DC Solar Cable Market Size - By Conductor, By Application, Analysis, Share, & Forecast, 2025 - 2034

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Published Date: December 2024
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DC Solar Cable Market Size

The global DC solar cable market was valued at USD 1.9 billion in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR 8.5% from 2025 to 2034 due to the shift towards renewable energy sources and the increase in funding for solar energy power plant installations. DC solar cables are now in high demand as photovoltaic (PV) systems, which are being adopted by households, merchants, and utility companies. These cables, which carry Direct Current (DC) electricity from solar panels to inverters, are constructed to maintain an ideal voltage level so as to minimize the loss of energy as well as protect the overall system.
 

DC Solar Cable Market

Technological improvements include new materials that provide better insulation and protection against weather, that raises the working life and efficiency of cables and accelerates market growth. Government initiatives and policies championing clean energy, especially in the Asia-Pacific, North America, and European regions, are moderating solar installations, which are positive opportunities for cable makers. In addition, the push towards zero net emissions and more off-grid solar applications in remote places are advancing the market, making it an essential part of the renewable energy ecosystem.

DC Solar Cable Market Trends

Utility-scale solar projects drive the need for new high-capacity DC solar cables, growing this market significantly. In countries including India, China, and the U.S., where there is rapid construction of solar farms, there are tremendous opportunities for cable manufacturers. These cable manufacturers are working on new product lines with improved insulation, flame retardant properties, and UV protection. Safety standards will be set by the usage of halogen free and low smoke materials for the solar installations. Transmission loss reduction is another important parameter being addressed by the design of new solar cables, which provides even more reasons to the manufacturers of photovoltaic (PV) systems to use these cables. The overall goal of the industry - increasing the energy output and efficiency of the system is also addressed through the optimization of the PV system performance.
 

Costs effective and strong DC solar cables designed to survive specific conditions are in even greater demand due to the increasing number of countries from Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia adapting solar technologies to improve energy access in the region. The use of batteries combined with solar power systems is becoming more common, drawing attention to cables capable of drawing high voltage direct current (HVDC) power, increasing their use in hybrid solar systems.
 

DC Solar Cable Market Analysis

DC Solar Cable Market Size, By Conductor, 2022 - 2034 (USD Billion)

The conductor copper component in the DC solar cables industry is projected to exceed USD 4 billion in value by 2034 owing to its high electrical conductivity, high thermal stability, and high endurance. Because of the low energy loss experienced during transmitting power, copper cables are efficient in use with direct current (DC) photovoltaic (PV) systems. The ability of these cables to operate at high temperature and resist corrosion makes them very reliable under such harsh conditions. Also, the increasing investment in utility-scale solar projects that rely on copper conductors for their superior performance and long life is creating new opportunities for the industry.
 

DC Solar Cable Market Share, By Application, 2024

The industrial segment of the DC solar cable market is anticipated to have a CAGR of more than 8.2% by the year 2034, by virtue of the increasing adoption of large solar power plants in the industrial and manufacturing sectors. Industries are focusing more on renewable energy sources to cut down on carbon production and reach sustainability goals, thus the demand for effective and sustainable DC solar cables gets even stronger. Also, the expansion of industrial solar installations is additionally facilitated by increasing costs of energy as well as government policies encouraging clean energy usage in the mining, chemical, and heavy manufacturing industries. These industries require high strength cables with good performance characteristics, capable of withstanding large voltage and current loads.
 

U.S. DC Solar Cable Market Size, 2022 - 2034, (USD Million)

The U.S. DC solar cable market is expected to exceed USD 410 million by 2034 on the account of an increasing number of solar power installations in residential and commercial buildings as well as utility plants. Both federal and state governments are subsidizing the adoption of solar energy by offering ITC tax credits, which is raising the demand for high-quality and robust DC solar cables. Moreover, the U.S. government’s goal of carbon neutrality and its investment in renewable energy infrastructure is driving the widespread adoption of PV systems in the country. This, in turn, increases the installed capacity of solar plants and the coupled DERs and energy storage units, creating an augmented demand for high quality DC solar cables compatible with modern energy system complexities.
 

As the DC solar cables in utility and distributed scale projects are in high demand, China, the world’s largest solar market, plays a significant role in this regard. All of these developments further add impetus to renewable energy targets set by India. The substantial industrialization and urbanization of the Asia Pacific increases demand for energy. There are investments being made in the DC solar cable infrastructure to meet this demand sustainably. There are incentives, tax and regulatory benefits being offered in the region for the installation of solar facilities which further increases investments in solar technologies from the region as well as around the globe.
 

DC Solar Cable Market Share

Prysmian Group and Belden Inc. are the pioneers in the market for DC solar cables and take advantage of a number of strategic and operational advantages. These companies are specialists in the design, manufacture and supply of power and DC solar cables, as well as low, medium and high voltage cables tailored for various industrial, renewable energy and infrastructure projects. Their strong focus on innovation through R&D, Prysmian and Belden have successfully has maintained their market positions.
 

DC Solar Cable Market Companies

Major players operating in the DC solar cables industry are:

  • Alpha Wire
  • Allied Wire and Cable
  • Belden
  • Fujikura
  • Furukawa Electric
  • General Cable
  • Havells
  • Helukabel
  • Hellenic Group
  • Kabelwerk Eupen
  • KEI Industries
  • Lapp Group
  • Leoni
  • LS Cable and System
  • Nexans
  • Northwire
  • Polycab
  • Prysmian Group
  • RR Kabel
  • Southwire Company
  • TE Connectivity
     

DC Solar Cable Industry News

  • In January 2023, Nexans initiated together with TriMet a joint development project for the creation of a material that can be used for the production of aluminum rods for electric cables, incorporating recycled aluminum. They are both concerned with the carbon footprint since the product is able to satisfy the technical requirements on the mechanical properties and conductivity of the alloy.
     

This DC solar cable market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of ‘USD Million’ and ‘’000 Tonnes’ from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

Market, By Conductor

  • Copper
  • Aluminum
  • Others

Market, By Application

  • Residential
  • Commercial
  • Industrial

The above information has been provided for the following countries across the region:

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • UK
    • France
    • Germany
    • Italy
    • Russia
    • Spain
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Australia
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Turkey
    • South Africa
    • Egypt
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina

 

Authors: Ankit Gupta, Utkarsh Mahajan
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Key players in the industry include Alpha Wire, Allied Wire and Cable, Belden, Fujikura, Furukawa Electric, General Cable, Havells, Helukabel, Hellenic Group, Kabelwerk Eupen, KEI Industries, Lapp Group, Leoni, LS Cable and System, Nexans, Northwire, Polycab, Prysmian Group, RR Kabel, Southwire Company, and TE Connectivity.
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