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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
1931 BK003

1931 BK003

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 18AWG BLACK 250'

1436
25494 BK005

25494 BK005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 8COND 24AWG BLK 100'

3
3232 SL001

3232 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'

4
85003 BK005

85003 BK005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 18AWG BLACK 100'

5
78036 SL005

78036 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 6COND 22AWG SLATE 100'

125
86105CY SL001

86105CY SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 5COND 26AWG SHLD 1000'

2
6300/3 SL001

6300/3 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 24AWG SHLD 1000'

5
3320 SL001

3320 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 20COND 28AWG SHLD 1000'

1
78126 SL199

78126 SL199

Alpha Wire

24AWG 6C FOIL SHIELDED

0
65418 SL001

65418 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 18COND 14AWG SLATE 1000'

0
2829/2 WH005

2829/2 WH005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 18AWG WHT SHLD 100'

3
M13404 SL005

M13404 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 20AWG SLATE 100'

353
1896/8C SL005

1896/8C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 20AWG SLATE 100'

8
79056 SL005

79056 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 26AWG SLATE 100'

4
3212 SL005

3212 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 24AWG SHLD 100'

5
5492C SL005

5492C SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 24AWG SHLD 100'

2
M1212 WH002

M1212 WH002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 24AWG WHT SHLD 500'

0
5110/25C SL002

5110/25C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 25COND 22AWG SHLD 500'

0
65804 SL002

65804 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 18AWG SLATE 500'

0
79031 SL005

79031 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 5COND 14AWG SLATE 100'

2

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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