Multicable
Multicable is when several insulated circuits are bundled together with a single outer jacket. This is then run as a single cable. The most common configuration is to have 6 circuits combined into a single cable. Because of the amount of copper in a single cable, long lengths of multicable can be very heavy.
Multicable typically has specialized connectors at both ends for connecting to a source and to attach different cables. The standard connector is a 19-pin connector commonly known as Socapex (a brand name that has become universal). Multicable may be referred to as socapex or soca/soco as well.
Break-ins and break-outs are used to adapt multicable to the required use. A break-in or break-out will have the appropriate number of plugs/receptacles to match the cable (typically 6). The plugs and receptacles can be a variety of different style connectors (Edison, stage pin, twist-lock, PowerCon, True-1). Break-ins and out can be a variety of lengths and break-outs may also be staggered.
The receptacle end is often connected directly to a dimmer rack or distro, but a break-in may also be attached to this in to bring in multiple circuits.
Multicable typically has specialized connectors at both ends for connecting to a source and to attach different cables. The standard connector is a 19-pin connector commonly known as Socapex (a brand name that has become universal). Multicable may be referred to as socapex or soca/soco as well.
Break-ins and break-outs are used to adapt multicable to the required use. A break-in or break-out will have the appropriate number of plugs/receptacles to match the cable (typically 6). The plugs and receptacles can be a variety of different style connectors (Edison, stage pin, twist-lock, PowerCon, True-1). Break-ins and out can be a variety of lengths and break-outs may also be staggered.
The receptacle end is often connected directly to a dimmer rack or distro, but a break-in may also be attached to this in to bring in multiple circuits.
Multicable
Break-in (Stage Pin)
Break-Out (Stage Pin)
Break outs and break ins typically label each connector with a circuit number.