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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
5471L SL001

5471L SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 24AWG SHLD 1000'

0
65203 SL002

65203 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 12AWG SLATE 500'

2
1897C SL002

1897C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 18AWG SLATE 500'

416
5014C SL005

5014C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 24AWG SLATE 100'

4106
3233 SL002

3233 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 20AWG SHLD 500'

2
5014C SL001

5014C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 24AWG SLATE 1000'

234
79028 SL001

79028 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 14AWG SLATE 1000'

0
77001 SL005

77001 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 24AWG SLATE 100'

104
78243 SL001

78243 SL001

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 22AWG 1000'

0
65607 SL001

65607 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 7COND 16AWG SLATE 1000'

1
5293C SL002

5293C SL002

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 20AWG SHLD 500'

0
902003 SL005

902003 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 20AWG SLATE 100'

2
78348 SL199

78348 SL199

Alpha Wire

20AWG 8C FOIL BRD

0
79225 SL005

79225 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 14AWG SHLD 100'

2
5293C SL001

5293C SL001

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 20AWG 1000'

3
77030 SL005

77030 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 16AWG SLATE 100'

233
3304 SL001

3304 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 28AWG SHLD 1000'

211
1219/10C SL002

1219/10C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 24AWG SHLD 500'

1
80116 SL005

80116 SL005

Alpha Wire

ECOFLEX PUR 4CON 22AWG BRAID

1
5108C SL005

5108C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 22AWG SHLD 100'

146

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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