What type of cable may require the installation of a breakout kit for termination?

Loose tube cable may require the installation of a breakout kit for termination because of its construction and design. Loose tube cables consist of multiple fibers housed within a protective tube, which allows for expansion and contraction due to temperature changes. The fibers are not individually buffered like those in tight buffer cables, which means they need to be grouped together for easier handling and termination.

A breakout kit facilitates the separation of these fibers into individual strands or groups, enabling technicians to correctly terminate each fiber as required for the installation. This process is essential for ensuring that each fiber can be easily accessed and connected to the appropriate equipment, which is especially important in complex network environments.

While tight buffer cable is designed for direct termination without the need for additional kits due to its robust individual fibers, and loom and drop cables usually have a more straightforward installation process, loose tube cables present a specific challenge that breakout kits help address effectively.