RF Filter Market Expected to Reach $48.1 Billion by 2031—Allied Market Research

According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “RF Filter Market," The rf filter market was valued at $10.5 billion in 2021, and is estimated to reach $48.1 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 16.6% from 2022 to 2031.

The 5G technology operates at higher frequencies than previous wireless technologies and requires more advanced filtering technologies to ensure the performance and reliability of the network. RF filters are essential components in wireless communication systems, as they prevent unwanted signals and interference from entering the system, allowing for clearer and more reliable communication. In 5G networks, the higher frequencies used for communication require more advanced filtering technologies, which has led to an increase in demand for RF filters. Moreover, 5G technology has several applications that require RF filters, including autonomous vehicles, smart cities, and the Internet of Things (IoT). These applications require reliable and high-speed communication, which is only possible with advanced RF power filter technologies. The deployment of 5G technology is expected to drive the growth of the RF filter market.

However, some of the disadvantages of radio frequency filter include its regulatory requirements. These regulations are in place to ensure that electronic devices do not emit harmful electromagnetic radiation and do not interfere with other electronic devices. In addition to EMC and EMI regulations, there are other regulatory requirements that RF filter manufacturers must comply with, such as safety standards, environmental regulations, and import/export regulations. These regulations can vary by country, making it challenging for companies that operate in multiple regions to stay in compliance. These factors are projected to hinder the market growth during the forecast period.

The RF filters market is expected to grow significantly in the upcoming years due to the advancements in technology. Miniaturized and high-frequency filters are in high demand due to the increase in use of wireless technologies such as 5G, IoT, and Wi-Fi, in various industries such as telecommunications, automotive, aerospace, and defense.  This has also led to the development of more advanced filter designs, such as distributed filters and tunable filters, which can be used in a wide range of applications. The adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies, such as 3D printing, has also enabled manufacturers to produce complex filter designs more efficiently and cost-effectively. These factors are anticipated to boost the market growth in the upcoming years.

The RF filters market share is segmented on the basis of voltage, application, and region. By voltage, it is classified into SAW filter, and BAW filter. By application, it is classified into navigation, radio broadcast, TV broadcast, mobile phone communication, satellite communication, aerospace and defense, and others. By region, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.

The key players profiled in the RF filter market analysis report includes NXP Semiconductors N.V., Analog Devices, Inc., STMicroelectronics, Murata Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Broadcom Inc., Anatech Electronics, Inc., K&L Microwave, RS Microwave Company, Inc., API Technologies, and Bird Technologies. 

The report offers a comprehensive analysis of the global RF filter market trends by thoroughly studying different aspects of the market including major segments, market statistics, market dynamics, regional market outlook, investment opportunities, and top players working towards the growth of the market. The report also highlights the present scenario and upcoming trends & developments that are contributing toward the growth of the market. Moreover, restraints and challenges that hold power to obstruct the market growth are also profiled in the report along with the Porter’s five forces analysis of the market to elucidate factors such as competitive landscape, bargaining power of buyers and suppliers, threats of new players, and emergence of substitutes in the market.

Impact of COVID-19 on the Global RF Filter Industry

• The COVID-19 pandemic has had a mixed impact on the RF filter market growth. There have been severe disruptions in the delivery of raw materials, components, and completed goods owing to the pandemic's impact on supply chains all over the world.
• The pandemic has raised demand for medical equipment such as ventilators, telemedicine equipment, and remote patient monitoring systems. Since many of these systems include RF filters, RF filter producers now have access to a new market.
• The COVID-19 pandemic impacted almost all industries. The RF filters producing companies had to cease their operations owing to import-export restrictions, lockdown imposed across several countries, shortage of labor.
• Social distancing norms, closed borders, and production constraints, due to the pandemic, across various countries such as China, India, and the U.S. have affected the global market

Key Findings of the Study

• Based on voltage, the SAW filter sub-segment accounted for the largest RF filter market size 2021 and the BAW filter sub-segment is anticipated to be the fastest growing during the forecast period
• Based on application, the mobile phone communication sub-segment held largest RF filter market share in 2021 and the aerospace and defense sub-segment is predicted to show the fastest growth in the upcoming years
• Based on region, the North America market registered the highest market share in 2021 and is projected to maintain its  position during the forecast period