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Based on technology, the optical coatings market is segmented as vacum deposition, e- beam evaporation, sputtering process, ion-assisted deposition. Vacum deposition held a majority market value of USD 3.6 billion in 2022. Vacuum deposition techniques, such as physical vapor deposition (PVD) and chemical vapor deposition (CVD), offer precise control over film thickness, composition, and uniformity. This level of precision is essential in producing coatings with specific optical properties for various applications. Moreover, an increasing usage will further accelerate the segmental growth.
Based on function, the optical coatings market is segmented as anti-reflection coatings, high-reflective coatings, beam splitters, filter coatings, conductive coatings. Anti reflection coatings held a dominant market share of around 40% in 2022 and is expected to grow at a lucrative pace through 2032. AR coatings reduce reflection and improve light transmission, making them essential for optical systems, displays, and lenses where maximum light throughput is crucial. AR coatings reduce glare and ghost images in eyewear, cameras, and other optical devices, providing clearer and more vibrant images.
Based on application, the optical coatings market is segmented as consumer electronics, optics and photonic devices, aerospace and defense, automotive, solar energy, telecommunications. Consumer electronics held a dominant market share in 2022 and is anticipated to grow at 6.8% CAGR till 2032. The demand for optical coatings in display technologies, such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and televisions, is driven by the need for anti-reflective coatings, glare reduction, and color enhancement. Thus, the high-quality services and growing usage of Optical coatings are anticipated to expedite the business growth.
U.S. dominated the North American region with majority optical coatings market share and a revenue of USD 2.8 billion in 2022 and is anticipated to expand at a significant pace from 2023-2032. North America is a significant consumer electronics market, and optical coatings play a crucial role in enhancing the performance and visual experience of devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and televisions. The demand for high-quality displays and screens drives the need for advanced optical coatings.