Global Optical Filters Market by Type (Colored Optical Filter, Band-pass Optical Filter, High-pass Optical Filter, Low-pass Optical Filter, Band-stop Optical Filter), By Application (Medical Equipment, Household Electronics, Industrial Equipment, Others) and Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Middle East & Africa), Forecast To 2028
The global optical filters market is projected to grow from USD 4.9 billion in 2021 to USD 9.7 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 14.6% during the forecast period (2021-2028). The growth in this market can be attributed to the rise of the medical equipment industry and industrial sector across North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific, and Middle East & Africa regions that are driving demand for high-quality optical filters globally.
An optical filter changes the light waves in such a way that only certain wavelengths or colors of light pass through, while others are absorbed. Optical filters can be used to transmit specific frequencies (wavelengths) of light from an object without changing their color and/or to prevent those frequencies from reaching another place where they might cause damage- for example, by absorbing ultraviolet radiation. Some types of filters give off colored lights as well as allowing some other colors to come through; these are called "colorizing" filters.
On the basis of type, the optical filters market is segmented into Colored Optical Filter, Band-pass Optical Filters, High/Low Pass optical filter, and Band-stop filters.
Colored Optical Filter
The colored optical filters are used to change the color of light passing through it. The most common use is in adding or removing colors from an image, such as sepia tone effects. It can also be used for medical purposes, such as phototherapy treatments on patients with neurological disorders and other health conditions. In addition to that, they may also, be used for industrial or household purposes.
Band-Pass Optical Filters
A band-pass filter (BPF) allows specific wavelengths of light to pass through and blocks others. The BPF has a sharp cutoff, meaning that it passes only the wavelength region near its center frequency. The technology is widely used in telecommunications for filtering out interference caused by crosstalk between adjacent channels. In this application, filters provide isolation or separation among multiples of 100 kHz frequencies while still allowing full bandwidth on each individual channel. Band-pass optical filters are also found in many other applications such as spectroscopy, imaging systems, and biomedical instrumentation where they offer spectral discrimination without excessive attenuation across broad wavelength ranges.
High/Low Pass Optical Filter
A high-pass optical filter is an optical device that transmits light waves with a frequency higher than the cut-off wavelength or lower frequencies while blocking all other wavelengths. The purpose of these filters is to allow only specific wavelengths through and block others. High-pass filters are most commonly used in scientific research as well as astronomical photography where they play an important role in filtering out unwanted infrared light which may distort measurements of cosmic objects taken by astronomers. Other applications include medical imaging, night vision goggles, pollution monitoring, and atmospheric chemistry for studying air quality. The low-pass filter removes high-frequency components of the signal from leaving, which can cause distortion. Low pass filters are often used to remove noise or interference in audio and video signals. They are also effective at removing digital artifacts that may result from a less than perfect digitization process.
Band-Stop Filters
A band-stop filter is also called a notch filter, and it is used for blocking certain wavelengths from passing through while all others are transmitted. The optical bands that can be blocked in this manner differ based on the application of the device. Bandpass filters transmit only frequencies within a limited range of bandwidths (or wavelength ranges) specified by their design requirements. Band-stopping filters block selected frequency bands or pass them at levels below those required by their use—for example, to remove noise components associated with specific frequencies as well as other unwanted signals not intended to be passed unchanged between equipment sources such as radios, television sets, modems, etc., without having any effect on other desired signal frequencies present in the same transmission channel.
On the basis of application, the global optical filters market is segmented into equipment, household electronics, and industrial equipment among others.
Medical Equipment
The application in medical equipment includes ophthalmic, diagnostic, and surgical imaging. The optical filters are used to remove or reduce the intensity of certain colors from reaching the sensor that is responsible for capturing images. This helps to minimize glare on screens which can affect vision through surgery cameras during surgeries, as well as when patients view their X-rays and MRIs. Medical equipment is one of the most prominent application areas for optical filters. Optical filters are crucial in various segments such as patient monitoring, diagnosis, and prognosis, surgery assistance, sterilization techniques, etc.,
Household Electronics
Electronics such as TVs, LED lights and fluorescent lamps are used in households. The use of optical filters on the backlight unit of LCD panels helps to reduce glare caused by ambient light when LEDs or other types of light sources with a color temperature above 5000K are used. Optical filters provide an additional degree of customization for image enhancement that cannot be achieved using software-based methods, which can lead to more comfort for users viewing time spent near these devices.
The benefits listed here include:
* Reducing eye strain due to prolonged periods looking at high-intensity displays * Improving contrast ratio through filtering out external light from LCD screens * Maintaining uniformity between bright objects and dark backgrounds for example displaying the night sky.
Industrial Equipment
There are three industrial applications where optical filters play a key role. They are:
*To control the amount of light entering an environment (light intensity)
*Reduce glare on surfaces and reduce exposure to potentially harmful UV radiation, as well as other types of electromagnetic radiation that can cause eye damage or cataracts
*Control the color balance in environments with mixed lighting sources.
The first industrial application of optical filters is to control the amount of light entering an environment. This can be done by using a colored or clear filter material in front of a lamp. It can also be achieved with lens and film combinations, where one element blocks light from certain colors while transmitting others. Filters are used widely on construction sites because they help reduce eye strain as well as potential exposure to harmful UV radiation caused by welding equipment (industrial applications). To accomplish this kind of filtering, workers wear safety goggles made out of tinted plastic that only lets through specific wavelengths like green or blue which helps protect their eyes against ultraviolet rays coming off metal surfaces when cutting metals.
On the basis of region, the global optical filters market is segmented into North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Middle East & Africa. North America is the largest region and accounted for more than 50% of total market revenue in 2017. Europe was the second-largest region with over 35% share, followed by Asia Pacific (APAC) at 15%. The Middle East & Africa (MEA) represents a small regional segment due to its lack of manufacturing infrastructure and economic development.
Growth Factors
To know the growth factors, it is important to understand that there are a number of driving forces for the optical filter market. One such factor is increasing demand in emerging economies where people have grown more aware of their need and importance of clean drinking water and air quality. This awareness has led them to invest in higher-quality optics equipment which includes optical filters. Protection from harmful UV rays by the usage of sunglasses also leads to increased installation rates for these products.
Another driver for this industry would be technological advancements, which lead companies into investing in new technologies with improved performance levels at competitive pricing points as well as delivering innovative designs or enhancing existing ones through extensive research efforts or acquisitions - all aimed at providing solutions for potential challenges faced by global stakeholders across different industries.
Moreover, the rise in needs for higher-quality optics equipment and optical filters across different industries (e.g., medical equipment, household electronics) is also a major factor driving the growth of this market globally.
The global optical filter market has been witnessing an increasing demand from emerging economies such as China and India due to their rapid economic development over the past few years leading to increased manufacturing activity across varied sectors including healthcare and transportation - which in turn are expected to drive regional spend on these products during the forecast period (2016 - 2026).
Up Market Research published a new report titled “Optical Filters Market research report which is segmented by Types (Colored Optical Filter, Band-pass Optical Filter, High-pass Optical Filter, Low-pass Optical Filter, Band-stop Optical Filter), By Applications (Medical Equipment, Household Electronics, Industrial Equipment, Others), By Players/Companies Alluxa, Altechna, Daheng New Epoch Technology, Edmund Industrial Optics, Fujifilm NDT Systems, GALVOPTICS, JDSU, Knight Optical, laservision, Optosigma Corporation, OVIO INSTRUMENTS, PROTECTLaserschutz, Research Electro-Optics, Reynard Corporation, Ricoh, SCHOTT GLAS, Umicore Electronic Materials, VISION & CONTROL”. As per the study the market is expected to grow at a CAGR of XX% in the forecast period.
Report Scope
Report Attributes | Report Details |
Report Title | Optical Filters Market Research Report |
By Type | Colored Optical Filter, Band-pass Optical Filter, High-pass Optical Filter, Low-pass Optical Filter, Band-stop Optical Filter |
By Application | Medical Equipment, Household Electronics, Industrial Equipment, Others |
By Companies | Alluxa, Altechna, Daheng New Epoch Technology, Edmund Industrial Optics, Fujifilm NDT Systems, GALVOPTICS, JDSU, Knight Optical, laservision, Optosigma Corporation, OVIO INSTRUMENTS, PROTECTLaserschutz, Research Electro-Optics, Reynard Corporation, Ricoh, SCHOTT GLAS, Umicore Electronic Materials, VISION & CONTROL |
Regions Covered | North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, MEA |
Base Year | 2020 |
Historical Year | 2018 to 2019 (Data from 2010 can be provided as per availability) |
Forecast Year | 2028 |
Number of Pages | 239 |
Number of Tables & Figures | 168 |
Customization Available | Yes, the report can be customized as per your need. |
The report covers comprehensive data on emerging trends, market drivers, growth opportunities, and restraints that can change the market dynamics of the industry. It provides an in-depth analysis of the market segments which include products, applications, and competitor analysis.
Global Optical Filters Market Report Segments:
The market is segmented by Type Colored Optical Filter, Band-pass Optical Filter, High-pass Optical Filter, Low-pass Optical Filter, Band-stop Optical Filter and By Application Medical Equipment, Household Electronics, Industrial Equipment, Others.
Some of the companies that are profiled in this report are:
- Alluxa
- Altechna
- Daheng New Epoch Technology
- Edmund Industrial Optics
- Fujifilm NDT Systems
- GALVOPTICS
- JDSU
- Knight Optical
- laservision
- Optosigma Corporation
- OVIO INSTRUMENTS
- PROTECTLaserschutz
- Research Electro-Optics
- Reynard Corporation
- Ricoh
- SCHOTT GLAS
- Umicore Electronic Materials
- VISION & CONTROL
Optical Filters Market research report delivers a close watch on leading competitors with strategic analysis, micro and macro market trend and scenarios, pricing analysis and a holistic overview of the market situations in the forecast period. It is a professional and a detailed report focusing on primary and secondary drivers, market share, leading segments and geographical analysis. Further, key players, major collaborations, merger & acquisitions along with trending innovation and business policies are reviewed in the report.
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- In-depth analysis of the Optical Filters Market
Overview of the regional outlook of the Optical Filters Market:
Based on region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa (MEA). North America region is further bifurcated into countries such as U.S., and Canada. The Europe region is further categorized into U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe. Asia Pacific is further segmented into China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, South East Asia, and Rest of Asia Pacific. Latin America region is further segmented into Brazil, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America, and the MEA region is further divided into GCC, Turkey, South Africa, and Rest of MEA.
Highlights of The Optical Filters Market Report:
- The market structure and projections for the coming years.
- Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and current trends of Optical Filters Market.
- Historical data and forecast.
- Estimations for the forecast period 2028.
- Developments and trends in the market.
- By Type:
1. Colored Optical Filter
2. Band-pass Optical Filter
3. High-pass Optical Filter
4. Low-pass Optical Filter
5. Band-stop Optical Filter
7. By Application:1. Medical Equipment
2. Household Electronics
3. Industrial Equipment
4. 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 Optical Filters 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 2028.
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Chapter 2 Assumptions and Acronyms Used
Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Chapter 4 Optical Filters 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 Optical Filters Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Market Drivers
4.2.2 Market Restraints
4.2.3 Market Opportunity
4.3 Optical Filters 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 Optical Filters 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 Optical Filters Market Size & Forecast, 2018-2028
4.5.1 Optical Filters Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2 Optical Filters Market Absolute $ Opportunity
Chapter 5 Global Optical Filters 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 Optical Filters Market Size Forecast by Type
5.2.1 Colored Optical Filter
5.2.2 Band-pass Optical Filter
5.2.3 High-pass Optical Filter
5.2.4 Low-pass Optical Filter
5.2.5 Band-stop Optical Filter
5.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
Chapter 6 Global Optical Filters 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 Optical Filters Market Size Forecast by Applications
6.2.1 Medical Equipment
6.2.2 Household Electronics
6.2.3 Industrial Equipment
6.2.4 Others
6.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 7 Global Optical Filters 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 Optical Filters 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 Optical Filters Analysis and Forecast
9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America Optical Filters 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 Optical Filters Market Size Forecast by Type
9.6.1 Colored Optical Filter
9.6.2 Band-pass Optical Filter
9.6.3 High-pass Optical Filter
9.6.4 Low-pass Optical Filter
9.6.5 Band-stop Optical Filter
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 Optical Filters Market Size Forecast by Applications
9.10.1 Medical Equipment
9.10.2 Household Electronics
9.10.3 Industrial Equipment
9.10.4 Others
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 Optical Filters Analysis and Forecast
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Europe Optical Filters 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 Optical Filters Market Size Forecast by Type
10.6.1 Colored Optical Filter
10.6.2 Band-pass Optical Filter
10.6.3 High-pass Optical Filter
10.6.4 Low-pass Optical Filter
10.6.5 Band-stop Optical Filter
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 Optical Filters Market Size Forecast by Applications
10.10.1 Medical Equipment
10.10.2 Household Electronics
10.10.3 Industrial Equipment
10.10.4 Others
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 Optical Filters Analysis and Forecast
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Asia Pacific Optical Filters 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 Optical Filters Market Size Forecast by Type
11.6.1 Colored Optical Filter
11.6.2 Band-pass Optical Filter
11.6.3 High-pass Optical Filter
11.6.4 Low-pass Optical Filter
11.6.5 Band-stop Optical Filter
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 Optical Filters Market Size Forecast by Applications
11.10.1 Medical Equipment
11.10.2 Household Electronics
11.10.3 Industrial Equipment
11.10.4 Others
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 Optical Filters Analysis and Forecast
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Latin America Optical Filters 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 Optical Filters Market Size Forecast by Type
12.6.1 Colored Optical Filter
12.6.2 Band-pass Optical Filter
12.6.3 High-pass Optical Filter
12.6.4 Low-pass Optical Filter
12.6.5 Band-stop Optical Filter
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 Optical Filters Market Size Forecast by Applications
12.10.1 Medical Equipment
12.10.2 Household Electronics
12.10.3 Industrial Equipment
12.10.4 Others
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) Optical Filters Analysis and Forecast
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Optical Filters 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) Optical Filters Market Size Forecast by Type
13.6.1 Colored Optical Filter
13.6.2 Band-pass Optical Filter
13.6.3 High-pass Optical Filter
13.6.4 Low-pass Optical Filter
13.6.5 Band-stop Optical Filter
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) Optical Filters Market Size Forecast by Applications
13.10.1 Medical Equipment
13.10.2 Household Electronics
13.10.3 Industrial Equipment
13.10.4 Others
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 Optical Filters Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.2 Global Optical Filters Market: Market Share Analysis, 2019
14.3 Company Profiles (Details – Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.3.1 Alluxa
14.3.2 Altechna
14.3.3 Daheng New Epoch Technology
14.3.4 Edmund Industrial Optics
14.3.5 Fujifilm NDT Systems
14.3.6 GALVOPTICS
14.3.7 JDSU
14.3.8 Knight Optical
14.3.9 laservision
14.3.10 Optosigma Corporation
14.3.11 OVIO INSTRUMENTS
14.3.12 PROTECTLaserschutz
14.3.13 Research Electro-Optics
14.3.14 Reynard Corporation
14.3.15 Ricoh
14.3.16 SCHOTT GLAS
14.3.17 Umicore Electronic Materials
14.3.18 VISION & CONTROL