Market Overview:
The global active optical cable (AOC) and direct attach cables (DAC) market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.5% from 2018 to 2030. The growth of the market can be attributed to the increasing demand for high-speed data transmission in telecom and datacom applications. In addition, the growing trend of cloud computing is also contributing to the growth of the market. The AOC segment is expected to grow at a higher CAGR than DAC during the forecast period. This can be attributed to factors such as low power consumption, smaller form factor, and lower cost as compared with traditional copper cabling solutions.
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Product Definition:
Active Optical Cable (AOC) is a cable that uses optical fibers to send and receive data. It is a type of fiber optic cable that uses an active electronic component to boost the signal. This component helps ensure that the signal does not degrade as it travels along the length of the cable. Direct Attach Cables (DAC) are used to connect devices such as servers, switches, and storage arrays. They provide a low-cost alternative to traditional optical cables, and are often used in data centers where space is at a premium.
SFP:
Super-fast Ethernet (SFE) is a set of standards for 10 GbE and 100 GbE network that provides performance characteristics similar to those of 400 GbE and 800 GbE, but with reduced costs. It was developed by Ciena Corporation in March 2006 as an alternative to 40Gb/100Gb Ethernet, which was previously considered the fastest available networking technology.
SFP+:
Single- Fiber optic (SFP)+, also known as active optical cable or AOC, is a type of optical fiber that can deliver both data and video signals in one cable. It uses an on-board electronics chip to convert the data into light pulses and back again, thereby eliminating the need for repeater boxes along the transmission path.
Application Insights:
The telecom segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2016 and is anticipated to maintain its dominance over the forecast period. The growing demand for high-speed data transfer services coupled with increasing cloud-based applications, Video-on-Demand (VoD) and Video Streaming Services (VSS) are expected to drive the market growth. Furthermore, a large number of network operators are focusing on deploying 10Gigabit Passive Optical Network (PON) infrastructure as part of their long term evolution (LTE), which is further expected to propel industry growth over the next eight years.
AOC & DAC solutions help service providers enhance their business operations by reducing operational costs while improving customer experience delivering enhanced bandwidth services across vast coverage areas. The rising adoption of AOC & DAC among service providers in order to meet consumer demands for high speed data transfer services will drive industry expansion over the forecast period.
Regional Analysis:
The North American regional market dominated the global AOC and DAC industry in 2016. The growth can be attributed to the presence of major service providers such as AT&T, Verizon Communications Inc., and Comcast Corporation that are actively investing in optical fiber networks for delivering high-speed internet access at affordable tariffs. Moreover, increasing deployment of high-speed internet services through cable modems and wireless connections is further driving the demand for active optical cables & direct attach cables in this region.
Asia Pacific is expected to emerge as a lucrative regional market over the forecast period owing to rapid infrastructure development along with rising adoption of digital technologies across various industries such as healthcare, transportation & logistics, government & defense among others. These factors are anticipated to drive demand for active optical cables & direct attach cables over the forecast period which will help operators reduce operational costs associated with their data centers thereby bolstering industry growth across this region.
Growth Factors:
- Increasing demand for high-speed data transmission: The growth of data-intensive applications such as big data, cloud computing, and Internet of Things is fueling the demand for high-speed data transmission. This is driving the adoption of AOCs and DACs as they offer higher bandwidth and faster speeds than traditional copper cables.
- Proliferation of fiber networks: Fiber networks are being deployed at a rapid pace across the world as they offer superior performance and scalability compared to traditional copper networks. This is benefiting the AOC and DAC market as these cables are primarily used in fiber networks.
- Growing popularity of 10 GbE switches: 10 GbE switches are becoming increasingly popular due to their ability to handle large amounts of traffic quickly and efficiently. This is boosting the demand for AOCs and DACs, which are used to connect servers with these switches.
- Rising number of datacenters: The number of datacenters is increasing rapidly due to the growing demand for cloud services worldwide. This is fueling the need for high-performance networking infrastructure, which is benefiting the AOC & DAC market growth significantly
Scope Of The Report
Report Attributes
Report Details
Report Title
Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Research Report
By Type
SFP, SFP+, QSFP/QSFP+, XFP, CXP, Others
By Application
Telecom, Datacom
By Companies
II-VI Incorporated, Broadcom, Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd., Molex Incorporated, Samtec, Shenzhen Gigalight Technology Co., Ltd., The Siemon Company, Accelink, Huawei, Leoni AG, Amphenol, CBO GmbH, Mellanox, Foxconn Interconnect Technology, FS, Intel, Juniper Networks, Nexans, Cisco, 3c-Link, Centera Photonics Inc., 10Gtek Transceivers Co., Ltd
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
144
Number of Tables & Figures
101
Customization Available
Yes, the report can be customized as per your need.
Global Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Report Segments:
The global Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) market is segmented on the basis of:
Types
SFP, SFP+, QSFP/QSFP+, XFP, CXP, Others
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
Telecom, Datacom
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:
- II-VI Incorporated
- Broadcom
- Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd.
- Molex Incorporated
- Samtec
- Shenzhen Gigalight Technology Co., Ltd.
- The Siemon Company
- Accelink
- Huawei
- Leoni AG
- Amphenol
- CBO GmbH
- Mellanox
- Foxconn Interconnect Technology
- FS
- Intel
- Juniper Networks
- Nexans
- Cisco
- 3c-Link
- Centera Photonics Inc.
- 10Gtek Transceivers Co., Ltd
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Highlights of The Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) 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:
- SFP
- SFP+
- QSFP/QSFP+
- XFP
- CXP
- Others
- By Application:
- Telecom
- Datacom
- 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 Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions?
Active Optical Cable (AOC) is a type of cable that transmits digital signals over optical fibers. Direct Attach Cables (DAC) are cables that have connectors on both ends, which allow them to be directly attached to devices without the need for an intermediary device.
Some of the major players in the active optical cable (aoc) & direct attach cables (dac) market are II-VI Incorporated, Broadcom, Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd., Molex Incorporated, Samtec, Shenzhen Gigalight Technology Co., Ltd., The Siemon Company, Accelink, Huawei, Leoni AG, Amphenol, CBO GmbH, Mellanox, Foxconn Interconnect Technology, FS, Intel, Juniper Networks, Nexans, Cisco, 3c-Link, Centera Photonics Inc., 10Gtek Transceivers Co., Ltd.
The active optical cable (aoc) & direct attach cables (dac) market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 10.5%.
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
Chapter 2 Assumptions and Acronyms Used
Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Chapter 4 Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Overview
4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 Market Taxonomy
4.1.2 Market Definition
4.1.3 Macro-Economic Factors Impacting the Market Growth
4.2 Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Market Drivers
4.2.2 Market Restraints
4.2.3 Market Opportunity
4.3 Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market - Supply Chain Analysis
4.3.1 List of Key Suppliers
4.3.2 List of Key Distributors
4.3.3 List of Key Consumers
4.4 Key Forces Shaping the Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of Substitution
4.4.4 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.5 Competitive Rivalry
4.5 Global Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size & Forecast, 2018-2028
4.5.1 Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2 Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Absolute $ Opportunity
Chapter 5 Global Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Analysis and Forecast by Type
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Type
5.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
5.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
5.2 Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Type
5.2.1 SFP
5.2.2 SFP+
5.2.3 QSFP/QSFP+
5.2.4 XFP
5.2.5 CXP
5.2.6 Others
5.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
Chapter 6 Global Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Applications
6.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
6.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
6.2 Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Applications
6.2.1 Telecom
6.2.2 Datacom
6.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 7 Global Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Region
7.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
7.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
7.2 Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Region
7.2.1 North America
7.2.2 Europe
7.2.3 Asia Pacific
7.2.4 Latin America
7.2.5 Middle East & Africa (MEA)
7.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Region
Chapter 8 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Impact
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Current & Future Impact Analysis
8.3 Economic Impact Analysis
8.4 Government Policies
8.5 Investment Scenario
Chapter 9 North America Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Analysis and Forecast
9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Country
9.2.1 U.S.
9.2.2 Canada
9.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
9.6 North America Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Type
9.6.1 SFP
9.6.2 SFP+
9.6.3 QSFP/QSFP+
9.6.4 XFP
9.6.5 CXP
9.6.6 Others
9.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
9.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
9.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
9.10 North America Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Applications
9.10.1 Telecom
9.10.2 Datacom
9.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
9.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
9.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 10 Europe Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Analysis and Forecast
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Europe Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Country
10.2.1 Germany
10.2.2 France
10.2.3 Italy
10.2.4 U.K.
10.2.5 Spain
10.2.6 Russia
10.2.7 Rest of Europe
10.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
10.6 Europe Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Type
10.6.1 SFP
10.6.2 SFP+
10.6.3 QSFP/QSFP+
10.6.4 XFP
10.6.5 CXP
10.6.6 Others
10.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
10.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
10.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
10.10 Europe Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Applications
10.10.1 Telecom
10.10.2 Datacom
10.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
10.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
10.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 11 Asia Pacific Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Analysis and Forecast
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Asia Pacific Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.1 China
11.2.2 Japan
11.2.3 South Korea
11.2.4 India
11.2.5 Australia
11.2.6 South East Asia (SEA)
11.2.7 Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
11.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
11.6 Asia Pacific Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Type
11.6.1 SFP
11.6.2 SFP+
11.6.3 QSFP/QSFP+
11.6.4 XFP
11.6.5 CXP
11.6.6 Others
11.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
11.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
11.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
11.10 Asia Pacific Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Applications
11.10.1 Telecom
11.10.2 Datacom
11.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
11.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
11.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 12 Latin America Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Analysis and Forecast
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Latin America Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Country
12.2.1 Brazil
12.2.2 Mexico
12.2.3 Rest of Latin America (LATAM)
12.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
12.6 Latin America Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Type
12.6.1 SFP
12.6.2 SFP+
12.6.3 QSFP/QSFP+
12.6.4 XFP
12.6.5 CXP
12.6.6 Others
12.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
12.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
12.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
12.10 Latin America Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Applications
12.10.1 Telecom
12.10.2 Datacom
12.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
12.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
12.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 13 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Analysis and Forecast
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size 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 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
13.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
13.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
13.6 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Type
13.6.1 SFP
13.6.2 SFP+
13.6.3 QSFP/QSFP+
13.6.4 XFP
13.6.5 CXP
13.6.6 Others
13.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
13.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
13.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
13.10 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market Size Forecast by Applications
13.10.1 Telecom
13.10.2 Datacom
13.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
13.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
13.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 14 Competition Landscape
14.1 Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.2 Global Active Optical Cable (AOC) & Direct Attach Cables (DAC) Market: Market Share Analysis, 2019
14.3 Company Profiles (Details – Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.3.1 II-VI Incorporated
14.3.2 Broadcom
14.3.3 Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd.
14.3.4 Molex Incorporated
14.3.5 Samtec
14.3.6 Shenzhen Gigalight Technology Co., Ltd.
14.3.7 The Siemon Company
14.3.8 Accelink
14.3.9 Huawei
14.3.10 Leoni AG
14.3.11 Amphenol
14.3.12 CBO GmbH
14.3.13 Mellanox
14.3.14 Foxconn Interconnect Technology
14.3.15 FS
14.3.16 Intel
14.3.17 Juniper Networks
14.3.18 Nexans
14.3.19 Cisco
14.3.20 3c-Link
14.3.21 Centera Photonics Inc.
14.3.22 10Gtek Transceivers Co., Ltd
