The ADP NMS 6 x 24 Compact Design features a black abrasion resistant PVC-jacket and is used to extend telephone service to subscriber premises from the distribution cable or cable terminal. The product features four fiberglass yarns that provide all the longitudinal strength necessary. Simple access procedures allow for quick and easy installation with the small standard off the shelf industry hardware. This product offers 6-pair in the size and shape of the traditional 3-pair product. Each conductor is insulated with solid polyolefin indistinctive colors. The insulation of the tip conductor is marked with a stripe of the mating ring insulation color to reduce the possibility of splitting pairs during installation. A black, weather resistant, polyvinyl chloride jacket is extruded overt he strength members and rip cord to protect the core from mechanical damage. The jacket bonds to the fiber glass strength members to provide the required strength characteristics.