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Posted: March 13, 2025Read more »
When it comes to modern networking and communication, copper Ethernet cable and fiber optic cable tend to dominate the conversation. Their high-speed data transmission capabilities make them indispensable for internet connectivity and networking infrastructure. However, multi-conductor cable is just as essential in many industries, supporting a wide range of applications that power and control essential systems in buildings, automation, and security.
This blog post explores the role of multi-conductor electrical cable in today’s infrastructure, comparing it to Ethernet cables, explaining the difference between conductors and pairs, and breaking down the uses of six popular types of these cables. We also discuss the benefits of purchasing multi-conductor cable in bulk for cost savings and convenience.
Multi-Conductor vs. Ethernet Cable
At a glance, these two cable types might seem similar since both contain multiple conductive wires inside an outer jacket. However, they serve fundamentally
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Posted: January 09, 2019Read more »
West Penn Wire is a designer and manufacturer of low-voltage cables that falls under the Belden umbrella. Here at ShowMeCables, we carry a number of their multi-conductor options. Dozens of standard multi-conductor cables for audio/video such as Belden 8723 are available as well as cables with more specific uses.
Multi-Conductor Cable
One of West Penn’s specialties is multi-conductor cables that can be used for a multitude of applications. For example, there are 2-conductor cables designed for basic at-home speakers as well as 4-conductor cables for multiple speaker sets. Some of these are even UV resistant and waterproof for outdoor equipment such as intercoms and poolside speakers.
These cables come in various configurations. Shielded vs. unshielded, PVC vs. plenum, solid vs. stranded, and more. With almost 100 different cables available, there is something for almost any low-voltage situation. These options are available in both 500’ and 1000’ rolls.
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