
Happy Tuesday! We hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas season and enjoyed spending time with friends and family. Wishing you a wonderful week back in the office this week – 2023 will be here soon!
In This Issue: CK Giving Day 11 | OM4 Multimode Duplex Fiber Patch Cable | What is the difference between OS2, OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4, and OM5? | News to Start Your Day
The CK Daily – CK Giving Day 11, FCA Habersham

We’ve invited each member of our team to advance our giving efforts and provide us with an organization they are passionate about to donate $500 to. Enjoy Chris McCoy’s story below on the organization they selected.
I have chosen to give to Fellowship of Christian Athletes in our local community. FCA is able to connect with youth in a way that they love, through sports. Their vision is to see the world transformed by Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes.”
If you’re interested in donating to Fellowship of Christin Athletes you can do so here!
Product Spotlights & Updates
OM4 patch cables take all the benefits of OM3 fiber and increase the transmission bandwidth up to 40gbs, and in some cases 100gbs. OM4, like, OM3, is laser-optimized to give optimum performance and reliability. Unlike other old fiber types, OM4 has a higher attenuation that helps create lower losses over greater distances.
Learning Center Article – What is the difference between OS2, OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4, and OM5?
When it comes to fiber optic networks, there are a lot of options in how a network is designed. Ultimately, the demands of the network will determine which cable is best for any given job, but you need to have a clear understanding of the different fiber cables in order to make that decision. While the complete list of design differences could fill several books, you can understand the key variations in design in a few minutes. This quick guide will highlight the characteristics of OS2, OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4, and OM5 fiber cables.
Today’s News to Start Your Day:
- China announced Monday that starting Jan. 8, 2023, travelers will no longer need to quarantine upon arrival on the mainland.
- Southwest Airlines canceled another 2,500 flights Tuesday and warned that mass disruptions will continue throughout the week
- Avatar: The Way of Water has currently brought in just over $250 million in the domestic box office and has just made over $855 million globally.
- Emergency crews in New York are scrambling to rescue marooned residents from what authorities called the “blizzard of the century,” a relentless storm that has left 27 dead in the state and taken at least 60 lives nationwide.
