Infrared Sensor Market Report

Market Highlights

"The global infrared sensor market is likely to grow at a promising CAGR of 5.1%, in the long run, to reach US$ 1.4 billion by 2028."

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An infrared sensor is a device that works based on the principle of detecting the intensity of infrared radiation in surrounding space. It comprises of a pyroelectric material with an infrared filter, the fresnel lens and a housing unit. Indicates like the infrared sensors are regularly used for motion detection of the security systems and automatic lighting.

The demand for IR sensors is on the rise and this is supported by the drive for automation in numerous industries such as the industrial, aerospace, and automotive industries. The IR sensors are of two types: thermal imaging and thermal detector units which are a vital component of several automatic systems to capture high-resolution pictures and monitor various characteristics like temperature, humidity, and gas levels. The merits of thermal imagers and detectors include simplicity of use, non-contact measuring method, measuring process for non-visible radiation, high sensitivity, etc. This means that these sensors have many applications.

Thermal imaging is among the well-known applications of thermal imagers that can be employed for different scopes, including industrial inspection, medical diagnosis, and building inspection. As for one of the key applications of thermal detectors, it is position and motion detection, a very important feature in any kind of surveillance. Thus, thermal detectors are nowadays used in the most effective security systems which are able to detect any motion even in total darkness or during bad weather. This explains why the demand for thermal imagers and detectors in various industries is growing and why the IR Sensor market will grow in the near future.

There has been a steady rise in the demand for IR sensors in smartphones and wearables, among other consumer gadgets and this has been a boost to the main market. These sensors are facial recognition sensors, proximity sensors and so forth that are useful for the individualization of the device and improvement of the user’s experience and security. Another factor that is driving the market for IR sensors forward is the increase in smart houses and building automation systems, where they are employed for motion detection, temperature control, and even occupancy detection.

Recent Market JVs and Acquisitions:

Most companies are focusing on creating new products like passive infrared sensors, infrared motion sensors, infrared temperature sensors, and infrared proximity sensors. Product line expansion and mergers &acquisitions are prominent techniques used to broaden the company’s market share. There were a fair number of mergers & acquisitions in the IR sensor market. Some of which are the following:

• In 2021, Teledyne acquired FLIR Systems through a cash and stock transaction worth nearly US$ 8 billion. The company is the undisputed leader in the IR sensor market and will continue providing a full spectrum of imaging technologies.
• In 2019, Sofradir merged with its subsidiary ULIS and formed Lynred, a stronger player in the IR detector market.

Segments Analysis

Product Trends

"The thermal imager accounted for the largest market share."

The IR sensor market is classified as thermal detectors and thermal imagers. Between the two product types, thermal imager is expected to remain the dominant segment during the forecast period, owing to its applications in a wide range of industries including automotive, aerospace, military, and security. In addition, thermal imagers also have several advantages over traditional IR sensors, such as cost-effectiveness, small size, high sensitivity, uncooled operation, and improved resolution, which make them one of the most preferred IR sensors. On the other hand, the thermal detector is estimated to witness the fastest market growth in the coming years, owing to its lower cost as compared to the thermal imager and increasing demand in a wide range of applications such as temperature measurement, gas sensing, and motion detection due to their features like non-contact temperature measurement, quick response time, and wide detection range.

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Regional Insights

"Asia-Pacific accounted for the largest market share."

Asia-Pacific is expected to remain the largest market for Infrared (IR) sensors during the forecast period. This region is home to many Chinese and Japanese players such as NICERA, Wuhan Guide Sensmart Tech Co., Ltd., Global Sensor Technology, and Murata Manufacturing Ltd. Moreover, the region has been witnessing significant demand in industries, such as aerospace, defense, automotive, and healthcare, in recent years, particularly in countries like China, India, Japan, and South Korea.

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Key Players

The market for IR sensors is highly consolidated, with a few companies controlling the majority of the industry. The market is competitive with the presence of several regional and global players. Most of the major players compete in some of the governing factors including price, product offerings, industry expertise, and regional presence. The following are the key players in the IR sensor market:

• Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
• Excelitas Technologies Corp.,
• Lynred
• NICERA
• Seek Thermal
• Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
• Melexis
• Heimann Sensor GmbH
• Wuhan Guide Sensmart Tech Co., Ltd.
• Global Sensor Technology

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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This strategic assessment report, from Stratview Research, provides a comprehensive analysis that reflects today’s infrared sensor market realities and future market possibilities for the forecast period. The report segments and analyzes the market in the most detailed manner in order to provide a panoramic view of the market. The vital data/information provided in the report can play a crucial role for the market participants as well as investors in the identification of the low-hanging fruits available in the market as well as to formulate the growth strategies to expedite their growth process.

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