Diodes Market Analysis APAC, North America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, South America - US, China, Japan, South Korea, Germany - Size and Forecast 2024-2028

Diodes Market Size 2024-2028 

The diodes market size is forecast to increase by USD 1.32 billion, at a CAGR of 3.67% between 2023 and 2028. The market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing adoption of advanced packaging technologies, which enhance the performance and reliability of diodes in various applications. Another key trend driving the market growth is the continuous advancements in wide-bandgap semiconductors, such as silicon carbide and gallium nitride, that offer improved power efficiency and high voltage handling capabilities. However, the market faces challenges related to the miniaturization of diodes, which necessitates the development of smaller form factors while maintaining their high performance and power efficiency. Addressing these challenges will require ongoing research and innovation in materials science, manufacturing processes, and design techniques.

Market Analysis

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The diodes market is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing demand for surge protection in various electronics applications. Electronic manufacturers are continually seeking customized diodes to enhance the functionality of their products, from FM radio and MP3 player to handheld TV, memo recorder, camera, projector, and mobile phones.

As technology advances, diodes are becoming smaller size while offering higher functionality. Mobile phone designers are integrating surge protection diodes to ensure the safety and longevity of their devices. Innovative diode solutions are essential for protecting sensitive electronic components from voltage spikes and power surges. In the ever-evolving world of electronics, diodes continue to play a crucial role in safeguarding advanced technology, ensuring uninterrupted performance and reliability.

Additionally, the diode market encompasses various types of semiconductor devices, including germanium and silicon diodes. Notable diodes are the forward-biased diode for smooth current flow, and the reverse-biased diode for rectifier and one way switch. Avalanche diode, a type of reverse-biased diode, are used for high voltage and power applications. Photodiode, another essential diode type, excel in photo detection, converting light energy into electrical signals. Overall, diodes play a vital role in electronics, from rectification to photodetection.

Market Segmentation

The market research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in "USD billion" for the period 2024-2028, as well as historical data from 2018-2022 for the following segments.

• Type
  • Zener diodes
  • Schottky diodes
  • Others
• End-user
  • Communication
  • Consumer electronics
  • Others
• Geography
  • APAC
    • China
    • Japan
    • South Korea
  • North America
    • US
  • Europe
    • Germany
  • Middle East and Africa
  • South America

By Type Insights

The zener diodes segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. Zener diodes are essential components in electronic systems, particularly in voltage regulation and protection applications. These diodes offer a stable output voltage, making them indispensable in power supplies, voltage stabilizers, and voltage reference circuits. Their ability to maintain output voltage consistency despite input voltage fluctuations and load variations ensures the reliable operation of electronic systems. Moreover, Zener diodes serve a crucial role in overvoltage protection, preventing damage to sensitive components by clamping excessive voltage levels. They act as voltage limiters, conducting excess voltage above their breakdown voltage, and safeguarding against transient voltage spikes and waves. In precision applications, Zener diodes are utilized as voltage references in analog and mixed-signal integral circuits, instrumentation, and measurement systems.

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The zener diodes segment was valued at USD 2.64 billion in 2018 and showed a gradual increase during the forecast period.

Regional Insights

APAC is estimated to contribute 58% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio's analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period.

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The market in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region is projected to witness substantial expansion during the forecast period. The rapid urbanization and industrialization in APAC countries, including China, India, and Southeast Asian nations, are key factors fueling this growth. The increasing demand for electronic devices and infrastructure in these regions is driving the need for diodes in various applications, such as power supplies, consumer electronics, automotive electronics, and industrial equipment. APAC is home to some of the world's largest electronics manufacturing hubs, with countries like China, Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan leading the way in semiconductor manufacturing and electronic component production.

Market Dynamics

Our researchers analyzed the data with 2023 as the base year, along with the key drivers, trends, and challenges. A holistic analysis of drivers will help companies refine their marketing strategies to gain a competitive advantage.

Market Driver

The growing adoption of advanced packaging technologies for diodes is the key driver of the market. Diodes are essential semiconductor components used in signal-routing solutions for various electronic devices, including mobile phones. Advanced packaging technologies play a significant role in enhancing diode performance and functionality. By integrating multiple diodes, passive components, and even active components into a single package, these technologies reduce the overall size of the device, making it suitable for space-constrained applications. Advanced packaging techniques, such as flip-chip and wafer-level packaging (WLP), offer improved thermal properties, enabling diodes to operate at higher power levels without overheating. Additionally, these technologies provide precise control over electrical properties like parasitic capacitance, inductance, and resistance, thereby ensuring optimal performance.

Market Trends

Advancements in wide-bandgap semiconductors is the upcoming trend in the market. Wide-bandgap semiconductors, specifically silicon carbide (SiC) diodes, offer superior solutions for signal routing in high-power and high-voltage applications. SiC diodes boast higher breakdown voltages than silicon, enabling the creation of diodes that can withstand greater voltages without failure. This property makes them indispensable in power conversion systems and electric vehicles. Moreover, SiC and gallium nitride (GaN) semiconductor devices exhibit lower on-state resistance and faster switching speeds than silicon diodes. This results in reduced conduction and switching losses, leading to increased efficiency and less heat generation in high-frequency and high-power applications. Additionally, SiC and GaN diodes can tolerate higher operating temperatures due to their superior thermal conductivity and thermal stability.

Market Challenge

Concerns associated with the miniaturization and power efficiency of diodes is a key challenge affecting the market growth. In the realm of signal routing solutions, the integration of smaller-sized diodes has emerged as a significant trend in various industries, particularly in mobile phone design. This miniaturization trend poses challenges for designers, as the increased component density in smaller spaces can lead to heightened heat generation. Power-efficient designs are indispensable to mitigate thermal concerns and preserve performance and reliability. Moreover, shrinking the size of analog components may introduce challenges related to signal integrity, such as interference, crosstalk, and noise. Effective power management is crucial in managing these issues, ensuring minimal power fluctuations and noise impact on analog signals.

Exclusive Customer Landscape

The market forecasting report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market, covering from the innovator's stage to the laggard's stage. It focuses on adoption rates in different regions based on penetration. Furthermore, the report also includes key purchase criteria and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop their market growth analysis strategies.

 Customer Landscape

Key Companies & Market Insights

Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market.

Central Semiconductor Corp - The company offers diodes such as Schottky, switching, current limiting, and zener.

The market research and growth report includes detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about key companies, including:

• ABB Ltd
• Diodes Inc.
• Futaba Corp.
• Hitachi Ltd.
• Infineon Technologies AG
• Kyocera Corp.
• Littelfuse Inc.
• MACOM Technology Solutions Inc.
• Microchip Technology Inc.
• Micron Technology Inc.
• Mitsubishi Electric Corp.
• ON Semiconductor Corp.
• OSRAM Licht AG
• Renesas Electronics Corp.
• ROHM Co. Ltd.
• Semtech Corp.
• Sharp Corp.
• Shindengen Electric Manufacturing Co. Ltd.
• STMicroelectronics International NV
• Texas Instruments Inc.
• Vishay Intertechnology Inc.

Qualitative and quantitative analysis of companies has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize companies as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize companies as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.

Research Analyst Overview

The market is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing demand for wave protection, voltage regulation, switching, and power conversion applications in various electronic products. Diodes are essential components in electronics, playing a crucial role in power delivery, signal routing solutions, and power consumption management. In the consumer electronics sector, diodes are extensively used in electronic products such as FM radios, MP3 players, MP4 players, handheld TVs, memo recorders, cameras, and projectors. In the medical field, diodes find applications in medical equipment for power delivery and voltage regulation. The automobile industry is another major consumer of diodes, with their use in power conversion, voltage regulation, and switching applications.

Moreover, the conversion from AC to DC is fundamental in electrical engineering, where diodes play a crucial role in rectification. Diodes, like the P-N junction diode, allow current to flow in only one direction, making them the core component in converting alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC). When forward-biased, the current flows from the anode to the cathode, while in a reverse-biased configuration, the diode blocks current flow. This directional current flow makes diodes essential in various applications, such as rectifiers, which convert AC into DC. Different types of diodes, including the Light Emitting Diode (LED), Laser diode, Zener diode, and Schottky diode, serve specialized purposes. For instance, Zener diodes are used for voltage regulation, providing a reference voltage with low voltage drop in their reverse-biased condition. Photodiodes are used in photodetection, converting light into electrical current.

However, avalanche diodes and Schottky diodes are known for their clipping circuit applications, limiting voltage spikes in electronic circuits. The zero-biased diode offers unique characteristics in different electrical contexts, like voltage clamping or signal rectification. A diode symbol is commonly used in schematics to represent these components in circuits designed for applications ranging from power supplies to communication devices, ensuring current flow is controlled effectively.

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What are the Key Data Covered in this Market Research and Growth Report?

• CAGR of the market during the forecast period
• Detailed information on factors that will drive the market growth and forecasting between 2024 and 2028
• Precise estimation of the size of the market  and its contribution of the market in focus to the parent market
• Accurate predictions about upcoming market growth and trends and changes in consumer behaviour
• Growth of the market across APAC, North America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and South America
• Thorough analysis of the market's competitive landscape and detailed information about companies
• Comprehensive analysis of factors that will challenge the growth of market companies

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