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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
78102 SL001

78102 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 28AWG SHLD 1000'

23
5909C SL005

5909C SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 18COND 22AWG 100'

1
78320 SL005

78320 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 26AWG SHLD 100'

4
6373 SL002

6373 SL002

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 22AWG SHLD 500'

3
79235 SL005

79235 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 7COND 12AWG SHLD 100'

0
65243CY SL005

65243CY SL005

Alpha Wire

24AWG 3C SHIELDED 100'

3
78338 SL005

78338 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 22AWG SHLD 100'

4
5368C SL001

5368C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 16AWG SHLD 1000'

2
7662 WH001

7662 WH001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 20AWG WHT SHLD 1000'

0
86204CY SL005

86204CY SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 24AWG SHLD 100'

6
86125CY SL001

86125CY SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 25COND 26AWG SHLD 1000'

0
77249 SL001

77249 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 26AWG SHLD 1000'

0
78342 SL001

78342 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'

0
86103CY SL005

86103CY SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 26AWG SHLD 100'

11
852410CY BK005

852410CY BK005

Alpha Wire

24AWG 10C SHIELDED 100'

2
2256/4 SL001

2256/4 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'

2
VF16006 BK005

VF16006 BK005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 6AWG BLACK SHLD 100'

9
78122 SL005

78122 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 24AWG SHLD 100'

11
65818 SL002

65818 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 18COND 18AWG SLATE 500'

0
2461C BK001

2461C BK001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 22AWG BLK SHLD 1000'

816

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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