Which type of fiber optic cable features individual jackets for each tight buffered fiber?

The choice of breakout fiber optic cable is accurate because this type of cable is specifically designed with individual jackets for each tight buffered fiber. This configuration provides enhanced protection and allows for easier handling and termination of the fibers. In breakout cables, each fiber is separated and contained within its own protective jacket, making them ideal for applications where individual fibers need to be accessed and terminated separately, such as in situations that require a direct installation into patch panels or connectors.

The other types of cables do not offer this configuration. Distribution cables typically have a central strength member and may have several fibers grouped together without individual jackets. Ribbon cables contain multiple fibers organized in a flat ribbon format and do not have individual jackets; they are designed for high-density applications but are less straightforward to terminate individually. Loose-tube cables enclose fibers within a protective tube but do so in a way that groups multiple fibers together, without the individual jackets that define breakout cables. This specific design of breakout cables makes them particularly suitable for certain installations where accessibility and individual fiber protection are crucial.