1 Introduction (Page No. – 17)
1.1 Study Objectives
1.2 Market Definition & Scope
1.2.1 Inclusions and Exclusions
1.3 Scope
1.3.1 Markets Covered
1.3.2 Years Considered
1.4 Currency
1.5 Limitations
1.6 Market Stakeholders
2 Research Methodology (Page No. – 22)
2.1 Research Data
2.1.1 Secondary Data
2.1.1.1 Secondary Sources
2.1.2 Primary Data
2.1.2.1 Primary Sources
2.1.2.2 Key Industry Insights
2.1.2.3 Breakdown of Primaries
2.2 Market Size Estimation
2.2.1 Bottom-Up Approach
2.2.1.1 Approach for Capturing Market Size By Bottom-Up Analysis(Demand Side)
2.2.2 Top-Down Approach
2.2.2.1 Approach for Capturing Market Share By Top-Down Analysis (Supply Side)
2.3 Market Breakdown and Data Triangulation
2.4 Research Assumptions
3 Executive Summary (Page No. – 30)
4 Premium Insights (Page No. – 34)
4.1 Attractive Growth Opportunities in Silicon Carbide Market
4.2 Market, By Device and Application
4.3 Market, By Country
4.4 Market, By Region
5 Market Overview (Page No. – 36)
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Market Dynamics
5.2.1 Drivers
5.2.1.1 Growing Demand for SiC Devices in Power Electronics Industry
5.2.1.2 SiC-Based Devices Facilitate Size-Reduction
5.2.1.3 Increasing Government, Private Organizations, Research Institutes, and Industry Players Investments to Increase SiC Production
5.2.2 Restraints
5.2.2.1 High Material and Fabrication Cost
5.2.3 Opportunities
5.2.3.1 Rising Demand for Electric Vehicle (EV) Motors
5.2.3.2 Growing Demand From Automotive and Power Devices Industries
5.2.4 Challenges
5.2.4.1 SiC Power Devices Material Defects, Designing, and Packaging Issues
5.3 Value Chain Analysis
6 Silicon Carbide Market, By Device (Page No. – 41)
6.1 Introduction
6.2 SiC Discrete Device
6.2.1 SiC Diode
6.2.1.1 High Adoption of SiC Diode in Commercial Products Accelerates Market Growth
6.2.2 SIC MOSFET
6.2.2.1 High Adoption of SIC MOSFET in Automotive Vertical Accelerates Market Growth
6.2.3 SiC Module
6.2.3.1 High Adoption of SiC Modules in High-Frequency Operations Accelerates Market Growth
6.3 SiC Bare Die
7 Silicon Carbide Market, By Wafer Size (Page No. – 51)
7.1 Introduction
7.2 2 Inch
7.2.1 2-Inch Silicon Carbide Wafers are Used in Low-Power Semiconductor Devices
7.3 4 Inch
7.3.1 Market for 4-Inch Silicon Carbide Wafers Held Largest Share in 2019
7.4 6 Inch and Above
7.4.1 Market for 6-Inch and Above Silicon Carbide Wafers to Grow at the Highest CAGR During Forecast Period
8 Silicon Carbide Market, By Application (Page No. – 55)
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Power Grid Devices
8.2.1 Deployment of SiC Devices to Improve Distribution and Efficient Usage of Electric Power Spur Growth of Market
8.3 Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTs)
8.3.1 Utilizing Silicon Carbide in FACTs to Reduce Power Losses Propels Market Growth
8.4 High-Voltage Direct Current Systems (HVCD)
8.4.1 Increasing Deployment of HVDC Systems to Ensure Efficiency of Power Transmission Spurs Growth of Market
8.5 Power Supplies and Inverters
8.5.1 Deployment of SiC Devices in Ups and Inverters to Improve Power Efficiency Fostering Growth of Market
8.6 RF Devices & Cellular Base Stations
8.6.1 Increasing Number of Mobile Users and Functions Increases Number of Cellular Base Stations and RF Devices
8.7 Lighting Control Systems
8.7.1 Silicon Carbide is Reliable Semiconductor Material for Developing Durable Led
8.8 Industrial Motor Drives
8.8.1 Use of SiC Modules in Industrial Motors That Find Applications in Food and Chemical Processing Plants Boost Market Growth
8.9 Flame Detectors
8.9.1 Human Safety Increases Demand for Flame Detectors Fuel Growth of Market
8.10 EV Motor Drives
8.10.1 Replacament of Si-Based Devices By SiC-Based Semiconductor Devices to Drive Market Growth
8.11 EV Charging Stations
8.11.1 Increase in Number of Electric Vehicle Increases the Establishment of EV Charging Stations
8.12 Electronic Combat Systems
8.12.1 Capability to Operate at High Temperature With High Switching Frequency Increases use of Silicon Carbide
8.13 Wind Turbines
8.13.1 Deployment of SiC Devices to Reduce Energy Losses and Cost is Expected to Boost Market
8.14 Solar Power Systems
8.14.1 Increase in use of SiC Devices in Solar Power Systems is Propelling Market Growth
8.15 Others
8.15.1 Silicon Carbide is Widely Adopted in Astronomical, Nuclear, and Pyrometer Applications Owing to Superior Properties
9 Silicon Carbide Market, By Vertical (Page No. – 72)
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Energy & Power
9.2.1 Growing Demand for Less Power Wastage Devices in Energy & Power Segment is Supporting Market Growth
9.3 Automotive
9.3.1 Electric Vehicles and Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) are Among Major Growth Segments
9.4 Renewable Power Generation
9.4.1 Increasing Number of Solar Power Plants Worldwide to Augment Demand for Silicon Carbide
9.5 Defense
9.5.1 Ruggedness and Ability to Operate in Harsh Environment Increases Demand for SiC Devices in Defense Sector
9.6 Power Electronics
9.6.1 Increasing Importance on Reducing Cost and Size and Increasing Efficiency to Fuel Market
9.7 Telecommunication
9.7.1 Rise in Deployment of SiC Power Devices in Telecommunication Sector to Improve Communication Infrastructure Performance
9.8 Others
9.8.1 Growing Need to Achieve Power- and Mass-Related Benefits in Different Projects Accelerates Growth of Market
10 Different Types of Silicon Carbide Crystal Structures (Page No. – 78)
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Zinc Blende (3C-SiC)
10.3 Wurtzite (4H-SiC)
10.4 Wurtzite (6H-SiC)
10.5 Rhombohedral (15R-SiC)
11 Geographic Analysis (Page No. – 79)
11.1 Introduction
11.2 North America
11.2.1 US
11.2.1.1 Presence of Key Players and Increase in Production and Sale of Electric Vehicles to Boost Market Growth in US
11.2.2 Canada
11.2.2.1 Development of New Electric and Hybrid Electric Vehicles and Their Charging Stations is Expected to Drive Canadian Market Growth
11.2.3 Mexico
11.2.3.1 Increased Industrial & Manufacturing Facilities and Wide Distribution Network in Mexico to Propel Market Growth
11.3 Europe
11.3.1 UK
11.3.1.1 Increasing use of Silicon Carbide for Wind Turbines Application Contributed to Growth of Market
11.3.2 Germany
11.3.2.1 Market for Silicon Carbide in Germany to Grow at Highest CAGR During Forecast Period
11.3.3 Italy
11.3.3.1 Efforts of Universities and Manufacturers in Italy Led to Growth of Market During Forecast Period
11.3.4 Rest of Europe
11.3.4.1 Emerging Economy, Increasing Infrastructure Facilities, and Funding Contributes to Growth of Market in Rest of Europe
11.4 APAC
11.4.1 China
11.4.1.1 Mass Production of Electric Vehicles Lead China to Dominate Market During Forecast Period
11.4.2 Japan
11.4.2.1 Presence of Major Key Players and Ongoing HVDC Projects to Increase Demand for Silicon Carbide in Japan
11.4.3 South Korea
11.4.3.1 Focus on Development of Electric Vehicles in South Korea to Accelerate Demand for Silicon Carbide
11.4.4 Rest of APAC
11.4.4.1 Economic Growth and Favorable Market Conditions Fueling Growth of Market in Rest of APAC
11.5 RoW
11.5.1 Middle East & Africa
11.5.1.1 Ongoing Investments in Defense Industry and Presence of Solar Plants in Region Support Growth of Market
11.5.2 South America
11.5.2.1 Large Number of Wind Farms in Region Would Fuel South American Market Growth
12 Competitive Landscape (Page No. – 98)
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Market Ranking Analysis of Players in Silicon Carbide Market, 2019
12.3 Competitive Leadership Mapping
12.3.1 Visionary Leaders
12.3.2 Dynamic Differentiators
12.3.3 Innovators
12.3.4 Emerging Companies
12.4 Competitive Scenario
12.4.1 Product Launches and Developments
12.4.2 Expansions
12.4.3 Partnerships, Agreements, Collaborations, and Contracts
12.4.4 Acquisitions
13 Company Profiles (Page No. – 106)
13.1 Introduction
(Business Overview, Products Offered, Recent Developments, SWOT Analysis, MnM View)*
13.2 Key Players
13.2.1 Infineon Technologies AG
13.2.2 CREE, Inc.
13.2.3 ROHM Co., Ltd.
13.2.4 STMicroelectronics N.V.
13.2.5 Fuji Electric Co., Ltd.
13.2.6 ON Semiconductor
13.2.7 General Electric Company
13.2.8 Toshiba Corporation
13.2.9 Renesas Electronics Corporation
13.2.10 Microchip Technology Incorporated
13.2.11 UnitedSiC
13.2.12 SEMIKRON
13.2.13 Ascatron
13.2.14 GeneSiC Semiconductor Inc.
13.2.15 Powerex Inc.
*Details on Business Overview, Products Offered, Recent Developments, SWOT Analysis, MnM View Might Not be Captured in Case of Unlisted Companies.
14 Appendix (Page No. – 137)
14.1 Discussion Guide
14.2 Knowledge Store: Marketsandmarkets’ Subscription Portal
14.3 Available Customizations
14.4 Related Reports
14.5 Author Details
List of Tables (67 Tables)
Table 1 Silicon Carbide Market, By Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 2 Market, By Device, 2017–2025 (Million Units)
Table 3 Market for SiC Discrete Device, By Type, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 4 Market for SiC Discrete Device, By Type, 2017–2025 (Million Units)
Table 5 Market for SiC Discrete Device, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 6 Market for SiC Discrete Device, By Application, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 7 Market for SiC Diode, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 8 Market for SiC Diode, By Application, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 9 Market for SIC MOSFET, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 10 Market for SIC MOSFET, By Application, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 11 Market for SiC Module, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 12 Market for SiC Module, By Application, 2017–2025 (USD Thousand)
Table 13 Market for SiC Bare Die, By Type, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 14 Market for SiC Bare Die, By Type, 2017–2025 (Million Units)
Table 15 Market, By Wafer Size, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 16 Market, By Wafer Size, 2017–2025 (Thousand Units)
Table 17 Market, By Wafer Size, 2017–2025 (Thousand Square Inch)
Table 18 Silicon Carbide Wafer Market, By SiC Device (SiC Diode and SIC MOSFET), 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 19 Silicon Carbide Wafer Market, By SiC Device (SiC Diode and SIC MOSFET), 2017–2025 (Thousand Units)
Table 20 Silicon Carbide Wafer Market, By SiC Device (SiC Diode and SIC MOSFET), 2017–2025 (Thousand Square Inch)
Table 21 Market, By Application, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 22 Market for Power Grid Devices, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 23 Market for Power Grid Devices, By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 24 Silicon Carbide Market for Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTs), By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 25 Market for Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTs), By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 26 Market for High-Voltage Direct Current Systems (HVDC), By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 27 Market for High-Voltage Direct Current Systems (HVDC), By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 28 Market for Power Supplies and Inverters, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 29 Market for Power Supplies and Inverters, By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 30 Market for RF Devices & Cellular Base Stations, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 31 Market for RF Devices & Cellular Base Stations, By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 32 Market for Lighting Control Systems, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 33 Market for Lighting Control Systems, By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 34 Market for Industrial Motor Drives, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 35 Market for Industrial Motor Drives, By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 36 Market for Flame Detectors, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 37 Market for EV Motor Drives, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 38 Market for EV Motor Drives, By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 39 Market for EV Charging Stations, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 40 Market for EV Charging Stations, By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 41 Market for Electronic Combat Systems, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 42 Market for Wind Turbines, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 43 Market for Wind Turbines, By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 44 Market for Solar Power Systems, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 45 Market for Solar Power Systems, By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 46 Market for Others, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 47 Market for Others, By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 48 Market, By Vertical, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 49 Market, By Vertical, 2017–2025 (Million Units)
Table 50 Market, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 51 Market, By Region, 2017–2025 (Million Unit)
Table 52 Market in North America, By Application, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 53 Silicon Carbide Market in North America, By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 54 Market in North America, By Country, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 55 Market in Europe, By Application, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 56 Market in Europe, By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 57 Market in Europe, By Country, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 58 Market in APAC, By Application, 2017–2025 (USD Thousand)
Table 59 Market in APAC, By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 60 Market in APAC, By Country, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 61 Market in RoW, By Application, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 62 Market in RoW, By SiC Discrete Device, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 63 Market in RoW, By Region, 2017–2025 (USD Million)
Table 64 Product Launches and Developments, 2017–2020
Table 65 Expansions, 2018–2019
Table 66 Partnerships, Agreements, Collaborations, and Contracts, 2017-2020
Table 67 Acquisitions, 2018-2019
List of Figures (45 Figures)
Figure 1 Silicon Carbide Market: Research Design
Figure 2 Market Size Estimation Methodology: Bottom-Up Approach
Figure 3 Market Size Estimation Methodology: Top-Down Approach
Figure 4 Data Triangulation
Figure 5 SiC Bare Die of Market is Expected to Grow at Highest CAGR During Forecast Period
Figure 6 6-Inch and Above Wafer Size of Market is Expected to Grow at Highest CAGR During Forecast Period
Figure 7 EV Motor Drives Application is Expected to Grow at Highest CAGR During Forecast Period
Figure 8 Automotive Vertical to Witness Highest CAGR in Market During 2020–2025
Figure 9 APAC is Expected to Dominate Market During Forecast Period
Figure 10 Rising Demand for SiC Device in Automotive Sector to Spur Market Growth During Forecast Period
Figure 11 SiC Discrete Device and Power Supplies and Inverters to be Largest Shareholders in Overall Market, By Device and Application, Respectively, in 2025
Figure 12 South Korea to Record Highest CAGR in Overall Silicon Carbide Market During Forecast Period
Figure 13 APAC to Record Largest Share in Overall Market During Forecast Period
Figure 14 SiliMarket: Drivers, Restraints, Opportunities, and Challenges
Figure 15 Value Chain of Market
Figure 16 Market, By Device
Figure 17 SiC Bare Die Segment of Market is Projected to Grow at Higher CAGR From 2020 to 2025
Figure 18 Schematic Representation of a SiC Schottky Diode Indicating Thick and Thin Wafers
Figure 19 Market, By Wafer Size
Figure 20 6 Inch and Above Segment of Market is Projected to Grow at Highest CAGR From 2020 to 2025
Figure 21 Market, By Application
Figure 22 EV Motor Drives Segment of Market is Projected to Grow at Highest CAGR From 2020 to 2025
Figure 23 SIC MOSFET Segment of SiC Discrete Devices for Industrial Motor Drives Application is Projected to Grow at Highest CAGR From 2020 to 2025
Figure 24 Market, By Vertical
Figure 25 Automotive Segment of Market is Projected to Grow at Highest CAGR From 2020 to 2025
Figure 26 Different Types of Silicon Carbide Crystal Structures
Figure 27 Geographic Analysis of Market
Figure 28 APAC to Witness Highest Growth During Forecast Period
Figure 29 North America: Market Snapshot
Figure 30 Europe: Market Snapshot
Figure 31 EV Motor Drives in Europe of Market to Witness Highest CAGR During Forecast Period
Figure 32 APAC: Market Snapshot
Figure 33 China in APAC to Witness Highest CAGR During Forecast Period
Figure 34 Companies Adopted Product Launches and Developments as Key Growth Strategy During, 2017–2020
Figure 35 Ranking of the Top 5 Players in the Market
Figure 36 Market (Global) Competitive Leadership Mapping, 2019
Figure 37 Market Evaluation Framework—Product Launches and Developments Fueled Growth and Innovation During, 2017-2019
Figure 38 Infineon Technologies AG: Company Snapshot
Figure 39 CREE, Inc.: Company Snapshot
Figure 40 ROHM Co., Ltd.: Company Snapshot
Figure 41 STMicroelectronics N.V.: Company Snapshot
Figure 42 Fuji Electric Co., Ltd.: Company Snapshot
Figure 43 ON Semiconductor: Company Snapshot
Figure 44 Toshiba Corporation: Company Snapshot
Figure 45 Microchip Technology Incorporated: Company Snapshot