Relative Humidity Sensor Market Outlook – 2027
The global relative humidity sensor market is experiencing significant growth and is expected to grow considerably in the next few years. Relative humidity sensor is a type of sensor that alters moisture present in bulk materials, gases, air, or soil into an electric output signal. This device is also known as a hygrometer, which updates the relative humidity in the air on a regular basis. It detects air temperature as well as air moisture.
These sensors consist of two metal plates with a non-conductive polymer film in-between them. This film absorbs moisture present in the air, which is responsible for causing minor fluctuations in the voltage between the two plates. Humidity sensors are extensively used in woodworking equipment, textile machineries, and printing & paper equipment for measuring humidity in the air.
The global relative humidity sensor market is segmented on the basis of type, end user, and region. Based on type, the relative humidity sensor market is divided into thermoplastic polymer, ceramic, and lithium chloride film. On the basis of end user, the market is segregated into automotive, pharmaceutical & healthcare, food & beverages, environmental, agriculture, industrial, building automation & domestic appliances, and others. Geographically, the market is analyzed across several regions such as North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America, Middle East & Africa (LAMEA).
Key players operating in the global relative humidity sensor industry include Bourns Inc., Denso Corporation, Freescale Semiconductor Inc., GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies, Custom Sensors & Technologies Inc., Hamamatsu Photonics KK, Hamlin Electronics LP, Hella KGaA Hueck & Co Melexis Microelectronic Integrated Systems N.V, Melexis Inc., Omron Corporation, OSRAM Opto Semiconductors GmbH, Robert Bosch GmbH, Aptina Imaging Corporation, Autoliv Inc., Continental AG, Corrsys-Datron Sensorsystem GmbH, CTS Corporation, BEI Sensors, Kavlico Corporation, Delphi Corporation, Hitachi Automotive Systems, Honeywell Sensing & Control, and Infineon Technologies North America Corp.
These companies have adopted several strategies such as product launches, partnerships, collaborations, mergers & acquisitions, and joint ventures to strengthen their foothold in the global market.
Top Impacting Factors
The number of cement, pharmaceutical, food processing, and printing industries, need for humidity sensors is increasing, which is driving the growth of the relative humidity sensor market. In addition, government regulations in the automotive sector as well as the rising demand for contactless humidity sensors are among the major factors that propels the relative humidity sensor market growth. However, technical challenges of humidity sensors may hinder the market growth during forecast period.
Furthermore, growing investments by relative humidity sensor manufacturers for miniaturization of the electronic devices and to bring advanced sensors are some of the factors expected to increase adoption of relative humidity sensor in the coming years. Some of the advantages of humidity sensors over conventional sensors, such as easy implementation, low power requirement, and betterment of transducer performance, including sensing elements, structure design, principle of mechanism, and fabrication technologies fuel the market growth.
Surge in Usage in Industrial Applications
Relative humidity sensors are mostly employed in domestic and industrial applications. They are mostly utilized in industries, such as refineries, chemical, and other industries, where furnaces are used. These sensors are also utilized in other industry applications, such as food processing, textile, and paper, to maintain the humidity present in the atmosphere. In addition, the market is driven by the adoption of relative humidity sensors in electronics & semiconductor and medical industries application where highly precise temperature & humidity control is needed.
Moreover, the usage of relative humidity sensor in agriculture for moisture content in soils and plants is also growing rapidly, which plays and an important role in the proper growth of the plant. Furthermore, innovative devices and technological advancements across various industries are anticipated to further drive the relative humidity sensor market growth.
Government Regulations in the Automotive Sector
Governments as well as the regulatory organizations across various countries are implementing emission control and safety standards, which require the installation of sensors such as humidity sensors in cars. Automotive manufacturing companies need to comply with such emission control and safety regulations set by authorities. This trend of government regulations is expected to boost the demand for relative humidity sensors.
Key Benefits of the Report
- This study presents the analytical depiction of the global relative humidity sensor market forecast along with the current trends and future estimations to determine the imminent investment pockets.
- The report presents information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities along with a detailed analysis of the global relative humidity sensor market share.
- The current market is quantitatively analyzed to highlight the global relative humidity sensor market trends and growth scenario.
- Porter’s five forces analysis illustrates the potency of buyers & suppliers in the market.
- The report provides a detailed relative humidity sensor market analysis based on competitive intensity and how the competition will take shape in the coming years.
COVID-19 Scenario Analysis
- The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has substantially flourished the healthcare industry. Most of the healthcare workers have formed high-functioning teams to respond to exponentially rising COVID-19 caseloads.
- The global lockdown, owing to the novel coronavirus has impacted the global supply chain. Various countries are taking initiatives and providing financial support to their domestic market players to help them strengthen their market position.
- Major humidity sensor manufacturers across the globe have halted their production activities due to disrupted supply of raw materials, such as ceramics and polymers, amid lockdown occurred due to the pandemic.
- The demand for humidity sensor is expected to decline during the pandemic as automotive and industrial manufacturing units across the globe have halted their production activities amid the lockdown. Hence, the pandemic is expected to have slightly negative impact on the relative humidity sensor market. However, post-pandemic will provide numerous opportunities for the market growth.
Questions Answered in the Relative Humidity Sensor Market Research Report
- Which are the leading market players active in the relative humidity sensor market?
- What would be the detailed impact of COVID-19 on the relative humidity sensor market size?
- How the current relative humidity sensor market trends that will influence the industry in the next few years?
- What are the driving factors, restraints, and opportunities of the global market?
- What are the projections for the future that would help in taking further strategic steps?
Relative Humidity Sensor Market Report Highlights
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 Key Market Players | NXP Semiconductors, Bosch Sensortec, E+E Elektronik, Panasonic Corporation, Vaisala, ABB Group, Siemens, Honeywell, Omron Corporation, TE Connectivity |
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