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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
2461C SL021

2461C SL021

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 22AWG SHLD 1000'

2
5931 SL001

5931 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 28AWG SHLD 1000'

0
470045YY GE033

470045YY GE033

Alpha Wire

4C .5MM UNSHIELDED 100 M

6
65807 SL005

65807 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 7COND 18AWG SLATE 100'

4
5283C SL001

5283C SL001

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 20AWG 1000'

0
78093 SL005

78093 SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 20AWG 100'

4
6305 SL002

6305 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 5COND 24AWG SHLD 500'

1
M3234 SL001

M3234 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 20AWG SHLD 1000'

0
45153 BK005

45153 BK005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3 COND 20AWG BLACK 100'

16
45122 BK001

45122 BK001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2 PAIR 22AWG BLACK 1000'

5
3469C SL002

3469C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 9COND 28AWG SHLD 500'

0
5058C SL001

5058C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 8COND 20AWG SLATE 1000'

0
862003 SL005

862003 SL005

Alpha Wire

20 AWG 3C UNSHIELDED 100'

7
80152 SL005

80152 SL005

Alpha Wire

ECOFLEX PUR 5 COND 14AWG BRAID

0
77141 SL001

77141 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 14AWG SHLD 1000'

0
1748C SL001

1748C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 16AWG SHLD 1000'

2
25003 BK005

25003 BK005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 22AWG BLACK 100'

16
79110 SL005

79110 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 18AWG SHLD 100'

2
5170C SL005

5170C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 10COND 18AWG SHLD 100'

2
861612CY SL005

861612CY SL005

Alpha Wire

16 AWG 12C SHIELDED 100'

2

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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