BBD is an Outside Plant (OSP) unshielded Broadband category cable. It is designed to provide an extension of the LAN beyond the premises or in situations where the NEC code requires an OSP-rated cable when it is in contact with earth, whether in a conduit or not. The cable consists of a core of four (4) balanced twisted pairs surrounded by Superior Essex PFM™ gel that does not drip or flow, even in cell tower applications at elevated temperatures. The core is jacketed with a sunlight and abrasion resistantblack, polyethylene outer jacket. This unshielded design is suitable for the following deployments: duct, underground conduit and tower