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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
77038 SL005

77038 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 14AWG SLATE 100'

0
861604 SL199

861604 SL199

Alpha Wire

XG FLEX 16 AWG/4 COND UNSHIELDED

0
M13232 SL001

M13232 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'

0
3336 SL001

3336 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 6COND 22AWG SHLD 1000'

0
6378 SL001

6378 SL001

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 14COND 22AWG 1000'

0
470027CY CL432

470027CY CL432

Alpha Wire

2C 0.75MM2 BRAID SHIELD 300 METE

2
5110/40C SL002

5110/40C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 40COND 22AWG SHLD 500'

0
78183 SL001

78183 SL001

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 22AWG 1000'

0
65803CY SL005

65803CY SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 18AWG SHLD 100'

3
1172L SL005

1172L SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 22AWG SLATE 100'

36
78008 SL001

78008 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 28AWG SLATE 1000'

0
85818 BK001

85818 BK001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 18COND 18AWG BLACK 1000'

0
86307 SL005

86307 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 7COND 22AWG SLATE 100'

0
5452C SL002

5452C SL002

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 20AWG SHLD 500'

3
5180/20C SL001

5180/20C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 20COND 16AWG SHLD 1000'

0
5922 SL005

5922 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 28AWG SLATE 100'

2
5684 SL005

5684 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 26AWG SHLD 100'

0
86018CY SL005

86018CY SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 18COND 28AWG SHLD 100'

6
86204CY SL002

86204CY SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 24AWG SHLD 500'

2
882210 SL002

882210 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 22AWG SLATE 500'

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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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