The global power electronics market size is expected to reach USD 53.66 billion by 2030, registering to grow at a CAGR of 5.2% from 2024 to 2030 according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Increased focus on the usage of renewable energy sources has been one of the major factors driving the market. In addition, the development of power infrastructure, coupled with the increasing demand for battery-powered portable devices, has led to the increased adoption of power electronic devices and products across various industry verticals such as power, automotive, communication, aerospace & defense, consumer electronics, and other sectors.
Power electronic devices use switching electronic circuits to regulate the flow of energy. They are also used in the alteration of electric power, which is usually performed by semiconductor devices such as diodes, transistors, and thyristors. Power electronic devices are useful in connecting renewable energy resources with power grids and transportation of energy. They have applications in electric trains, motor drives, and lighting equipment and play a key role by enabling heat sinking and soft starting of the motors.
The power electronics market is extensively consolidated, in terms of applications and materials that are used to produce power electronic devices. The advancements and exhaustive research & development activities in the power devices have enabled the evolution of power electronics. The market possesses significant potential for growth and is dynamic and adaptive in nature. A few highlighting features of the power electronic devices are durability against coarse environmental conditions, extended life (suitable for rugged industrial applications), and better efficiency & reliability.
The power electronics industry has been undergoing continuous developments and upgrades, since its emergence. Several factors, such as the rapid inception of renewable energy sources and rising adoption of electric vehicles & radio communication, are influencing the market growth. The adoption of power electronic devices in healthcare systems & instruments and the automotive industry is expected to drive the market over the forecast period.
The Asia Pacific market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during forecast period, owing to the emergence of manufacturing hubs across the continent. Countries, such as China, India, South Korea, and Singapore, are expanding their domestic manufacturing activities across various industry verticals, such as consumer electronics, telecommunication, military & defense, and automotive, to strengthen their economies. In addition to this, prominent industry players are investing and establishing production & distribution units to capture the regional markets. All the above-mentioned factors are further providing additional impetus to the power electronics market.
However, the market is facing challenges such as high initial expenditures and deposition of Gallium Nitride (GaN), Gallium Arsenide (GaAs), and Silicon Carbide (SiC) on the silicon materials which is a quite tedious and complex procedure, especially to reach while in high voltage ranges. Expensive & time-consuming processes and complexity issues involved in manufacturing power devices are anticipated to restrain the market growth.
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The global power electronics market was valued at USD 38.12 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.2% from 2024 to 2030
The silicon (Si) segment held the largest market revenue share of 88.9% in 2023. The demand for silicon in the power electronics market is increasing due to its essential properties that meet the growing needs of high-efficiency and high-performance applications. Silicon's ability to withstand high temperatures and voltages and its superior electrical conductivity and thermal stability make it suitable for power devices like transistors, diodes, and integrated circuits
IC segment dominated the market in 2023. The increasing utilization of smart systems and electric vehicles due to technological progress boosts the need for power electronics. These gadgets depend on effective power transformation and management systems supplied by ICs.
Automotive segment is projected to grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period. The shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid vehicles is a primary driver, as these vehicles rely heavily on power electronics for efficient energy management, battery charging, and motor control.
Grand View Research has segmented the global power electronics market based on material, device, application, and region:
Power Electronics Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Silicon (Si)
Sapphire
Silicon Carbide (SiC)
Gallium Nitride (GaN)
Others
Power Electronics Device Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Discrete
Module
IC
Power Electronics Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
ICT
Consumer Electronics
Power
Industrial
Automotive
Aerospace & Defense
Others
Power Electronics Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
North America
U. S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
Australia
South Korea
Latin America
Brazil
Middle East and Africa (MEA)
UAE
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
List of Key Players in Power Electronics Market
Semiconductor Components Industries, LLC
ABB
Infineon Technologies AG
Texas Instruments Incorporated.
ROHM Co. Ltd
STMicroelectronics NV
Renesas Electronics Corporation.
Vishay Intertechnologies, Inc.
Toshiba Corporation
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
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