well, it's just needed for the most critical layer IIRC?
so basically, this can fully replace 1980i IIRC (although at lower process rate).
Where are you getting this? It's in fact likely that SMEE just concentrate on ramping Arf/Arfi scanner production because their WPH rate is likely lower than that of ASML machines. So, they would concentrate on delivering to top end labs.
if you read the article. It says the machine being used is already at 90-95% yield. Which is quite significant.
And that they are delivering 5-8 in Q2
I guess you can compensate with multiple machines? SSA800 is likely less economical than ASML machines to start off. But given the latter might not have maintenance, seems like worth the trade off.