Silicon Carbide Market Growth
Significant growth potential in the silicon carbide market, with expectations to add several new customers this year. Customers are forecasting capacity expansion needs in calendar 2025, with increased demand for wafer-level burn-in.
Incal Technology Acquisition
Successful acquisition of Incal Technology, expanding Aehr's product portfolio and market opportunities in AI semiconductors. Positive customer feedback and increased forecast for engineering qualifications and volume production.
Strong WaferPak Sales
WaferPak sales generated over $12 million in revenue in Q1, representing 92% of total revenue, up from 55% in the prior year's first quarter. Demonstrates strong recurring revenue stream and customer adoption.
AI Processor Market Opportunity
Significant opportunity in AI processor market with an evaluation far along with an AI accelerator company. Potential for this customer to be more than a 10% contributor to revenue in this fiscal year.
High Gross Margin
Non-GAAP gross margin for Q1 was 54.7%, up from 48.7% year-over-year, primarily due to favorable product mix of higher-margin WaferPaks.