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Multiple Conductor Cables

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
882208 SL001

882208 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 22AWG SLATE 1000'

4
86307 SL002

86307 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 7COND 22AWG SLATE 500'

0
M38902 SL005

M38902 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 24AWG SLATE 100'

13
882203 SL005

882203 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 22AWG SLATE 100'

92
M13194 SL002

M13194 SL002

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 10COND 24AWG 500'

5
45052 BK001

45052 BK001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2 COND 20AWG BLACK 1000'

0
25114 BK005

25114 BK005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 24AWG BLK SHLD 100'

28
VF16010 BK008

VF16010 BK008

Alpha Wire

10AWG 4C VFD CABLE TPE

12
5463C SL005

5463C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 20AWG SHLD 100'

6
79042 SL001

79042 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 10AWG SLATE 1000'

0
78108 SL001

78108 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 28AWG SHLD 1000'

14
85407CY BK005

85407CY BK005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 7COND 14AWG BLK SHLD 100'

0
1743C SL005

1743C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 20AWG SHLD 100'

2
78163 SL001

78163 SL001

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 26AWG 1000'

2
3232 SL005

3232 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 20AWG SHLD 100'

9
VF16014 BK007

VF16014 BK007

Alpha Wire

14AWG 4C VFD CABLE TPE

13
M1114 SL002

M1114 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 22AWG SHLD 500'

0
6327 SL002

6327 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 24AWG SHLD 500'

2
M5402 SL005

M5402 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 20COND 18AWG SHLD 100'

7
79046 SL005

79046 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 22AWG SLATE 100'

310

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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