Direct burial Cat5 Can be put directly into the ground without any conduit, its rugged build protects against moisture and dryness allowing for years of use out of your cable. Direct burial cable can also be ran through conduit ensuring even longer life expectancy. Another nice feature of this Cat5 cable is that it is UV rated so it does not flake or chip since its jacket is built to withstand direct prolonged exposure to the sun. This is great for running on the outside of buildings, roof-lines and roofs.