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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
2421C SL002

2421C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 18AWG SHLD 500'

2
6305 SL005

6305 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 5COND 24AWG SHLD 100'

105
79234 SL001

79234 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 5COND 12AWG SHLD 1000'

0
5003C SL005

5003C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 22AWG SLATE 100'

164
5062C SL002

5062C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 18AWG SLATE 500'

1
85012 BK005

85012 BK005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 12COND 18AWG BLACK 100'

3
45482 BK005

45482 BK005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2 PAIR 22AWG BLACK 100'

9
85618CY BK001

85618CY BK001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 18COND 16AWG SHLD 1000'

0
1180C SL001

1180C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 22AWG SLATE 1000'

339
77023 SL001

77023 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 5COND 18AWG SLATE 1000'

1
M2439 SL002

M2439 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 24AWG SHLD 500'

0
77109 SL001

77109 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 22AWG SHLD 1000'

1
8672001CY SL005

8672001CY SL005

Alpha Wire

20 AWG/1 PR SUPRA SHIELD 100'

3
1177C SL001

1177C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 7COND 22AWG SLATE 1000'

2
5482C SL002

5482C SL002

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 4COND 22AWG SHLD 500'

210
2422C SL021

2422C SL021

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 18AWG SHLD 1000'

2
5199/10C SL002

5199/10C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 22AWG SHLD 500'

1
1896/10C SL001

1896/10C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 20AWG SLATE 1000'

45
1298C SL001

1298C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 22AWG SHLD 1000'

3
862005CY SL005

862005CY SL005

Alpha Wire

20 AWG 5C SHIELDED 100'

3

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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