What characterizes a Breakout cable?

A Breakout cable is characterized by the inclusion of multiple individual fibers that are separated within the overall cable assembly, typically with each fiber being surrounded by its own protective sheath. This design allows for easier and more flexible termination of fibers in various applications. The unique aspect of a Breakout cable is that, instead of being bundled together without individual protection, each fiber is treated almost like a miniature cable that enhances handling and installation efficiency.

In this context, the mention of multiple simplex cables aligns closely with the structure of a Breakout cable. Each simplex fiber can be easily accessed and terminated, making them ideal for installations where individual fibers need to be connected to different equipment or patch panels.

Options describing the presence of strength members or specific configurations of buffered fiber are more characteristic of other types of fiber optic cables, such as indoor distribution cables or loose-tube cables, which have different structural attributes for different use cases. Thus, the choice highlighting the presence of multiple simplex cables without strength members accurately captures the essential features of a Breakout cable.