Market Overview:
The global wafer inspection machines market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.5% during the forecast period from 2018 to 2030. The growth in this market can be attributed to the increasing demand for semiconductor devices and rising investments in the semiconductor industry. The optical wafer inspection segment is expected to hold the largest share of the global wafer inspection machines market during the forecast period, owing to its low cost and high accuracy. However, the e-beam wafer inspection segment is projected to grow at a higher CAGR than that of optical wafer inspection during the forecast period, as it offers better performance in terms of detecting defects on silicon wafers.
Product Definition:
A wafer inspection machine is a type of semiconductor manufacturing equipment used to inspect the surface quality and dimensions of silicon wafers. Wafer inspection machines are important because they help ensure that the wafers produced in a semiconductor fabrication facility meet the required specifications.
Optical Wafer Inspection:
Optical wafer inspection is a process of visual examination of integrated circuits (IC) made from semiconducting materials such as silicon crystals. It helps in determining defects and errors in the circuit patterns. Optical wafer inspection system includes light source, optical filter, camera, computer display & operator interface and software etc., used for detection of specific types of defects such as impurities & shorts along with measurement or analysis of critical dimensional characteristics such as thickness or size.
E-beam Wafer Inspection:
E-beam wafer inspection is a technology that uses electromagnetic energy to detect and measure defects in silicon wafers during the manufacturing process. It provides high speed, sensitivity, and accuracy for detecting surface abnormalities. The technology has been around for more than two decades but its applications were limited to special purpose machines until recently when it was commercialized as a stand-alone system.
Application Insights:
The global wafer inspection machines market by application is categorized into foundries and other applications. Foundries accounted for the largest share in 2017 owing to increasing demand for semiconductors from various end-use industries, such as consumer electronics, telecommunication and ITU. In addition, rapid growth of the foundry industry across the globe on account of technological advancements in semiconductor devices is expected to drive demand over the forecast period.
IDMs are anticipated to witness significant growth over the forecast period due to growing adoption of integrated circuit chipsets across various end-use industries including automotive and healthcare. Furthermore, rapid development of microelectronics industry in India on account of availability of skilled workforce along with low cost manufacturing facilities will boost product penetration over the coming years.
Regional Analysis:
Asia Pacific region dominated the global market in 2017 and is expected to continue its dominance over the forecast period. The growth of this region can be attributed to increasing foundry production in China, Japan, South Korea, India and Taiwan. Furthermore, growing demand for electronic products such as smartphones and laptops has led to an increase in manufacturing activities of semiconductors which will further drive the regional market growth over the forecast period.
The Latin American wafer inspection machines market is also anticipated to witness significant growth due to various factors such as increasing number of semiconductor manufacturers from Brazil and Chile along with other countries such as Mexico that are close proximity towards Latin America; thus making it a favorable destination for WIMs equipment suppliers. Moreover, rising government support by providing tax benefits & exemptions on capital investments may boost industry participants who would like invest more aggressively within this region thereby driving regional demand over the next eight years.
Growth Factors:
- Increasing demand for semiconductor devices in consumer electronics and automotive industries
- Growing number of wafer fabrication plants across the globe
- Rising adoption of advanced inspection technologies by semiconductor manufacturers
- Proliferation of 3D-ICs and other advanced packaging technologies
- Emergence of new players in the market
Scope Of The Report
Report Attributes
Report Details
Report Title
Wafer Inspection Machines Market Research Report
By Type
Optical Wafer Inspection, E-beam Wafer Inspection
By Application
Foundries, IDMs
By Companies
Applied Materials, ASML, Hitachi High-Technologies, KLA-Tencor, Rudolph Technologies, Baumann Automation, Filmetrics, Corning, Nikon Metrology, MTI Instruments, Applied Materials, Moritex
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
230
Number of Tables & Figures
161
Customization Available
Yes, the report can be customized as per your need.
Global Wafer Inspection Machines Market Report Segments:
The global Wafer Inspection Machines market is segmented on the basis of:
Types
Optical Wafer Inspection, E-beam Wafer Inspection
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
Foundries, IDMs
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:
- Applied Materials
- ASML
- Hitachi High-Technologies
- KLA-Tencor
- Rudolph Technologies
- Baumann Automation
- Filmetrics
- Corning
- Nikon Metrology
- MTI Instruments
- Applied Materials
- Moritex
Highlights of The Wafer Inspection Machines 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:
- Optical Wafer Inspection
- E-beam Wafer Inspection
- By Application:
- Foundries
- IDMs
- 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 Inspection Machines 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?
Wafer inspection machines are used to inspect semiconductor wafers for defects.
Some of the major companies in the wafer inspection machines market are Applied Materials, ASML, Hitachi High-Technologies, KLA-Tencor, Rudolph Technologies, Baumann Automation, Filmetrics, Corning, Nikon Metrology, MTI Instruments, Applied Materials, Moritex.
The wafer inspection machines market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 6.5%.
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
Chapter 2 Assumptions and Acronyms Used
Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Chapter 4 Wafer Inspection Machines 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 Wafer Inspection Machines Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Market Drivers
4.2.2 Market Restraints
4.2.3 Market Opportunity
4.3 Wafer Inspection Machines 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 Wafer Inspection Machines 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 Wafer Inspection Machines Market Size & Forecast, 2018-2028
4.5.1 Wafer Inspection Machines Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2 Wafer Inspection Machines Market Absolute $ Opportunity
Chapter 5 Global Wafer Inspection Machines 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 Wafer Inspection Machines Market Size Forecast by Type
5.2.1 Optical Wafer Inspection
5.2.2 E-beam Wafer Inspection
5.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
Chapter 6 Global Wafer Inspection Machines 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 Wafer Inspection Machines Market Size Forecast by Applications
6.2.1 Foundries
6.2.2 IDMs
6.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 7 Global Wafer Inspection Machines 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 Wafer Inspection Machines 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 Wafer Inspection Machines Analysis and Forecast
9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America Wafer Inspection Machines 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 Wafer Inspection Machines Market Size Forecast by Type
9.6.1 Optical Wafer Inspection
9.6.2 E-beam Wafer Inspection
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 Wafer Inspection Machines Market Size Forecast by Applications
9.10.1 Foundries
9.10.2 IDMs
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 Wafer Inspection Machines Analysis and Forecast
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Europe Wafer Inspection Machines 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 Wafer Inspection Machines Market Size Forecast by Type
10.6.1 Optical Wafer Inspection
10.6.2 E-beam Wafer Inspection
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 Wafer Inspection Machines Market Size Forecast by Applications
10.10.1 Foundries
10.10.2 IDMs
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 Wafer Inspection Machines Analysis and Forecast
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Asia Pacific Wafer Inspection Machines 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 Wafer Inspection Machines Market Size Forecast by Type
11.6.1 Optical Wafer Inspection
11.6.2 E-beam Wafer Inspection
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 Wafer Inspection Machines Market Size Forecast by Applications
11.10.1 Foundries
11.10.2 IDMs
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 Wafer Inspection Machines Analysis and Forecast
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Latin America Wafer Inspection Machines 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 Wafer Inspection Machines Market Size Forecast by Type
12.6.1 Optical Wafer Inspection
12.6.2 E-beam Wafer Inspection
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 Wafer Inspection Machines Market Size Forecast by Applications
12.10.1 Foundries
12.10.2 IDMs
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) Wafer Inspection Machines Analysis and Forecast
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Wafer Inspection Machines 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) Wafer Inspection Machines Market Size Forecast by Type
13.6.1 Optical Wafer Inspection
13.6.2 E-beam Wafer Inspection
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) Wafer Inspection Machines Market Size Forecast by Applications
13.10.1 Foundries
13.10.2 IDMs
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 Wafer Inspection Machines Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.2 Global Wafer Inspection Machines Market: Market Share Analysis, 2019
14.3 Company Profiles (Details – Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.3.1 Applied Materials
14.3.2 ASML
14.3.3 Hitachi High-Technologies
14.3.4 KLA-Tencor
14.3.5 Rudolph Technologies
14.3.6 Baumann Automation
14.3.7 Filmetrics
14.3.8 Corning
14.3.9 Nikon Metrology
14.3.10 MTI Instruments
14.3.11 Applied Materials
14.3.12 Moritex
