Market Overview:
The global wafer probers market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% during the forecast period from 2018 to 2030. The growth in the market can be attributed to the increasing demand for semiconductor devices and microelectronics products, rising demand for medical and bio-medical assemblies, and growing adoption of photovoltaic devices. In addition, the increasing demand for RF electronics is also contributing to the growth of this market. However, factors such as high initial investment costs and stringent government regulations are restraining the growth of this market. The global wafer probers market can be segmented on the basis of type into fully automatic probers and semi-automatic probers. On the basis of application, it can be divided into microelectronics & semiconductor production, medical & bio-medical assemblies, photovoltaic device assembly, RF electronics assembly, and others (including MEMS/NEMS fabrication).
Product Definition:
A wafer prober is a device used to electrically test integrated circuits (ICs) that have been diced from a silicon wafer. The ICs are mounted on a probe card and then the probe card is inserted into the prober. The prober applies voltage and current to the ICs and measures their response. This allows us to determine whether or not the ICs are functional.
Fully Automatic Probers:
Fully automatic probers are used for testing the wafers in semiconductor manufacturing facilities. They are also known as probe cards or test cards. These fully automatic probers have gained popularity over traditional manual testing equipment owing to several benefits such as high speed, enhanced accuracy and efficiency along with reduced labor cost and floor space requirements.
Semi-automatic Probers:
Semi-automatic probers are used in wafer probe systems to test the surface of semiconductor wafers for defects. These probers have a faster cycle time and can test more wafers in less time than manual probes.
The major advantage of using semi-automatic probes is that it reduces the number of errors as compared to manual probes, which makes it an effective tool for manufacturing semiconductors with high yield.
Application Insights:
The microelectronics and semiconductor production segment dominated the global wafer probers market in 2017. This can be attributed to the increasing demand for integrated circuits as a result of growing digitalization in various end-use industries such as consumer electronics, telecommunication and IT, automotive and transportation systems, healthcare etc. The RF electronic assembly segment is expected to witness lucrative growth over the forecast period owing to an increase in R&D activities on account of rising demand for high-frequency applications.
The photovoltaic device assembly segment is anticipated to grow at a significant rate over the forecast period due to an increase in solar energy generation capacity globally coupled with government support towards renewable energy generation projects. Increasing research & development activities are being carried out by major players operating within this industry owing to technological advancements coupled with innovations that have taken place over recent years which has boosted product demand globally.
Regional Analysis:
North America dominated the global market in 2017. The growth of the region can be attributed to increasing investments in R&D and technological advancements. Moreover, presence of key players such as Maxim Integrated Products Inc.; Analog Devices, Inc.; Texas Instruments; and National Semiconductor Corporation is expected to drive regional growth over the forecast period.
Asia Pacific is anticipated to witness significant growth over the next eight years owing to rapid development in end-use industries such as medical & bio-medical devices, consumer electronics, solar energy equipment and others across emerging economies including China and India. In addition, rising disposable income coupled with growing population will also boost demand for advanced wafer probing systems across this region during this period.
Growth Factors:
- Increasing demand for semiconductor devices in consumer electronics and telecommunications sectors
- Rising number of wafer probing requirements from small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs)
- Proliferation of 3D IC technology and the need for advanced wafer probing capabilities
- Growing popularity of advanced packaging technologies, such as 2.5D/3D TSV, FCBGA, and PoP
- Emergence of new market segments, such as automotive electronics and medical devices
Scope Of The Report
Report Attributes
Report Details
Report Title
Wafer Probers Market Research Report
By Type
Fully Automatic Probers, Semi-automatic Probers
By Application
Microelectronics & Semiconductor Production, Medical & Bio Medical Assemblies, Photovoltaic Device, RF Electronics, Others
By Companies
Micronics Japan (MJC), FormFactor, Technoprobe, Japan Electronic Materials (JEM), MPI Corporation, SV Probe, Hprobe, Microfriend, Korea Instrument, Feinmetall, Synergie Cad Probe, Advantest, Will Technology, TSE, TIPS Messtechnik GmbH
Regions Covered
North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, MEA
Base Year
2021
Historical Year
2019 to 2020 (Data from 2010 can be provided as per availability)
Forecast Year
2030
Number of Pages
233
Number of Tables & Figures
164
Customization Available
Yes, the report can be customized as per your need.
Global Wafer Probers Market Report Segments:
The global Wafer Probers market is segmented on the basis of:
Types
Fully Automatic Probers, Semi-automatic Probers
The product segment provides information about the market share of each product and the respective CAGR during the forecast period. It lays out information about the product pricing parameters, trends, and profits that provides in-depth insights of the market. Furthermore, it discusses latest product developments & innovation in the market.
Applications
Microelectronics & Semiconductor Production, Medical & Bio Medical Assemblies, Photovoltaic Device, RF Electronics, Others
The application segment fragments various applications of the product and provides information on the market share and growth rate of each application segment. It discusses the potential future applications of the products and driving and restraining factors of each application segment.
Some of the companies that are profiled in this report are:
- Micronics Japan (MJC)
- FormFactor
- Technoprobe
- Japan Electronic Materials (JEM)
- MPI Corporation
- SV Probe
- Hprobe
- Microfriend
- Korea Instrument
- Feinmetall
- Synergie Cad Probe
- Advantest
- Will Technology
- TSE
- TIPS Messtechnik GmbH
Highlights of The Wafer Probers Market Report:
- The market structure and projections for the coming years.
- Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and current trends of market.
- Historical data and forecast.
- Estimations for the forecast period 2030.
- Developments and trends in the market.
- By Type:
- Fully Automatic Probers
- Semi-automatic Probers
- By Application:
- Microelectronics & Semiconductor Production
- Medical & Bio Medical Assemblies
- Photovoltaic Device
- RF Electronics
- Others
- Market scenario by region, sub-region, and country.
- Market share of the market players, company profiles, product specifications, SWOT analysis, and competitive landscape.
- Analysis regarding upstream raw materials, downstream demand, and current market dynamics.
- Government Policies, Macro & Micro economic factors are also included in the report.
We have studied the Wafer Probers Market in 360 degrees via. both primary & secondary research methodologies. This helped us in building an understanding of the current market dynamics, supply-demand gap, pricing trends, product preferences, consumer patterns & so on. The findings were further validated through primary research with industry experts & opinion leaders across countries. The data is further compiled & validated through various market estimation & data validation methodologies. Further, we also have our in-house data forecasting model to predict market growth up to 2030.
Regional Analysis
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- Latin America
Note: A country of choice can be added in the report at no extra cost. If more than one country needs to be added, the research quote will vary accordingly.
The geographical analysis part of the report provides information about the product sales in terms of volume and revenue in regions. It lays out potential opportunities for the new entrants, emerging players, and major players in the region. The regional analysis is done after considering the socio-economic factors and government regulations of the countries in the regions.
How you may use our products:
- Correctly Positioning New Products
- Market Entry Strategies
- Business Expansion Strategies
- Consumer Insights
- Understanding Competition Scenario
- Product & Brand Management
- Channel & Customer Management
- Identifying Appropriate Advertising Appeals
8 Reasons to Buy This Report
- Includes a Chapter on the Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic On the Market
- Report Prepared After Conducting Interviews with Industry Experts & Top Designates of the Companies in the Market
- Implemented Robust Methodology to Prepare the Report
- Includes Graphs, Statistics, Flowcharts, and Infographics to Save Time
- Industry Growth Insights Provides 24/5 Assistance Regarding the Doubts in the Report
- Provides Information About the Top-winning Strategies Implemented by Industry Players.
- In-depth Insights On the Market Drivers, Restraints, Opportunities, and Threats
- Customization of the Report Available
Frequently Asked Questions?
Wafer Probers is a software tool that helps semiconductor companies probe the surface of wafers for defects.
Some of the major players in the wafer probers market are Micronics Japan (MJC), FormFactor, Technoprobe, Japan Electronic Materials (JEM), MPI Corporation, SV Probe, Hprobe, Microfriend, Korea Instrument, Feinmetall, Synergie Cad Probe, Advantest, Will Technology, TSE, TIPS Messtechnik GmbH.
The wafer probers market is expected to register a CAGR of 5.5%.
1. Executive Summary
2. Assumptions and Acronyms Used
3. Research Methodology
4. Wafer Probers Market Overview
4.1. Introduction
4.1.1. Market Taxonomy
4.1.2. Market Definition
4.2. Macro-Economic Factors
4.2.1. Industry Outlook
4.3. Wafer Probers Market Dynamics
4.3.1. Market Drivers
4.3.2. Market Restraints
4.3.3. Opportunity
4.3.4. Market Trends
4.4. Wafer Probers Market - Supply Chain
4.5. Global Wafer Probers Market Forecast
4.5.1. Wafer Probers Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2. Wafer Probers Market Size (000 Units) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.3. Wafer Probers Market Absolute $ Opportunity
5. Global Wafer Probers Market Analysis and Forecast by Type
5.1. Market Trends
5.2. Introduction
5.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
5.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Type
5.3. Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Type
5.3.1. Fully Automatic Probers
5.3.2. Semi-automatic Probers
5.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
5.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Type
6. Global Wafer Probers Market Analysis and Forecast by Application
6.1. Market Trends
6.2. Introduction
6.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Application
6.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Application
6.3. Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Application
6.3.1. Microelectronics & Semiconductor Production
6.3.2. Medical & Bio Medical Assemblies
6.3.3. Photovoltaic Device
6.3.4. RF Electronics
6.3.5. Others
6.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Application
6.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Application
7. Global Wafer Probers Market Analysis and Forecast by Sales Channel
7.1. Market Trends
7.2. Introduction
7.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Sales Channel
7.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Sales Channel
7.3. Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Sales Channel
7.3.1. Manufacturer/Distributor/Service Provider
7.3.2. Aftermarket
7.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Sales Channel
7.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Sales Channel
8. Global Wafer Probers Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
8.1. Market Trends
8.2. Introduction
8.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
8.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Region
8.3. Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Region
8.3.1. North America
8.3.2. Latin America
8.3.3. Europe
8.3.4. Asia Pacific
8.3.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
8.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
8.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Region
8.6. Global Wafer Probers Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
9. North America Wafer Probers Market Analysis and Forecast
9.1. Introduction
9.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
9.2. North America Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
9.2.1. U.S.
9.2.2. Canada
9.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.4. North America Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Application
9.4.1. Microelectronics & Semiconductor Production
9.4.2. Medical & Bio Medical Assemblies
9.4.3. Photovoltaic Device
9.4.4. RF Electronics
9.4.5. Others
9.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Application
9.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Application
9.7. North America Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Type
9.7.1. Fully Automatic Probers
9.7.2. Semi-automatic Probers
9.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
9.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Type
9.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
9.10.1. By Country
9.10.2. By Product Type
9.10.3. By Application
9.10.4. By Sales Channel
9.11. North America Wafer Probers Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
10. Latin America Wafer Probers Market Analysis and Forecast
10.1. Introduction
10.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
10.1.3. Latin America Average Pricing Analysis
10.2. Latin America Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
10.2.1. Brazil
10.2.2. Mexico
10.2.3. Rest of Latin America
10.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.4. Latin America Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Application
10.4.1. Microelectronics & Semiconductor Production
10.4.2. Medical & Bio Medical Assemblies
10.4.3. Photovoltaic Device
10.4.4. RF Electronics
10.4.5. Others
10.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Application
10.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Application
10.7. Latin America Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Type
10.7.1. Fully Automatic Probers
10.7.2. Semi-automatic Probers
10.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
10.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Type
10.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
10.10.1. By Country
10.10.2. By Product Type
10.10.3. By Application
10.10.4. By Sales Channel
10.11. Latin America Wafer Probers Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
11. Europe Wafer Probers Market Analysis and Forecast
11.1. Introduction
11.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
11.1.3. Europe Average Pricing Analysis
11.2. Europe Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
11.2.1. Germany
11.2.2. France
11.2.3. Italy
11.2.4. U.K.
11.2.5. Spain
11.2.6. Russia
11.2.7. Rest of Europe
11.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.4. Europe Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Application
11.4.1. Microelectronics & Semiconductor Production
11.4.2. Medical & Bio Medical Assemblies
11.4.3. Photovoltaic Device
11.4.4. RF Electronics
11.4.5. Others
11.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Application
11.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Application
11.7. Europe Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Type
11.7.1. Fully Automatic Probers
11.7.2. Semi-automatic Probers
11.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
11.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Type
11.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
11.10.1. By Country
11.10.2. By Product Type
11.10.3. By Application
11.10.4. By Sales Channel
11.11. Europe Wafer Probers Demand Share, 2019-2026
12. Asia Pacific Wafer Probers Market Analysis and Forecast
12.1. Introduction
12.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
12.1.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis
12.2. Asia Pacific Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
12.2.1. China
12.2.2. Japan
12.2.3. South Korea
12.2.4. India
12.2.5. Australia
12.2.6. Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
12.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.4. Asia Pacific Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Application
12.4.1. Microelectronics & Semiconductor Production
12.4.2. Medical & Bio Medical Assemblies
12.4.3. Photovoltaic Device
12.4.4. RF Electronics
12.4.5. Others
12.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Application
12.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Application
12.7. Asia Pacific Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Type
12.7.1. Fully Automatic Probers
12.7.2. Semi-automatic Probers
12.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
12.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Type
12.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
12.10.1. By Country
12.10.2. By Product Type
12.10.3. By Application
12.10.4. By Sales Channel
12.11. Asia Pacific Wafer Probers Demand Share, 2019-2026
13. Middle East & Africa Wafer Probers Market Analysis and Forecast
13.1. Introduction
13.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
13.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
13.1.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis
13.2. Middle East & Africa Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
13.2.1. Saudi Arabia
13.2.2. South Africa
13.2.3. UAE
13.2.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
13.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
13.4. Middle East & Africa Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Application
13.4.1. Microelectronics & Semiconductor Production
13.4.2. Medical & Bio Medical Assemblies
13.4.3. Photovoltaic Device
13.4.4. RF Electronics
13.4.5. Others
13.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Application
13.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Application
13.7. Middle East & Africa Wafer Probers Market Size and Volume Forecast by Type
13.7.1. Fully Automatic Probers
13.7.2. Semi-automatic Probers
13.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
13.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Type
13.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
13.10.1. By Country
13.10.2. By Product Type
13.10.3. By Application
13.10.4. By Sales Channel
13.11. Middle East & Africa Wafer Probers Demand Share, 2019-2026
14. Competition Landscape
14.1. Global Wafer Probers Market: Market Share Analysis
14.2. Wafer Probers Distributors and Customers
14.3. Wafer Probers Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.4. Company Profiles (Details Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.4.1. Micronics Japan (MJC)
14.4.1.1. Overview
14.4.1.2. Financials
14.4.1.3. Developments
14.4.1.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.2. FormFactor
14.4.2.1. Overview
14.4.2.2. Financials
14.4.2.3. Developments
14.4.2.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.3. Technoprobe
14.4.3.1. Overview
14.4.3.2. Financials
14.4.3.3. Developments
14.4.3.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.4. Japan Electronic Materials (JEM)
14.4.4.1. Overview
14.4.4.2. Financials
14.4.4.3. Developments
14.4.4.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.5. MPI Corporation
14.4.5.1. Overview
14.4.5.2. Financials
14.4.5.3. Developments
14.4.5.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.6. SV Probe
14.4.6.1. Overview
14.4.6.2. Financials
14.4.6.3. Developments
14.4.6.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.7. Hprobe
14.4.7.1. Overview
14.4.7.2. Financials
14.4.7.3. Developments
14.4.7.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.8. Microfriend
14.4.8.1. Overview
14.4.8.2. Financials
14.4.8.3. Developments
14.4.8.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.9. Korea Instrument
14.4.9.1. Overview
14.4.9.2. Financials
14.4.9.3. Developments
14.4.9.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.10. Feinmetall
14.4.10.1. Overview
14.4.10.2. Financials
14.4.10.3. Developments
14.4.10.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.11. Synergie Cad Probe
14.4.11.1. Overview
14.4.11.2. Financials
14.4.11.3. Developments
14.4.11.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.12. Advantest
14.4.12.1. Overview
14.4.12.2. Financials
14.4.12.3. Developments
14.4.12.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.13. Will Technology
14.4.13.1. Overview
14.4.13.2. Financials
14.4.13.3. Developments
14.4.13.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.14. TSE
14.4.14.1. Overview
14.4.14.2. Financials
14.4.14.3. Developments
14.4.14.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.15. TIPS Messtechnik GmbH
14.4.15.1. Overview
14.4.15.2. Financials
14.4.15.3. Developments
14.4.15.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.16. COMPANY 16
14.4.16.1. Overview
14.4.16.2. Financials
14.4.16.3. Developments
14.4.16.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.17. COMPANY 17
14.4.17.1. Overview
14.4.17.2. Financials
14.4.17.3. Developments
14.4.17.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.18. COMPANY 18
14.4.18.1. Overview
14.4.18.2. Financials
14.4.18.3. Developments
14.4.18.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.19. COMPANY 19
14.4.19.1. Overview
14.4.19.2. Financials
14.4.19.3. Developments
14.4.19.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.20. COMPANY 20
14.4.20.1. Overview
14.4.20.2. Financials
14.4.20.3. Developments
14.4.20.4. Strategic Outlook