Lithography Equipment Market - By Technology (ArF, KrF, i-line, ArF Immersion, Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) Lithography), By Equipment, By Application (Advanced Packaging, MEMS Devices, LED Devices), By End-use Industry & Forecast, 2023 - 2032
Lithography Equipment Market size is poised to exhibit over 8% CAGR from 2023 to 2032 propelled by the rising demand for consumer electronics worldwide. With smartphones, tablets, wearables, and other electronic devices becoming integral to daily life, semiconductor manufacturers are striving to meet the escalating production needs. To that end, the push for smaller and more powerful devices is fueling innovations in lithography technology for meeting the high precision requirements of consumer electronics.
Furthermore, semiconductor manufacturers are focusing on developing cutting-edge lithography equipment with advanced technologies to offer enhanced precision, efficiency, and smaller feature sizes to meet the evolving demands of chip fabrication, further augmenting the industry outlook. For instance, in October 2023, Canon introduced the FPA-1200NZ2C nanoimprint lithography semiconductor production equipment to perform circuit pattern transfer.
The overall industry is segmented into technology, equipment, application, end-use industry, and region.
Based on equipment, the lithography equipment market from the optical lithography/photolithography segment is estimated to account for substantial revenue by 2032. Optical lithography is extensively used to create detailed patterns on semiconductor wafers, depending on precision optics and photomasks for projecting patterns onto photoresist-coated substrates. Despite the obstacles posed by miniaturization, this technology has gained prominence due to its cost-effectiveness and dependability. The continuous improvements in lens technology, resolution enhancement techniques, and lighting technologies will further propel the segment expansion.
In terms of application, the lithography equipment market from the advanced packaging segment is expected to witness over 10% growth rate between 2023 and 2032. The growth is attributed to the increased need for more rapid smaller and energy-efficient electronic devices. This packaging method also improves the performance and operation of semiconductor devices. With the rising emphasis on greater reduction in size and better functionality, lithography equipment will further observe high demand for generating complex patterns in advanced packaging.
Regionally, the North America lithography equipment industry is slated to exhibit over 8% CAGR from 2023-2032 driven by technological advancements and the evolution of the semiconductor sector. With the rising shift towards using smaller nodes, the demand for lithography equipment capable of supporting sophisticated technologies is rising. Moreover, the strategic presence of major semiconductor companies and massive R&D investment initiatives are likely to accelerate the regional market expansion.