Americas Small Signal Transistor Market Size
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Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
Forecast Data Period | 2024 - 2029 |
Historical Data Period | 2019 - 2022 |
CAGR | 4.12 % |
Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players![]() *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Americas Small Signal Transistor Market Analysis
America's small signal transistor market is expected to register a CAGR of 4.12% during the forecast period.
- America's small signal transistor market is valued at USD 338.58 million in the current year and is expected to become USD 414.32 million by the next five years. The growing need for power electronics is a significant trend driving the market expansion in the forecast period. According to German Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association (German: Zentralverband Elektrotechnik- und Elektronikindustrie (ZVEI)), in 2022, the electronics industry in the Americas grew by around 5% year-on-year.
- Small-signal transistors are mainly used to amplify and manipulate small signals, typically in the range of a few volts, while handling currents on the order of milliamperes. Modern electronic devices make use of these transistors. During the forecast period, a surge in demand for consumer electronics manufacturing is expected to boost demand for these transistors in the region.
- Further, Brazil's consumer electronics industry has grown over the last decade. It is predicted to grow further in the coming years, generating more than USD 40 billion in revenue by 2026. Notably, smartphone ownership has increased considerably; according to recent statistics, 86 of every 100 people in Brazil own a smartphone.
- The recent advancement in Internet of Things (IoT) technology supports the studied market's growth. According to the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA), North America's total number of consumer and industrial IoT connections is forecast to grow to 5.4 billion by 2025. Recently it amounted to 2.8 billion connections.
- Nowadays, small signal transistors are available with state-of-the-art silicon planar technology that ensures fast switching efficiency and high reliability, which is expected to drive the market during the forecast period. For instance, in July 2022, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation launched a 50W silicon radio-frequency (RF) high-power metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET) module for high-frequency power amplifiers of commercial two-way radios. The model, which offers an industry-leading1 50W power output in the 763MHz to 870MHz band and a high total efficiency of 40%, is expected to help expand the radio communication range and reduce power consumption.
- Further, Samsung Electronics, a player in advanced semiconductor technology, recently announced it would build a new semiconductor manufacturing facility in Texas in the coming years. The estimated USD 17 billion investment in the United States will help boost the production of developed logic semiconductor solutions that power next-generation innovations and technologies. Such developments across the region may further drive the studied market growth.
- COVID-19 significantly impacted the studied market, as the imposition of various restrictions disrupted the supply chain and reduced the demand for a short period. However, with the condition returning to normalcy, the market is expected to notice growth similar to the pre-pandemic level. Additionally, the rapidly increasing industries such as manufacturing, automotive, and consumer electronics in the region propel the market growth in the forecasted period.
Americas Small Signal Transistor Market Trends
Bipolar Small Signal Transistors Expected to Significant Market Growth
- Small signal bipolar junction transistors depend upon the contact between two types of semiconductors to switch or amplify electronic signals and power. In this transistor, the current flow is from the emitter to the collector when the base voltage is positive concerning the emitter.
- The market for bipolar transistors is rapidly growing as the need for these products rises across various industries. The market for bipolar transistors is experiencing rapid growth due to increasing demand across various industries. The demand for transistors is driven by a diverse range of players, both small and large, creating a favorable competitive environment.
- For instance, in January 2023, Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation expanded its lineup by launching 12 bipolar transistor products for power gate drive circuits, current switches for consumer and industrial equipment, and LED drive circuits. The new products are "TTA011, TTA012, TTA013, TTC019, TTC020 and TTC021" housed in SC-62 package and "TPCP8605, TPCP8606, TPCP8607, TPCP8512, TPCP8513 and TPCP8514" housed in PS-8 package.
- Bipolar transistors are used in headlights with high-power light-emitting diodes in electric cars. An increase in automotive industries is a driving factor for the bipolar power transistor market. In February 2022, Nissan Motor invested USD 500 Million to rebuild its United States assembly plant near Canton, Mississippi, to build two new electric vehicles.
- The rise in electronic tools manufacturing across the region to cater to the increasing demand for electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and energy & power is expected to foster growth in the PNP transistors. According to Consumer Technology Association (CTA), retail revenue of consumer electronics in the United States for 2023 will reach USD 485 billion.
- In addition, the United States offers a wide field of electronics retailers, both stores and online retailers. Examples are BestBuy, which generated revenues of USD 51.8 billion in 2023, Walmart, Target, and the e-commerce platform Amazon. Other popular retailers in the country include Apple, Lenovo, and Dell.
- Furthermore, transistors represent one of the significant innovations in the electronics industry. This can be accredited to their high electron mobility, wide temperature limits, and low power consumption. According to Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), US, semiconductor companies accounted for sales totaling USD 258 billion, contributing to 46% of the international market. Moreover, US semiconductor firms invested USD 50 billion in R&D to remain competitive, the highest in history.
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Automotive Sector to Hold a Significant Market Share
- Transistors have extensive use in modern vehicles. These devices turn on all types of devices, such as fuel injectors, ignition coils, VCT control solenoids, purge control solenoids, transmission solenoids, HVAC doors, lights, etc. According to IHS, all-electric vehicles are projected to penetrate the North American market at a rate of 30% by 2030.
- In August 2022, Lucid Motors launched a unique high-performance luxury brand called Sapphire electric sedan vehicle. The latest electric vehicle consists of a three-motor powertrain with more than 1,200 hp. The Sapphire's remarkable electric capabilities provide an impressive driving range of 406 to 520 miles on a single charge.
- According to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (NISG), in January 2022, 237 battery electric vehicles were sold in Mexico. The number of registered electric and hybrid cars in Latin America has increased significantly in Colombia and Brazil, where the market has remained relatively stable. Hybrids have become somewhat famous for users looking for a petrol-saving alternative to the traditional automobile as Mexico develops its charging infrastructure for plug-in electric vehicles.
- Furthermore, government regulations requiring advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) have also supported the segment's growth. Electronic components in the automobile sector are essential for safety and are exposed to increased voltages and extreme conditions. Manufacturers have responded by creating a new range of bipolar power transistors for automotive applications.
- In April 2022, BMW Group made an exciting announcement regarding the launch of their new all-electric BMW i7 sedan in North America.
- In addition, in September 2022, Ford Motor launched the seventh generation of its muscle automobile Ford Mustang. It offers an optional ADAS pack for the first time in the history of Mustang. Further, in July 2022, General Motors spent USD 4 billion to expand its Orion assembly plant in Michigan to build electric vehicles and an additional USD 2.6 billion to create a battery manufacturing facility in Michigan. Such expansion in the automotive sector across the region may further drive the studied market growth.
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Americas Small Signal Transistor Industry Overview
America's small signal transistors are highly competitive. The semiconductor industry is undergoing a specialization period. It is focused on manufacturing computer chips that can perform various jobs. Further, many players in this market outsource their operations. This has made the sector highly competitive and intensely collaborative, as it is tightly integrated into regional supply chains.
In December 2022, at the IEEE International Electron Devices Meeting 2022. Intel Corp. researchers announced several technological innovations and concepts, including packaging improvements that could result in computer chips that are ten times as powerful as the current most advanced silicon. Intel submitted new research highlighting some processes, materials, and technologies that it plans to leverage to deliver chipset-based trillion-transistor processors by 2030.
In June 2022, GaN Systems, the international player in gallium nitride (GaN) power semiconductors, introduced a new transistor in the industry's most expansive portfolio of GaN power transistors. The GS-065-018-2-L expands the company's high-performance, low-cost transistor portfolio, features lower on-resistance, increased robustness and thermal performance, and an 850V VDS rating.
Americas Small Signal Transistor Market Leaders
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Microchip Technology Inc.
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NXP Semiconductors N.V
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Semiconductor Components Industries, LLC(Onsemi)
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Diodes Inc.
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Central Semiconductors Corporation
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Americas Small Signal Transistor Market News
- March 2023: Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation launched a 650V discrete insulated gate bipolar transistor GT30J65MRB for air conditioners' power factor correction circuits and ample power supplies for industrial equipment.
- January 2023: Microchip Technology Inc. introduced its first commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) rad-tolerant power device with the MIC69303RT 3A low-dropout (LDO) voltage regulator. The new high-current, low-voltage MIC69303RT is a power management solution targeting LEO and other space applications. The device is available for prototype sampling in both plastic and hermetic ceramic to support the mission's requirements.
- March 2022- NXP Semiconductors N.V. announced a new series of radio frequency (RF) gallium nitride (GaN) power transistors for 32T32R active antenna systems using its latest proprietary gallium nitride (GaN) technology. The new series complements NXP's portfolio of discrete GaN power amplifier solutions for 64T64R radios, covering all cellular frequency bands from 2.3GHz to 4.0GHz.
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET INSIGHTS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Industry Attractiveness - Porters Five Forces Analysis
4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.2.4 Threat of Substitutes
4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis
4.4 Assessment of Impact of COVID-19 on the Market
5. MARKET DYNAMICS
5.1 Market Drivers
5.1.1 Increased Use of Electronics in the Industrial Sector
5.1.2 Growing Demand for IoT
5.2 Market Challenges
5.2.1 Adoption of Power Transistors is Analyzed Pose a Challenge to the Market
6. MARKET SEGMENTATION
6.1 By Device Type
6.1.1 Bipolar Small Signal Transistors
6.1.2 Field Effect Transistors
6.1.3 RF & Microwave Small Signal Transistors
6.2 By Application
6.2.1 Automotive and Charging Infrastructure
6.2.2 Industrial
6.2.3 Consumer Electronics & Appliances
6.2.4 Rail
6.2.5 Other Applications
6.3 By Region
6.3.1 North America
6.3.2 Latin America
7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
7.1 Company Profiles
7.1.1 Microchip Technology Inc.
7.1.2 NXP Semiconductors N.V
7.1.3 Semiconductor Components Industries, LLC(Onsemi)
7.1.4 Diodes Inc.
7.1.5 Central Semiconductors Corporation
7.1.6 WEE Technology Company Limited
7.1.7 Nexperia
7.1.8 ST Microelectronics
7.1.9 Renesas Electronics Corporation
7.1.10 Infenion Technologies AG
- *List Not Exhaustive
8. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
9. FUTURE OF THE MARKET
Americas Small Signal Transistor Industry Segmentation
Small signal transistors are transistors used to amplify low-level signals but can also be utilized as a switch. Typical hFE values for small signal transistors range from 10-500, with maximum Ic ratings from about 80-600mA.
The studied market is segmented by device types such as bipolar small-signal transistors, field effect transistors, and RF & microwave small signal transistors, by applications such as automotive and charging infrastructure, industrial, consumer electronics & appliances, rail and other applications, and by regions (North America and Latin America).
The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD million) for all the above segments.
By Device Type | |
Bipolar Small Signal Transistors | |
Field Effect Transistors | |
RF & Microwave Small Signal Transistors |
By Application | |
Automotive and Charging Infrastructure | |
Industrial | |
Consumer Electronics & Appliances | |
Rail | |
Other Applications |
By Region | |
North America | |
Latin America |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current Americas Small Signal Transistor Market size?
The Americas Small Signal Transistor Market is projected to register a CAGR of 4.12% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in Americas Small Signal Transistor Market?
Microchip Technology Inc. , NXP Semiconductors N.V, Semiconductor Components Industries, LLC(Onsemi), Diodes Inc. and Central Semiconductors Corporation are the major companies operating in the Americas Small Signal Transistor Market.
What years does this Americas Small Signal Transistor Market cover?
The report covers the Americas Small Signal Transistor Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Americas Small Signal Transistor Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Americas Small Signal Transistor Industry Report
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