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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
6300/10 SL001

6300/10 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 24AWG SHLD 1000'

1
80007 SL005

80007 SL005

Alpha Wire

ECOFLEX PUR 9 COND 26AWG UNSH

0
275002004 NA005

275002004 NA005

Alpha Wire

275002004 NATURAL 100'

13
78333 SL005

78333 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 22AWG SHLD 100'

364
882205 SL002

882205 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 5COND 22AWG SLATE 500'

1
79220 SL005

79220 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 16AWG SHLD 100'

0
8672002CY SL005

8672002CY SL005

Alpha Wire

20 AWG/2 PR SUPRA SHIELD 100'

4
1896/4C SL005

1896/4C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 20AWG SLATE 100'

28
M13209 SL001

M13209 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 6COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'

0
78012 SL005

78012 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 26AWG SLATE 100'

18
882403 SL005

882403 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 24AWG SLATE 100'

443
78253 SL005

78253 SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 20AWG SHLD 100'

2
45123 BK001

45123 BK001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3 PAIR 22AWG BLACK 1000'

0
470045YY GE321

470045YY GE321

Alpha Wire

4C .5MM UNSHIELDED 50 M

4
78003 SL005

78003 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 28AWG SLATE 100'

537
5153C SL001

5153C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'

2
5060C SL005

5060C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 20AWG SLATE 100'

4
2412C SL005

2412C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 20AWG SHLD 100'

2
79218 SL001

79218 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 16AWG SHLD 1000'

0
78038 SL005

78038 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 22AWG SLATE 100'

10

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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