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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
5164C SL001

5164C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 18AWG SHLD 1000'

0
86402CY SL002

86402CY SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 28AWG SHLD 500'

2
5120C SL005

5120C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 24AWG SHLD 100'

624
78355 SL005

78355 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 15COND 20AWG SHLD 100'

5
85803CY BK005

85803CY BK005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 18AWG BLK SHLD 100'

2
45056 BK005

45056 BK005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 6 COND 20AWG BLACK 100'

68
3476C SL001

3476C SL001

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 12COND 28AWG 1000'

0
45072 BK005

45072 BK005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2 COND 16AWG BLACK 100'

25
1896/4L SL002

1896/4L SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 20AWG SLATE 500'

0
79115 SL005

79115 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 12COND 18AWG SHLD 100'

0
5173/1C SL005

5173/1C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 16AWG SHLD 100'

1
79108 SL005

79108 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 18COND 20AWG SHLD 100'

0
2412C SL001

2412C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'

1
85805 BK001

85805 BK001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 5COND 18AWG BLACK 1000'

0
6069C SL002

6069C SL002

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 18COND 18AWG 500'

0
5174C SL005

5174C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 16AWG SHLD 100'

69
6386 SL005

6386 SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 12COND 24AWG 100'

11
5440/4 SL001

5440/4 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 16AWG SHLD 1000'

0
5671 SL001

5671 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 26AWG SLATE 1000'

2
25064 BK005

25064 BK005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 18AWG BLACK 100'

4

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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