Power Semiconductor Switches Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Uncontrollable Switches, Semi-controllable Switches, and Fully-controllable Switches), By Application (Consumer Electronics, Automotive & Transportation, Industrial & Power, Computing & Communications, Aerospace & Defense, and Healthcare, Others), and by Regional Forecast to 2031

Updated On: 22 April 2024

Power Semiconductor Switches Market Report Overview

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The global power semiconductor switches market size was USD 6545.41 million in 2021. As per our research, the market is expected to reach USD 12239.6 million in 2031, exhibiting a CAGR of 6.46% during the forecast period.

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with the power semiconductor switches market experiencing lower-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden rise in CAGR is attributable to the market's growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels once the pandemic is over. 

Power semiconductor switches are electronic devices designed to control the flow of electrical power in various applications. They are crucial components in modern power electronics and are used to manage the conversion and distribution of electrical energy. These switches can be turned on and off, and their ability to do so efficiently and rapidly makes them essential in controlling the flow of electricity in various systems.

The choice of power semiconductor switch depends on the specific requirements of the application, such as voltage and current ratings, switching speed, efficiency, and cost. These switches are integral in various systems, including motor drives, power inverters, power supplies, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and electric vehicles. They enable efficient control and management of electrical power which makes them fundamental components in modern electronics and electrical engineering.

COVID-19 Impact: Supply Chain Disruptions Decreased the Production of Semiconductor Switches

The market for power semiconductor switches experienced a slowdown in the demand for these switches during the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic disrupted global supply chains and caused shortages of critical components and materials required for manufacturing power semiconductor switches. Also, lockdown restrictions led to factory shutdowns and affected transportation which had a ripple effect on production and delivery schedules. However, after the end of this crisis, the market began to gain a steady growth in the demand for these switches and is expected to continue to rise in the coming years. 

Latest Trends

"Popularity of Wide-Bandgap (WBG) Semiconductors Amplify the Market Opportunities"

The market for power semiconductor switches is evolving steadily and expected to gain a higher growth rate due to driving factors and ongoing trends such as the popularity of wide-bandgap (WBG) semiconductors and automotive electrification. The adoption of wide-bandgap materials as silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) continued to grow. These materials offer superior performance and efficiency that make them increasingly popular in power semiconductor switches, particularly in applications similar to electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy, and high-frequency power conversion. While the automotive industry witnessed a surge in electric and hybrid vehicles which is anticipated to drive demand for power semiconductor switches in applications such as motor drives, onboard chargers, and inverters. EVs' growing popularity and autonomous vehicle trends are fuelling innovation in power electronics which is anticipated to broaden the market scope in this forecast period.

Power Semiconductor Switches Market Segmentation

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• By Type Analysis

According to type, the market can be bifurcated into uncontrollable switches, semi-controllable switches, and fully-controllable switches.

• By Application Analysis

Based on application, the market can be divided into consumer electronics, automotive & transportation, industrial & power, computing & communications, aerospace & defense, and healthcare, others.

Driving Factors

"Upsurging Demand for Energy Efficient Devices to Augment the Market Growth"

The growing emphasis on energy efficiency in various industries, such as automotive, industrial automation, and renewable energy, is one of the major factors driving the demand for power semiconductor switches. These switches play a crucial role in reducing energy losses and improving overall system efficiency. As well as the shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) is also contributing to driving market growth.

"Integration of Renewable Energy to Boots the Sales for Switches "

The integration of renewable energy is another significant driver for the power semiconductor switches market. The expansion of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, requires advanced power electronics and semiconductor switches to convert and manage the generated energy efficiently. As the renewable energy sector continues to grow, it is anticipated to fuel demand for power semiconductor components which will likely to aid the power semiconductor switches market growth in the coming years. 

Restraining Factor

"High Initial Costs to Impede Market Expansion"

Along with growth factors, the market has some constraints such as high costs of power switches which might slow down the potential growth of the market. Power semiconductor switches, especially those made from advanced materials such as SiC and GaN, can have higher upfront costs compared to traditional silicon-based devices. Thus, this cost barrier can curb adoption in some applications.

Power Semiconductor Switches Market Regional Insights

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"Asia Pacific to Dominate the Market with the Presence of Major Manufacturer "

Asia Pacific region has been evolving in the global semiconductor market and emerging as a dominant region in the market for power semiconductors. The prominent factor behind its leading position is the elevating urbanization, industrialization, and expanding automotive industry with the rising adoption of electric vehicles. Apart from this, countries in the region such as China, Japan, and South Korea, are key players in the semiconductor industry. China, in particular, is a major manufacturing hub for power semiconductor components and holds a significant power semiconductor switches market shares, while Japan and South Korea are known for their technological advancements in this field, and are boosting the market position in the region.

"Key Companies Invest in Marketing Management to Drive Sales"

Key players in various industries, including those in the power semiconductor switch market, aim to maximize revenue and profit through strategies such as product and service innovation, market expansion, customer acquisition and retention, pricing optimization, value-added services, strategic alliances, diversification, and data-driven insights. These strategies are designed to increase sales, attract new customers, and command premium prices, leading to higher revenue and profitability. 

List of Market Players Profiled

• Renesas Electronics (Japan)
• STMicroelectronics N.V. (Switzerland)
• ON Semiconductor (U.S.)
• Infineon Technologies AG (Germany)
• Sanken, Nexperia (Japan)
• ROHM Semiconductor (Japan)
• Semikron Inc (Germany)
• Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (Japan)
• IXYS (U.S.)
• Toshiba Corporation (Japan)

Report Coverage

This report defines the power semiconductor switches market. It emphasizes the market value, expected CAGR, and USD value over the forecast period, before and after the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions on the international market, and how the industry is going to turn the corner is also stated in the report. The report provides significant market data with its product type and product applications, end-use details, and an idea of the market growth in the future. This report also provides an understanding of the growing market trends and developments and their effects on the market growth, driving factors along with restraining factors that impact the market dynamics. Along with this, the leading region, key players of the market, and their tactics to beat the market competition, sustainable policies, their collaboration, mergers, companies’ profile, previous years’ revenue, profit & loss, and market position based on their share value in the market, are also explained in the report.