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2030 年可變電容器市場預測:按產品類型、應用和地區分類的全球分析Variable Capacitor Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Product Type (Rotary Variable Capacitors, Vacuum Variable Capacitors, Air Variable Capacitors and Other Product Types), Application and By Geography |
根據Stratistics MRC預測,2024年全球可變電容器市場規模將達16億美元,預計2030年將達到24億美元,預測期內複合年成長率為6.4%。
能夠手動或自動調整電容的電子元件稱為可變電容器。透過移動構成該裝置的兩個導電板中的一個或兩個,可以改變板之間的有效面積和距離。這些板由絕緣材料隔開。由於幾何形狀和介電特性的變化,電容值會改變。可變電容器可以調節振盪器、濾波器和諧振電路的頻率,並且經常用於無線電接收器等調諧電路。
美國商務部最新資料顯示,墨西哥是美國最大的出口目的地,2023年占美國出口總額的68%。
無線通訊需求不斷擴大
先進通訊技術(尤其是 5G 網路和物聯網設備)的日益普及正在推動可變電容器市場的顯著成長。這些組件對於無線通訊系統中精確的頻率控制和調諧至關重要。包括基地台和天線在內的通訊基礎設施的擴展,加上連接設備數量的不斷增加,正在為射頻和微波應用中的可變電容器帶來持續的需求。
先進電容器高成本
開發和製造先進的可變電容器,尤其是那些採用 MEMS 技術和專用材料的可變電容器,成本高。這種高昂的製造成本可能會導致組件價格上漲,從而限制市場成長,特別是在價格敏感的應用和新興市場。對精密工程和品管的需求進一步推高了製造成本,可能限制製造擴張。
不斷成長的汽車電子產品市場
電動車市場的快速擴張為可變電容器製造商提供了巨大的機會。汽車應用對高性能電容器的需求持續成長,2023年全球電動車銷量將達到1,000萬輛,與前一年同期比較成長35%。旨在提高能源回收和縮短充電時間的下一代超級電容的開拓正在創造新的市場機會。
替代品的可用性
固定電容器和積體電路(IC)等替代技術的出現對可變電容器市場構成了威脅。這些替代方案以較低的成本提供類似的功能,並且對於某些應用程式通常具有更高的可用性。如果精密調諧或頻率調節不是必需的,工業界可以選擇固定電容器,從而減少對可變電容器的需求。由於製造商尋求具有成本效益的替代品來滿足應用需求,這可能會限制市場成長。
疫情擾亂了可變電容器行業的供應鏈和製造活動,導致延誤和成本增加。然而,它加速了數位技術和通訊的傳播,刺激了對電子設備的需求。由於通訊技術和電子產品的持續進步,疫情後市場呈現強勁復甦。
真空可變電容器領域預計將在預測期內成為最大的領域
由於真空可變電容器在通訊、廣播和工業自動化等高頻應用的卓越性能,預計在預測期內將佔據最大的市場佔有率。這些電容器具有低損耗、高電壓和長壽命的特點,非常適合要求嚴格的應用。其市場優勢進一步增強,廣泛應用於國防、航太、科研等需要精確調節的產業。
家用電子電器產業預計在預測期內複合年成長率最高
在智慧型裝置、智慧型手機和穿戴式裝置需求不斷成長的推動下,家用電子電器產業預計將在預測期內顯著成長。隨著電子設備變得越來越小,需要小型高性能可變電容器來提高性能和效率。隨著消費者尋求功能更豐富的互聯設備,對支援無線通訊和訊號調諧的電容器的需求持續增加,從而導致該領域的強勁成長。
由於其強大的家用電子電器和通訊設備製造基礎,預計亞太地區在預測期內將佔據最大的市場佔有率。在電子、汽車和通訊產業擴張的推動下,中國、日本和韓國等國家主導了可變電容器的生產和消費。此外,對5G基礎設施和物聯網開拓的投資不斷增加,進一步增強了該地區的市場主導地位。
由於快速的工業化、技術進步以及對無線通訊系統不斷成長的需求,預計亞太地區將在預測期內實現最高的複合年成長率。家用電子電器、汽車電子產品和可再生能源計劃的激增正在推動對可變電容器的需求。隨著該地區政府優先考慮數位轉型和 5G 部署,市場有望加速成長,使該地區成為可變電容器製造商的高潛力地區。
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Variable Capacitor Market is accounted for $1.6 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $2.4 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.4% during the forecast period. An electronic component with manually or automatically adjustable capacitance is called a variable capacitor. One or both of the two conductive plates that make up this device can move, changing the effective area or distance between them. The plates are separated by an insulating material. The capacitance value is altered by this change in geometry or dielectric characteristics. Variable capacitors enable frequency adjustment in oscillators, filters, and resonant circuits and are frequently used in tuning circuits, including radio receivers.
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Growing demand for wireless communication
The increasing adoption of advanced communication technologies, particularly 5G networks and IoT devices, is driving significant growth in the variable capacitor market. These components are essential for precise frequency control and tuning in wireless communication systems. The expansion of telecommunications infrastructure, including base stations and antennas, coupled with the rising number of connected devices, creates a sustained demand for variable capacitors in RF and microwave applications.
High cost of advanced capacitors
The development and manufacturing of advanced variable capacitors, especially those incorporating MEMS technology and specialized materials, involve significant costs. This high production expense translates to higher component prices, potentially limiting market growth, particularly in price-sensitive applications and emerging markets. The need for precision engineering and quality control further adds to the manufacturing costs, which may limit manufacturing expansion.
Growing automotive electronics market
The rapid expansion of the electric vehicle market presents a significant opportunity for variable capacitor manufacturers. With global EV sales reaching 10 million units in 2023 and showing a 35% year-over-year increase, the demand for high-performance capacitors in automotive applications continues to grow. The development of next-generation supercapacitors for improved energy recovery and reduced charging times creates new market opportunities.
Availability of substitutes
The presence of alternative technologies such as fixed capacitors and integrated circuits (ICs) poses a threat to the variable capacitor market. These substitutes often offer similar functionalities at a lower cost and with higher availability in certain applications. Industries may opt for fixed capacitors when precise tuning or frequency adjustments are not essential, reducing demand for variable capacitors. This could limit market growth as manufacturers explore cost-effective alternatives to meet their application needs.
The pandemic disrupted supply chains and manufacturing activities in the variable capacitor industry, causing delays and increased costs. However, it also accelerated the adoption of digital technologies and remote communication, driving demand for electronic devices. The market showed strong recovery post-pandemic due to continued advancements in communication technology and electronics.
The vacuum variable capacitors segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The vacuum variable capacitors segment is predicted to secure the largest market share throughout the forecast period due to their superior performance in high-frequency applications such as telecommunications, broadcast, and industrial automation. These capacitors offer low losses, high voltage ratings, and longer service life, making them ideal for demanding applications. Their widespread usage in industries like defense, aerospace, and scientific research, where precision tuning is critical, further solidifies their dominance in the market.
The consumer electronics segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The consumer electronics segment is projected to witness substantial growth during the projection period, driven by increasing demand for smart devices, smartphones, and wearables. The miniaturization of electronic devices requires compact, high-performance variable capacitors to enhance performance and efficiency. As consumers seek more feature-rich and connected devices, the demand for capacitors capable of supporting wireless communication and signal tuning continues to rise, leading to strong growth within this segment.
The Asia Pacific region is projected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period, owing to its robust manufacturing base for consumer electronics and telecommunications equipment. Countries such as China, Japan, and South Korea dominate the production and consumption of variable capacitors, driven by expanding electronics, automotive, and communication sectors. Additionally, increasing investments in 5G infrastructure and IoT development are further enhancing the region's market dominance.
The Asia Pacific region is projected to achieve the highest CAGR during the forecast period due to rapid industrialization, technological advancements, and growing demand for wireless communication systems. The surge in consumer electronics, automotive electronics, and renewable energy projects is fueling the demand for variable capacitors. With governments in the region prioritizing digital transformation and 5G deployment, the market is poised for accelerated growth, positioning Asia Pacific as a high-potential region for variable capacitor manufacturers.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in Variable Capacitor Market include Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd., AVX Corporation, TDK Corporation, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc., Penta Laboratories, TRONSER, Inc., Oriental Motor Co., Ltd., Barker Microfarads, Richardson Electronics, Johanson Dielectrics, Olean Advanced Products, ASC Capacitors, Maida Development, Voltronics Corporation, Tusonix Inc., and Sprague Goodman.
In September 2024, TDK Corporation announces the EPCOS B32377G, a new series of three-phase AC filter capacitors in delta connection filled with nonflammable nitrogen gas instead of the soft polyurethane resin used in the existing series. In line with the megatrend of the electrification of mobility and renewable energies, these capacitors suppress harmonic distortions and reduce reactive power at the input and/or the output of inverters.
In February 2024, Murata, a leading manufacturer of passive components, has expanded its line-up of high-Q rated monolithic ceramic chip capacitors (MLCC). Designed for high-frequency module applications such as those used in cellular communication infrastructure, the GJM022 series expands the world's smallest high-Q capacitor with a voltage rating of 100 V. Murata has developed the GJM022 series in response to the increasing requirement for compact but high-performing capacitors.