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Source Photonics is a leading global provider of innovative and reliable technology that enables communications and data connectivity, in next-generation mobile and fixed-line access networks, in metro networks, and in data centers. Source Photonics’ technology enables FTTx networks to deliver bandwidth, flexibility, and connectivity solutions for consumer’s data needs. We support the ongoing revolution in wireless connectivity with secure, fast, reliable technology that enables global bandwidth capacity to grow. We invent next-generation solutions to provide data centers with low power, high data rate technology to meet the demands of the rapidly growing cloud data industry. We commit to meet our customers’ needs by anticipating technology and market direction, developing cutting edge technology, and consistently delivering on our promises.
Our global, vertically-integrated business model and expertise in optical design enables Source to rapidly deliver market-leading, high performance fiber optic components and subsystems. The Source Lean Quality (SLQ) system is fundamental in the execution of our key business strategies. In line with this, one of our priorities is to identify and eliminate wastes in our processes and to create more value for our customers. Our vertically-integrated manufacturing facilities enable Source Photonics to meet changing customer requirements and shorten product development cycles.
We have deep technical expertise with R&D and engineering teams based worldwide who have core technical knowledge ranging from optoelectronic device, optical subassembly, and module design, to manufacturing process development expertise.
Our global, vertically-integrated business model and expertise in optical design enables Source to rapidly deliver market-leading, high performance fiber optic components and subsystems. The Source Lean Quality (SLQ) system is fundamental in the execution of our key business strategies. In line with this, one of our priorities is to identify and eliminate wastes in our processes and to create more value for our customers. Our vertically-integrated manufacturing facilities enable Source Photonics to meet changing customer requirements and shorten product development cycles.
We have deep technical expertise with R&D and engineering teams based worldwide who have core technical knowledge ranging from optoelectronic device, optical subassembly, and module design, to manufacturing process development expertise.
Overview
Location
United States, California, Los Angeles
Employees
1001-5000
Total raised
$140M
Founded date
1988
Investors 1
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Funding Rounds 2
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| Feb 28, 2019 | Funding round | $100M |
Mentions in press and media 15
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| Apr 21, 2020 | Source Photonics Closes $40M New Funding | WEST HILLS, CA, Source Photonics has closed more than $40M in equity. >> Click here for more funding data on Source Photonics >> To export Source Photonics funding data to PDF and Excel, click here Source Photonics, a lea... |
| Apr 14, 2020 | Source Photonics Closes More Than $40M Funding Round | Source Photonics, a West Hills, Calif.-based global provider of optical transceivers, raised more than $40M in equity funding. The backers were not disclosed. The company intends to use the funds to further expand its 5G product line and up... |
| Apr 14, 2020 | Source Photonics Finds $40M Funding | West Hills-based optical transceiver developer Source Photonics announced late last night that it has raised $40M in a new equity funding round, to support its data center and 5G business. The company--whose components are used for optical ... |
| Mar 5, 2019 | Source Photonics Demonstrates Multi-Vendor Interoperability of Latest 400G and 100G PAM4 Technologies at OFC 2019 | San Diego, CA – March 5, 2019 – Source Photonics, a leading vendor of optical connectivity products for Access and Datacom applications, today announced it will demonstrate the interoperability of its latest 400G and 100G PAM4 based transce... |
| Mar 5, 2019 | Source Photonics Unveils Industry’s First 400G QSFP-DD ER8 Supporting Up To 40km Reach at OFC 2019 | San Diego, CA – March 5, 2019 – Source Photonics, which previously led the market introduction of 100G LR4 in QSFP28 form factor that enabled the deployment of 100G solution within datacenters, now unveils the industry’s first 400G QSFP-DD ... |
| Mar 1, 2019 | Source Photonics Announces a Comprehensive Portfolio of Optical Transceivers to Enable 5G Ramp | West Hills, CA – March 1, 2019 – Source Photonics, which previously led market introduction of optical transceiver products for 3G and LTE networks, now announces a comprehensive portfolio of 5G products serving front-haul, mid-haul and edg... |
| Mar 1, 2019 | Source Photonics closes new funding for next-generation technologies | More than 100 million dollars in equity has been raised from new financial and strategic investors that will be used for growth investments West Hills, CA – Source Photonics, a leading global provider of optical transceivers, has announced ... |
| Mar 1, 2019 | Source Photonics enhances production capabilities with the opening of a new laser fab and assembly facility | West Hills, CA – A focus on meeting growing customer demands in rapidly evolving data center and 5G markets is behind leading global manufacturer Source Photonics’ expansion. Source Photonics, a leader in optical component and transceiver i... |
| Feb 28, 2019 | Source Photonics Closes More Than $100M in Equity Funding | Source Photonics, a West Hills, CA-based provider of optical transceivers, closed more than $100M in equity funding. The company intends to use the funds to scale operations, grow its data center and 5G business, and make technology investm... |
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FAQ about Source Photonics
When was Source Photonics founded?
Source Photonics was founded in 1988.
How much funding has Source Photonics raised?
Source Photonics has raised $140M in total across 2 funding rounds.
What funding rounds has Source Photonics raised?
Parsers VC lists 2 funding rounds of Source Photonics, among them a funding round of $100M on Feb 28, 2019.
What has the press written about Source Photonics?
Parsers VC has collected 15 articles mentioning Source Photonics, among them “Source Photonics Closes $40M New Funding” (Apr 21, 2020) and “Source Photonics Closes More Than $40M Funding Round” (Apr 14, 2020).
Is Source Photonics still active?
Yes, Source Photonics is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Dec 11, 2023.