# CyOptics

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/cyoptics

- Industry: Electronics
- Headquarters: Breinigsville, US
- Website: www.cyoptics.com
- Total disclosed funding: $118M
- Latest round: Series F (Nov 12, 2007)
- Investors on record: 17

## About

CyOptics, Inc., based in the US, is a leading provider of Indium Phosphide (InP) optical components for broadband networking applications, delivering high-performance solutions for various sectors, including telecommunications and data communications.CyOptics, Inc. specializes in providing advanced optical components primarily for the broadband networking sector. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Breinigsville, US, the company transitioned its business strategy over the years to focus on high-performance optical solutions. In April 2013, Avago Technologies acquired CyOptics for USD 400 mn from TA Associates and Jerusalem Venture Partners. The firm has successfully completed a total of 15 deals.CyOptics, Inc. designs and manufactures Indium Phosphide (InP) based optical components tailored for broadband networking applications. Their offerings include high-performance devices for Fiber-To-The-Home (FTTH), Mobile Broadband Internet Access, high-performance computing, and data communication, specifically targeting Metro and Long-Haul Data Communications. Key products consist of 850nm multimode Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Lasers (VCSELs) and PIN devices, serving short-reach data communication networks. Additionally, CyOptics provides Refractive Micro Lens products and custom Diffractive Optical Elements (DOEs) for sectors such as Fiber Optic Communications, Lithography, and machine vision applications, with a global market reach across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.CyOptics generates revenue through direct sales to clients in telecommunications and data communications sectors. These B2B transactions involve bulk purchases of optical components such as VCSELs. The pricing structure is determined by the specific technologies and components acquired, with flagship products like the 850nm multimode VCSEL significantly contributing to their revenue. The company collaborates with industry leaders to enhance its market presence, offering comprehensive solutions for high-performance networking needs while maintaining capabilities from design to fabrication.The recent acquisition in April 2013 is expected to facilitate CyOptics' growth strategy, allowing for enhanced product offerings and market expansion. The company plans to introduce new products designed for emerging broadband technologies and is targeting increased market penetration across North America and Europe by 2025. With the funding from the Trade Sale amounting to USD 400 mn, CyOptics will invest in R&D and marketing initiatives to support these developments.

## Funding rounds

- Series F, Nov 12, 2007, $3.5M — Jerusalem Venture Partners, Morgenthaler Ventures, TL Ventures, Intel Capital, BlueRun Ventures, TriQuint Semiconductor, Inc., Birchmere
- Series F, Apr 3, 2007, $12M — Jerusalem Venture Partners, Sprout Group, TowerBrook
- Series F, Oct 5, 2005, $3M — Birchmere
- Series F, May 11, 2005, $17M — Jerusalem Venture Partners, Sprout Group, TowerBrook, Eurofund
- Series D, Sep 27, 2004, $10M — Innovacom, Jerusalem Venture Partners, Sprout Group, Ventech, TowerBrook, Eurofund
- Series B, Oct 4, 2000, $57M — Innovacom, Jerusalem Venture Partners, Sprout Group, TowerBrook, Intel Capital, Ostrum Private Equity, Eurofund, Cisco Systems, Corning, Inc., SemiConductor Devices, Vitesse Semiconductor Corporation
- Series A, Apr 13, 2000, $16M — Innovacom, Jerusalem Venture Partners, Sprout Group, TowerBrook, Eurofund, SemiConductor Devices
- Seed, Jun 1, 1999 — Innovacom, Jerusalem Venture Partners, Eurofund, SemiConductor Devices

## Investors

- Innovacom (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/innovacom) — Seed, Series A, Series B, Series D
- Jerusalem Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/jerusalem-venture-partners) — Seed, Series A, Series B, Series D, Series F
- Eurofund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/eurofund) — Seed, Series A, Series B, Series D, Series F
- SemiConductor Devices — Seed, Series A, Series B
- Sprout Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sprout-group) — Series A, Series B, Series D, Series F
- TowerBrook (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/towerbrook) — Series A, Series B, Series D, Series F
- Intel Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/intel-capital) — Series B, Series F
- Ostrum Private Equity (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ostrum-private-equity) — Series B
- Cisco Systems — Series B
- Corning, Inc. — Series B
- Vitesse Semiconductor Corporation — Series B
- Ventech (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ventech) — Series D
- Birchmere (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/birchmere) — Series F
- Morgenthaler Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/morgenthaler-ventures) — Series F
- TL Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tl-ventures) — Series F
- BlueRun Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bluerun-ventures) — Series F
- TriQuint Semiconductor, Inc. — Series F