Stranded Armored Loose Tube is designed for direct buried and duct installations as well as backbone and metro networks. The loose tube frees the fiber from environmental hazards to ensure a high transmission reliability and quality. Gel-free indicates there are water-blocking yarns in the loose tubes and water-blocking tape under the armored layer, ensuring no mess or cleanup. Available in single or double jacket, single or double armored, dry and gel-filled options. Fiber counts up to 864.