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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
79201 SL005

79201 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 20AWG SHLD 100'

1
1174L SL001

1174L SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 22AWG SLATE 1000'

0
5152C SL002

5152C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 2COND 20AWG SHLD 500'

26
86510CY SL005

86510CY SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 20COND 26AWG 100'

15
79253 SL005

79253 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 6COND 24AWG SHLD 100'

0
2467C SL002

2467C SL002

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 8COND 20AWG SHLD 500'

1
5668 SL001

5668 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 26AWG SLATE 1000'

0
5093C SL005

5093C SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 24AWG SHLD 100'

367
882207 SL005

882207 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 7COND 22AWG SLATE 100'

8
1177L SL001

1177L SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 7COND 22AWG SLATE 1000'

5
65604 SL002

65604 SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 16AWG SLATE 500'

4
1299/20C SL002

1299/20C SL002

Alpha Wire

CABLE 20COND 22AWG SHLD 500'

1
78130 SL199

78130 SL199

Alpha Wire

24AWG 10C FOIL

0
45495 BK001

45495 BK001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 5 PAIR 24AWG BLACK 1000'

0
77126 SL005

77126 SL005

Alpha Wire

CABLE 3COND 18AWG SHLD 100'

0
5033C SL005

5033C SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 6COND 18AWG 100'

3
78106 SL001

78106 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 6COND 28AWG SHLD 1000'

2
78154 SL005

78154 SL005

Alpha Wire

MULTI-PAIR 8COND 28AWG SHLD 100'

9
6300/4 SL001

6300/4 SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 4COND 24AWG SHLD 1000'

6
5070/20C SL001

5070/20C SL001

Alpha Wire

CABLE 20COND 18AWG SLATE 1000'

0

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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