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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
6390 SL005

6390 SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 28AWG SHLD 100'

78
3302 SL001

3302 SL001

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 2COND 28AWG 1000'

1
65603CY SL002

65603CY SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 16AWG SHLD 500'

5
5072C SL001

5072C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 16AWG SLATE 1000'

1
78193 SL005

78193 SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 20AWG SHLD 100'

920
1294C SL001

1294C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 22AWG SHLD 1000'

5
77204 SL005

77204 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 22AWG SHLD 100'

2
78062 SL005

78062 SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 26AWG 100'

1822
M1605 SL005

M1605 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 5COND 28AWG SHLD 100'

23
852605 BK005

852605 BK005

Alpha Wire

26AWG 5C UNSHIELDED 100'

2
5052C SL001

5052C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 20AWG SLATE 1000'

1212
5104C SL002

5104C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 22AWG SHLD 500'

17
78306 SL001

78306 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 6COND 28AWG SHLD 1000'

0
65404CY SL002

65404CY SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 14AWG SHLD 500'

1
6056C SL005

6056C SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 12COND 22AWG 100'

2
M2444 SL005

M2444 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 24AWG SLATE 100'

2
86601CY SL001

86601CY SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 24AWG SHLD 1000'

2
78034 SL005

78034 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 22AWG SLATE 100'

28
M1252 WH005

M1252 WH005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 16AWG WHT SHLD 100'

6
M3208 SL001

M3208 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'

0

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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