# TeraDiode

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

- Industry: Industrial Machinery
- Headquarters: Wilmington, US
- Website: www.teradiode.com
- Total disclosed funding: $14M
- Latest round: Series B (Sep 19, 2011)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

TeraDiode is a technology company that specializes in advanced semiconductor solutions, specifically focusing on the design and manufacturing of high-performance laser diodes for various industries including telecommunications and healthcare.Founded by Bien Chann, TeraDiode operates from Wilmington, US, where it designs and manufactures high-performance laser diodes. The company has received Series E funding amounting to USD 4.000 mn, valuing it at USD 101.507 mn. TeraDiode has completed a total of 7 deals, with its most recent funding round occurring on May 14, 2015.TeraDiode specializes in advanced semiconductor technologies, primarily focusing on the design and manufacturing of high-performance laser diodes. These laser diodes are essential in various applications, including telecommunications, industrial laser systems, and medical devices. The company's core offerings are recognized for their precision and efficiency, serving critical roles in optical communication systems and high-resolution imaging technologies. TeraDiode's products address challenges related to data transmission speeds and signal integrity, catering to customers in sectors such as data centers, medical imaging, and industrial automation, with a strong client base across North America, Europe, and Asia.TeraDiode generates revenue through a business-to-business model, primarily engaging in direct sales to manufacturers and service providers within the telecommunications and medical sectors. The transactional structure is based on high-volume orders, often involving long-term contracts that ensure a steady flow of products to clients. Pricing strategies are structured around contract negotiations that take into account the volume and frequency of orders, focusing on delivering customized solutions tailored to specific client needs. This approach allows TeraDiode to maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace, leveraging flagship products that are integral to their clients' technological capabilities and reinforced by strong partnerships with key players in the industry.TeraDiode plans to utilize the recent Series E funding of USD 4.000 mn to support the development and launch of new products in the laser diode segment. The company aims to expand its market reach into Europe and Asia by 2016, focusing on emerging sectors that require high-performance semiconductor solutions. The funding will also facilitate enhancements in manufacturing capabilities and support research into next-generation laser technologies, which are critical for maintaining the company's competitive position in the semiconductor market.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Sep 19, 2011, $10M — Stata Venture Partners, Camros Capital, Argonaut Ventures
- Series A, Sep 14, 2009, $4.1M — Stata Venture Partners

## Investors

- Stata Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/stata-venture-partners) — Series A, Series B
- Camros Capital — Series B
- Argonaut Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/argonaut-ventures) — Series B