Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
CFBUS.066 Igus, Inc.	USB CABLE, FLEX RATED, 1=1FT	5000
CF11.027.D Igus, Inc.	MEASURING SYS CABLE, FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
CFBUS.002 Igus, Inc.	PROFIBUS, FLEX RATED, 1=1FT	5000
CF130.03.02.UL Igus, Inc.	CONTROL CABLE, FLEX RATED, 1=1FT	5000
CF240.PUR.03.03 Igus, Inc.	DATA CBLE FLEX 10M CYCLES, 1=1FT	5000
CFBUS.PUR.049 Igus, Inc.	CAT6 CABLE, FLEX RATED, 1=1FT	5000
CF140US-25-07 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 7COND 14AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	5000
CF885.100.04 Igus, Inc.	MOTOR CABLE, 1000V, FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
CF891.05.12 Igus, Inc.	CONTROL, SHIELDED FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
CF113.002.D Igus, Inc.	MEASURING SYS CABLE, FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
CF140.10.02.UL Igus, Inc.	CONTROL CBLE SHIELD, FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
CF886.100.04 Igus, Inc.	MOTOR CABLE, 1000V, FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
CF891.07.12 Igus, Inc.	CONTROL, SHIELDED FLEX, 1=1FT	5000
CF5-05-02 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 2COND 20 AWG GREEN 1=1FT	4880
CF34-UL-60-04-D Igus, Inc.	CABLE 4COND 10 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	5000
CF885-25-04 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 4COND 14 AWG ORANGE 1=1FT	5000
CF77-UL-25-03 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 3COND 14 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	4990
CFROBOT3.02.06.02 Igus, Inc.	ROBOT CABLE, TORSION RATE, 1=1FT	4970
CF880-05-03 Igus, Inc.	CABLE 3COND 20 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	4900
CF270.UL.250.15.02.01.D Igus, Inc.	SERVO CBLE, UL, FLEX RATED 1=1FT	4950

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.