IM/F, IM/H and IM/G Aerial Service Wire in 2, 3, 6 and 12-pair is self supporting. The conductors are laid parallel to a solid extra-strength steel support wire. Both the conductors and support wire are jacketed in an integral “figure 8” configuration. This product permits fast, economical installation from aerial distribution cable terminals to building entrance protectors or network interface units on the subscriber’s premises. The fully color coded core expedites splicing and terminating procedures.