Multiple Conductor Cables

Image	Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity	Rfq
	3750/16 3M	MULTI-PAIR 16COND 26AWG 1000'	0
	3644B/100 200 3M	MULTI-PAIR 100COND 28AWG 200'	0
	3750/16 1000SF 3M	MULTI-PAIR 16COND 26AWG 1000'	0
	3750/30 3M	MULTI-PAIR 30COND 26AWG GRY SHLD	0
	3644A/26 3M	MULTI-PAIR 26COND 28AWG BLK SHLD	0
	3644A/20 3M	MULTI-PAIR 20COND 28AWG BLK SHLD	0
	3644A/36-100' 3M	RND SHLD JCKT CBL 36 BLA 100'	0
	79100-110SBZ-5 3M	CABLE 3COND 20AWG SHLD 656.2'	0
	3750/60 3M	CABLE 60 COND SHLD TWST-PR 100'	0
	3644A/20SF 3M	RND SHLD JCKT CBL 20 BLA 300'	0
	3560/32 3M	MULTI-PAIR 32COND 26AWG GRY SHLD	0
	3560/64 3M	MULTI-PAIR 64COND 26AWG GRY SHLD	0
	3560/10 1000 3M	MULTI-PAIR 10COND 26AWG 1000'	0
	3644A/14 3M	MULTI-PAIR 14COND 28AWG BLK SHLD	0
	3560/10 100 3M	MULTI-PAIR 10COND 26AWG GRY 100'	0
	3560/38SF 3M	MULTI-PAIR 38COND 26AWG GRY SHLD	0
	3644A/50 100 3M	RND SHLD JCKT CBL 50 BLA 100'	0
	3750/10 1000' 3M	3M ROUND SHIELDED/JACKETED DISC.	0
	HF644/14 300 3M	MULTI-PAIR 14COND 28AWG GRY 300'	0
	3560/26 300SF 3M	MULTI-PAIR 26COND 26AWG GRY 300'	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

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Control Cables	Low capacitance, high flexibility, 300-1000V rating	PLC systems, factory automation
Power Cables	Large cross-section conductors, thermal-resistant insulation	Machinery power supply, HVAC systems
Data Communication Cables	Twisted pair configurations, 100 impedance	Ethernet networks, fieldbus systems
Signal Cables	Shielded designs, noise suppression	Sensor 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

Parameter	Typical Range	Significance
Conductor Count	2-104 conductors	Determines system integration density
Voltage Rating	300V-2000V	Defines operational safety margin
Temperature Range	-40 C to +125 C	Environmental adaptability
Shielding Effectiveness	60-100dB	EMI protection level
Bending Radius	7.5 OD to 15 OD	Installation 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

Manufacturer	Key Products	Specialization
Legrand	Okonite Multi-Conductor	Building automation solutions
Belden	8760 DataTuff	Industrial Ethernet cables
Prysmian Group	Fire resistant Ecos Z	Energy sector applications
Alpha Wire	3279 UltraFlex	High-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.