What MCL does

MCL (Micro Cable Limited) is a French B2B distributor and value-added reseller of connectivity products and IT accessories, founded in 1982 and headquartered in Achères, Île-de-France. The company stocks over 4,000 product references spanning network infrastructure (RJ45, fiber optic, racks, switches, PDUs), PC and mobility accessories (USB, HDMI, DisplayPort, docking stations, peripherals), video surveillance equipment, professional AV signal and display hardware, consumer electronics, and mobile accessories, including the distributed XtremeMac sub-brand for Apple-compatible products.

The company sells exclusively to professional clients with a French SIRET number through its microcable.fr e-commerce platform, alongside wholesale, IT retail, office equipment, mass retail, and electrical trade channels. Pricing is unit-based with a minimum order of €80 HT, a €12 HT small-order processing fee, and free shipping above €600 HT. Beyond product resale, MCL operates an in-house custom cable manufacturing workshop accessible via an online configurator, and offers professional installation, configuration, maintenance, and certification services (including CAT6A gigabit testing) for network infrastructure, video surveillance, video conferencing, and digital signage deployments.

The business is privately held as a S.A.S. with €250,000 share capital, has 11–50 employees, and remains independently owned with no disclosed external investors, funding rounds, or M&A activity. Operations are confined to France, with no international expansion signaled. The company emphasizes European regulatory compliance and RSE/eco-responsible sourcing, including biodegradable cables and bioplastic peripherals.

Name

MCL

Legal name

MCL

Website

https://microcable.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

MCL is a French B2B distributor and value-added reseller of 4,000+ connectivity and IT accessory SKUs — cables, network infrastructure, AV, and surveillance — selling to professional clients across wholesale, retail, and direct e-commerce channels in France.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IT Connectivity and Network Infrastructure Distribution

NAICS

Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing (335921)

SIC

Wholesale-Hardware (5072)

akta.pro primary industry

Cable Assemblies & Patch Cords (Copper/Fiber) (HDAFALAF)

Keywords

• Connectivity products
• Network cables
• IT accessories
• Custom cable manufacturing
• Network infrastructure

Headquarters

HQ city

Achères

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: One-time sale of connectivity products including cables, connectors, network infrastructure equipment, PC/mobility accessories, monitoring systems, and consumer electronics. Revenue generated through direct B2B e-commerce sales to professional clients with minimum order of €80 HT.
2. Services: Installation, configuration, maintenance, and user support services for network infrastructure, video surveillance, video conferencing, and digital signage solutions. Bureau d'études (design office) and technical team provide pre and post-sale support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

MCL (Micro Cable Limited) is a French B2B distributor and value-added reseller specializing in connectivity solutions, cables, connectors, network infrastructure equipment, and IT/computer accessories. The company offers over 4,000 product references spanning network cabling, AV equipment, surveillance, and mobile accessories, supported by in-house custom cable manufacturing and professional installation services.

Product overview

MCL (Micro Cable Limited) is a French company with 41 years of experience offering a comprehensive connectivity solutions portfolio. The company operates as a single unified e-commerce platform selling over 4,000 product references across six main categories: Infrastructure Solutions (network cables, connectors, racks, switches, PDUs), PC and Mobility Solutions (USB/HDMI/DisplayPort cables, docking stations, peripherals), Monitoring (security cameras, recorders), PRO AV (signal splitters, AV cables), Consumer Electronics, and Mobile Accessories. The portfolio includes own-brand products and the XtremeMac sub-brand for Apple-compatible accessories. MCL also provides custom cable manufacturing through their cable configurator and offers professional installation, configuration, and maintenance services for network infrastructure and video surveillance systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• XtremeMac: Brand by XtremeMac offering innovative products and accessories for Apple environment, USB connectivity ranges, and eco-responsible chargers. MCL distributes XtremeMac products including biodegradable cables, MagSafe-compatible powerbanks, wireless chargers, and USB-C adapters.

Products and services

• Infrastructure Solutions Network infrastructure solutions including passive network components (RJ45 cables, fiber optic patch cords, connectors, racks, enclosures, cabinets), active network equipment (Ethernet switches and routers), telecom solutions, and power management (PDUs). Designed for IT professionals, system integrators, and resellers deploying network infrastructure.
• PC and Mobility Solutions Computing and mobile accessories including USB, HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA, DVI cables, docking stations, USB hubs, peripherals (keyboards, mice, headsets), PC components, and antivirus software. Targeted at office and mobile professionals.
• Monitoring Solutions Security and surveillance products including indoor and outdoor cameras, video recorders, camera kits, dash cameras, and security tags. Targeted at businesses requiring physical security monitoring.
• PRO AV Equipment Professional audio-visual equipment including AV connectors, signal splitters and switches, video and audio cables, and display screen supports for professional AV installations.
• Consumer Electronics Accessories Consumer electronic accessories including audio and video connectors and cables, electrical accessories (cable management, conduits), TV accessories, and headphones.
• XtremeMac Brand Distribution

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• LDLC: Major French B2C/B2B IT and connectivity e-commerce retailer, offering computer peripherals, cables, networking gear, and components. Comparable to MCL on geography (France), customer mix (prosumer and pro), and product breadth across PC accessories and infrastructure.
• Lindy: European manufacturer and distributor of IT connectivity products including cables, adapters, KVM, and AV signal equipment. Strongly comparable to MCL's product portfolio (USB, HDMI, DisplayPort, network cabling, AV converters) and European professional distribution focus.
• Reichle & De-Massari (R&M): Swiss-headquartered manufacturer and supplier of structured cabling systems, patch cords, and connectivity solutions for IT infrastructure. Closely comparable to MCL on product category (RJ45/fiber cabling, patch panels) and target end-customers (IT installers, integrators).
• Cdiscount Pro / Cdiscount Business: French B2B marketplace arm of Cdiscount offering IT equipment, cables, networking, and office peripherals to professional clients. Comparable on French geography, B2B-only GTM to professional buyers with SIRET, and overlap on cables and connectivity categories.

Broad incumbents

• Sonepar: World's largest B2B distributor of electrical products, including cabling and connectivity solutions, with strong French market presence. Comparable B2B distribution model and overlapping product lines (cables, network infrastructure) with MCL.
• Rexel: Global B2B distributor of electrical, lighting, security, and IT connectivity products, headquartered in France. Overlaps with MCL on cables, connectors, and network infrastructure but operates at vastly larger scale across broader electrical categories.
• Ingram Micro: Global IT distribution giant offering networking, connectivity, peripherals, and consumer electronics through resellers worldwide, including France. Comparable B2B GTM targeting resellers and IT retailers but at vastly larger product breadth and scale.
• ALSO Group: European IT distribution platform covering networking, peripherals, AV, and consumer electronics across multiple European countries. Comparable B2B distribution model targeting resellers and retailers, with overlapping product categories on cables, networking, and accessories.
• Bechtle: One of Europe's largest IT hardware distributors and system houses, serving SMB to enterprise with networking, peripherals, and infrastructure products. Overlaps with MCL on cabling, networking, and IT accessories via its European (including French) subsidiaries.

Regional players

• Materiel.net: French online IT retailer (now part of LDLC group) specializing in PC components, peripherals, and connectivity accessories for consumers and pros. Comparable to MCL on France geography and overlapping PC/connectivity categories but lacks MCL's B2B/professional services layer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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