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greater performance, and does not corrode like copper. LEC's don't consider protection equipment and range extension as part of an .
Local loops are routed from the customer to the CO over twisted-pair cable. The twisted pair could be either aerial cable which is supported by poles. Aerial cable is being discontinued because of its vulnerability to damage. Aerial cable needs external strength for tension relief on the conductors. Direct burial is placed in the ground without a conduit. This method is ideal for rural areas because it is less expensive than conduit. LEC's can place several cables right after each other or where future additions may be needed, or they can place empty conduit to avoid a costly expansion in the future. The manholes are located at the maximum length cable can be physically handled at 6,000 foot intervals to house T-carriers and load coils.
The cable sheath that covers the cable is a highly durable plastic which may be polyethylene and ...

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