Thick Film Heater Market Size, Share, Opportunities, And Trends By Type (Metal Thick Film Heater, Ceramic Thick Film Heater), By End-User (Automotive, Medical, Industrial, Aerospace, Others), And By Geography - Forecasts From 2023 To 2028

  • Published : Sep 2023
  • Report Code : KSI061615298
  • Pages : 142

The thick film heater market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.44% during the forecast period.

A thick film heater is a type of heating element used in various industries for applications that require efficient and rapid heating. These heaters are made by depositing a thick layer of resistive ink on a substrate, typically made of ceramics or metals, using screen printing or other deposition techniques. They offer several advantages over traditional heating elements, including high power density, rapid heating and cooling, and precise temperature control. The thick film heater market has been experiencing significant growth in recent years due to the increasing demand for energy-efficient heating solutions across various industries. The market is driven by factors such as the growing adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles, the rise in demand for advanced heating solutions in the healthcare sector, and the increasing use of thick film heaters in industrial processes such as packaging and electronics.

The thick film heater market is driven by increasing demand for food and beverage processing equipment and increasing demand for electric heating in developing countries

  • Increasing demand for food and beverage processing equipment

The food and beverage processing industry requires heating solutions for various processes such as cooking, pasteurization, and drying. Thick film heaters are an ideal choice for such applications due to their high efficiency and precise temperature control, which is expected to drive their adoption in this industry.

  • Increasing demand for electric heating in developing countries

The growing demand for electric heating solutions in developing countries such as India and China is expected to drive the adoption of thick film heaters in these regions. Thick film heaters are a cost-effective and efficient heating solution that can meet the heating needs of these regions, which can drive their adoption during the forecast period.

The metal thick film heater segment will witness robust growth over the forecast period. 

Metal thick film heaters are one of the most common types of thick film heaters, and they are made of a metal layer printed on a substrate. The metal layer can be made of a variety of materials, including copper, silver, nickel, and gold. Copper-based thick film heaters are widely used in various applications, including industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics. Copper-based heaters are known for their high thermal conductivity and resistance to corrosion, which makes them ideal for high-temperature applications. In addition, copper-based heaters have a high degree of flexibility, which enables them to be used in a variety of shapes and sizes. Silver-based thick film heaters are used in applications that require high levels of thermal conductivity and low electrical resistance. They are commonly used in medical devices, automotive applications, and aerospace applications. Silver-based heaters are also known for their high reliability and durability, which makes them a popular choice for critical applications.

North America accounted for a significant share of the global thick film heater market.

Based on geography, the thick film heater market is segmented into North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and Asia Pacific. North America is a significant region in the thick film heater market. The region has a well-established and technologically advanced industrial sector that requires efficient and reliable heating solutions. Additionally, the region's cold climate creates a high demand for heating equipment and systems, including thick film heaters. The automotive industry in the region is a significant consumer of thick film heaters due to the increasing demand for electric and hybrid vehicles, which require battery conditioning and cabin heating solutions. The aerospace industry also demands high-performance heating components, including thick film heaters, for various applications such as cockpit heating, de-icing, and engine preheating. Furthermore, the electronics industry in North America is a leading user of thick film heaters for applications such as temperature control of semiconductor processing equipment, printing, and curing. The healthcare industry also creates demand for thick film heaters for various medical applications such as blood diagnostics, fluid warming, and patient warming systems.

Market Developments:

  • In March 2022, Datec Coating Corporation launched a fresh range of high-temperature thick film heaters that are printed on stainless steel, providing a low profile, rapid ramp-up time, and elevated temperatures suitable for various applications, including steaming and cooking. These heaters have a high watt density of more than 200 W/sq in+, allowing for quick heating and cooling to enable thermal cycling.

Thick Film Heater Market Scope:

Report Metric Details
Growth Rate CAGR of 7.44% from 2021 to 2028
Base Year 2021
Forecast Period 2023 – 2028
Forecast Unit (Value) USD Billion
Segments Covered Type, End-User, and Geography
Regions Covered North America, South America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific
Companies Covered Ferro Techniek BV, Heraeus Holding, Sino-Japan Electric Heater Co., Ltd., Ohmite Mfg Co, EGO, Chromalox, Watlow, Thermo Heating Elements, LLC, Heatron, Inc, MIDAS MICROELECTRONICS CORP
Customization Scope Free report customization with purchase

Market Segmentation:

  • BY TYPE
    • Metal Thick Film Heater
    • Ceramic Thick Film Heater
  • BY END-USER
    • Automotive
    • Healthcare
    • Manufacturing
    • Aerospace
    • Others
  • BY GEOGRAPHY
    • North America
      • USA
      • Canada
      • Mexico
    • South America
      • Brazil
      • Argentina
      • Others
    • Europe
      • Germany
      • France
      • United Kingdom
      • Spain
      • Others
    • Middle East And Africa
      • Saudi Arabia
      • UAE
      • Israel
      • Others
    • Asia Pacific
      • China
      • Japan
      • India
      • South Korea
      • Taiwan
      • Others

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The global thick film heater market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.44% during the forecast period.
Prominent key market players in the thick film heater market include Ferro Techniek BV, Heraeus Holding, Sino-Japan Electric Heater Co., Ltd., Ohmite Mfg Co, and EGO, among others.
The thick film heater market has been segmented by type, end-user, and geography.
The thick film heater market is driven by increasing demand for food and beverage processing equipment and increasing demand for electric heating in developing countries.
North America accounted for a significant share of the thick film heater market.

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. Market Overview

1.2. Market Definition

1.3. Scope of the Study

1.4. Market Segmentation

1.5. Currency

1.6. Assumptions

1.7. Base, and Forecast Years Timeline

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY  

2.1. Research Data

2.2. Research Process

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

3.1. Research Highlights

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

4.1. Market Drivers

4.2. Market Restraints

4.3. Porter’s Five Force Analysis

4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers

4.3.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers

4.3.3. Threat of New Entrants

4.3.4. Threat of Substitutes

4.3.5. Competitive Rivalry in the Industry

4.4. Industry Value Chain Analysis

5. THICK FILM HEATER MARKET BY TYPE 

5.1. Introduction

5.2. Metal Thick Film Heater 

5.3. Ceramic Thick Film Heater 

6. THICK FILM HEATER MARKET BY END-USER

6.1. Introduction

6.2. Automotive

6.3. Healthcare

6.4. Manufacturing 

6.5. Aerospace 

6.6. Others

7. THICK FILM HEATER MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY

7.1. Introduction 

7.2. North America

7.2.1. USA

7.2.2. Canada

7.2.3. Mexico

7.3. South America

7.3.1. Brazil

7.3.2. Argentina

7.3.3. Others

7.4. Europe

7.4.1. Germany

7.4.2. France

7.4.3. United Kingdom

7.4.4. Spain

7.4.5. Others

7.5. Middle East And Africa

7.5.1. Saudi Arabia

7.5.2. UAE

7.5.3. Israel

7.5.4. Others

7.6. Asia Pacific

7.6.1. China

7.6.2. Japan

7.6.3. India

7.6.4. South Korea

7.6.5. Taiwan

7.6.6. Others

8. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS

8.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis

8.2. Market Share Analysis

8.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations

8.4. Vendor Competitiveness Matrix

9. COMPANY PROFILES

9.1. Ferro Techniek BV

9.2. Heraeus Holding

9.3. Sino-Japan Electric Heater Co., Ltd.

9.4. Ohmite Mfg Co

9.5. EGO

9.6. Chromalox

9.7. Watlow

9.8. Thermo Heating Elements, LLC

9.9. Heatron, Inc

9.10. MIDAS MICROELECTRONICS CORP.


Ferro Techniek BV

Heraeus Holding

Sino-Japan Electric Heater Co., Ltd.

Ohmite Mfg Co

EGO

Chromalox

Watlow

Thermo Heating Elements, LLC

Heatron, Inc

MIDAS MICROELECTRONICS CORP.