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 18COND 14 AWG GREEN 1=1FT	5000
CF35-UL-07-04 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 4COND 18AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	5000
CF130-07-04-UL Igus, Inc.	CONTROL CABLE, FLEX RATED, 1=1FT	5000
CF21.07.03.02.02.UL Igus, Inc.	SERVO CBLE, UL, FLEX RATED 1=1FT	4987
CFBUS-PUR-050 Igus, Inc.	CABLE CAT6A 4COND 24AWG 1=1FT	4998
CF30-60-05 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 5COND 10 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	5000
CF37.60.05.D Igus, Inc.	POWER CABLE, 1000V, FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
CF9.UL.05.18 Igus, Inc.	CONTROL, UL, 5X OD FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
CF140US-05-12 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 12COND 20AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	5000
CF880.07.18 Igus, Inc.	CONTROL CABLE, FLEX RATED, 1=1FT	5000
CF11-02-01-02 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 2COND 24AWG BLU SHLD 1=1FT	4970
CF10.10.03 Igus, Inc.	CONTROL, 5X OD FLEX RATED, 1=1FT	5000
CF881.10.18 Igus, Inc.	CONTROL, SHIELDED FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
CFBUS-PUR-060 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 4COND 21AWG VIO SHLD 1=1FT	5000
CF211.PUR.02.08.02 Igus, Inc.	DATA CABLE TWIST PR, FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
CF880-05-18 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 18COND 20 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	4900
CF78.UL.10.03 Igus, Inc.	CONTROL, 1000V, UL, FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
CF9.05.36 Igus, Inc.	CONTROL, 5X OD FLEX RATED, 1=1FT	5000
CF881-15-03 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 3COND 16AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	5000
CF77.UL.07.03.D Igus, Inc.	CONTROL, 1000V, UL, FLEX, 1=1FT	4990

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.