The global market for EMI/RFI materials and technologies is expected to increase from $7.4 billion in 2023 to $9.2 billion by the end of 2028, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6% during the forecast period of 2023-2028.
Conductive coatings market for EMI/RFI materials and technologies is expected to increase from $2.8 billion in 2023 to $3.3 billion by the end of 2028, with a CAGR of 3.6% during the forecast period of 2023-2028.
Laminates/tapes/foils market for EMI/RFI materials and technologies is expected to increase from $434.5 million in 2023 to $575.1 million by the end of 2028, with a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period of 2023-2028.
Report Scope:
This report segments the EMI/RFI materials and technologies market based on shielding method and region. The report provides an overview of the global EMI/RFI technologies market and analyzes market trends. Using 2022 as the base year, the report provides estimated market data for the forecast period 2023 through 2028.
The EMI/RFI materials and technologies market is segmented by shielding method and region into the following -
Shielding method: conductive coatings, metal cabinets, conductive plastics, laminates/tapes/foils and miscellaneous.
Region: North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.
Technologies and materials specific to EMI/RFI shielding are also identified and analyzed in terms of their impact on plastics and the other materials. Trends in components and devices used in the electronics medical, automotive, and consumer products industries are also included in the report.
This report also discusses the current state of the electronics industry as well as other related industries, the market for plastics-based shielding options, key participants, shielding technologies, materials, shielding components, global developments, and examples of global regulatory standards and environmental issues confronting the electronic shielding business.
The report explains the relevant and upcoming technologies, and it covers the qualitative aspects of the market in broad detail. The scope of the report covers an overview of the global market for EMI/RFI materials and technologies and an analysis of the global market trends. The sales values are presented in U.S. dollars. The estimated values used are based on manufacturers' total revenues.
Furthermore, the study also discusses market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, opportunities and challenges. It also examines new and emerging trends and their impact on current and future market dynamics.
Report Includes:
39 data tables and 68 additional tables
An overview of the global market landscape related to the materials and technologies of electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio-frequency interference (RFI)
In-depth analysis of global market trends, featuring historical revenue data for 2022, estimated figures for 2023, as well as forecasts for 2028. This analysis includes projections of Compound Annual Growth Rates (CAGRs) spanning through 2028
Evaluation of the current market size and revenue growth prospects specific to materials and technologies of electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio-frequency interference (RFI), accompanied by a comprehensive market share analysis categorized by type, and geographical region
Coverage of issues surrounding the ever-increasing frequencies being encountered along with the proliferation of wireless devices that may result in the shifting of shielding options
Assessment of the impact of other technologies, such as bluetooth, absorptive EMI, and fiber optics
Discussion of trends in components and devices used in electronics and other industries, such as medical, automotive, and consumer products
Examination of the current state of the electronics and other industries, the market for plastics-based shielding options, key participants, shielding technologies, patents, materials, shielding components, and a time line of global developments
Information on basic concepts, compliance testing and certification related to the industry and insights into regulatory and standards bodies and directives and U.S. food and drug administration requirement
Company profiles of major players within the industry, including 3M, The Dow Chemical Co., Parker-Hannifin Corp., and PPG Industries Inc.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
Study Goals and Objectives
Reasons for Doing This Study
Scope of Report
What's New in this Update?
Methodology
Information Sources
Geographic Breakdown
Segmentation Breakdown
Chapter 2 Summary and Highlights
Market Outlook
Summary Highlights
Market Size
Chapter 3 Market Overview
Overview
Major Issues Confronting the EMI/RFI Market
Macroeconomic Factors Impacting Market
Economic Growth and Post-Pandemic Impact on the Market
Electromagnetic Compliance
Electronic Standards
Purpose of EMC Standards/Regulations
Basic Concepts
Compliance Testing and Certification
Regulatory and Standards Bodies and Directives
The Federal Communications Commission Requirements
Other Environmental Regulations
Extended EMC Regulations
Chapter 4 Market Dynamics
Market Drivers
Advancement of Telecom Networks Will Increase EMI/RFI Shielding Demand
EMI/RFI Shielding Solutions for Defense and Aerospace Applications
Rising Demand for EMI/RFI Protection for Medical Devices and Equipment
Rising Adoption of Electric Vehicles and Increasing Percentage of Electronic Content per Vehicle
Market Challenges
Trade-Off Between Miniaturization and EMI/RFI Shielding of Various Electronic Devices
Environmental Issues Regarding Disposal of Electronic Items
Complexities of Global Testing and Certifications
Market Trends and Opportunities
Rising Demand for Cloud Services Due to Growth in Data Center Interconnect
Environmentally Friendly EMI/RFI Materials
Recycling
Chapter 5 EMI/RFI: Basic Concepts
Symbols and Terminology
Electromagnetic Energy
Radiation
Conduction
Impedance
Electrostatic Discharge
Electromagnetic Fields
Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference
Definitions and Ranges
Chapter 6 Shielding Mechanisms
Overview
Background
EMI Shielding Overview
Shielding Effectiveness
Attenuation
Electromagnetic Compatibility
EM Control
Shielding Performance
Absorption
Reflectance
Permeability
Galvanic Corrosion and Metals Compatibility
Relationship between Conductivity and Resistivity
Effects of EMI/RFI and Static Electricity
Importance of Radio Frequency Ranges
Controlling EMI/RFI Background
Chapter 7 Shielding Technologies and Materials
Overview
Metallization Processes Overview
Metallization Materials
Shielding Effectiveness Overview, by Coating Type
Conductive Plastics
Background
Formulation Options
Conductive Plastics
Dielectric Properties of Plastics
Techniques for Making Plastics Conductive
Conductive Material Types
Functions
Conductive Additive Selection
Conductivity Tests
Advantages and Disadvantages of Conductive Plastics
Compounding Conductive Plastics
Companies Producing Conductive Plastics
Conductive Plastic Additives
Carbon Nanotubes
Conductive Films
Companies Operating in Conductive Films
Recent Developments in Conductive Films
Inherently Conductive Polymers
Polyanilines
Prospects
Conductivities of ICPs Compared with That of Metals, Semiconductors and Insulators
Processing Options
Recent EMI Shielding Developments
Conductive Elastomers
Technology and Applications Related to EMI
Recent Developments
Conductive Coatings
Background
Electrically Conductive Coating Applications
EMI Shielding Compounds Compared with Other Conductive Coatings
Conductive Coating Issues
Comparison of Conductive Coatings
Performance of Alternate Conductive Coatings
Advantages and Disadvantages
Coating Binders
Solvent-Based versus Waterborne Conductive Coatings
Copper, Nickel and Silver Usage
Electroplated Coatings
Recent Developments
Electroless Plating
Overview
Measuring Shielding Effectiveness
Direct Plate
Companies Involved in Electroless Plating
Environmental Issues with Electroless Plating
Military Specifications
Other Specifications
Recent Developments
Vacuum Metallization
Background
Technology
Advantages and Disadvantages
Industry Test Methods
Vacuum Metallization Processes
Companies Involved in Vacuum Metallizing
Conductive Paints
Copper
Silver
Nickel
Technologies Involved
Solvent Versus Waterborne
Paint Thicknesses
Other Variables
Conductive Paint Application
Shielding Performance
Conductive Painted Plastics
Conductive Paint Specifying Industries
Selected Technical Advances in Conductive Paint Technology
Globally Accessible Infrastructure to Support Programs
Common Painted Plastics
Thermal Spray
Technology
Advantages and Disadvantages
Improvements in the Process
International Thermal Spray Association
Laminates, Metallized Foils and Tapes
Flexible Foil Laminates
Adhesive Metal Tapes
Fabric Tapes
Ferrites
Background
Properties
Choosing Ferrites for EMI Suppression
Ferrite Shapes and Applications
Companies Marketing Soft Ferrites
Recent Development
Performance Comparisons
EMC Shielding and End-User Requirements
Chapter 8 Shielding Components
Gaskets
Technology
Essential Features When Evaluating EMI Gaskets
Properties
Selecting Gasket Types
Gasket Types by Material
Technical and Commercial Considerations
Installation Costs
Shielding Gaskets for Higher Frequencies
Testing
Design Considerations for Gaskets in EMI Shielding
Filters
Additional Technical Information
Guidelines for Filter Selection
Applications
Lossy Line or Dissipative Filters
Connectors and Cables
Cable Construction
EMI Cable Shielding and Absorbing Materials
Windows
Materials
Shielding Performance
Material Advantages and Disadvantages
Maintenance and Performance Issues
Enclosures
Challenges
Technology Issues
Aesthetics
Shielding of Apertures
EMI Leakage
Advantages and Disadvantages
Enclosure Design Considerations
Summing Up the Issues of EMI and Shielded Enclosures
Architectural Shielding
Background
Shielded Room Construction Types
Components
Other Shielding Components
Braids
Foil Shields
Adhesives
Chapter 9 Quantitative Aspects of EMI/RFI Materials and Technologies Market