ElectroniCast Consultants
Published: June 27, 2012
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Excel File: Extensive market forecast database spreadsheets
PowerPoint File: Summary Data Figures
The consumption for fiber optic connectors has experienced impressive growth since ElectroniCast first started providing market and technology analysis of the subject since the early 1980s. In fact their analysts have been tracking the various fiber optic components since 1976.
Global Market Review and Forecast (2011-2016) The global fiber optic connector/ mechanical splice consumption is driven by a dramatic increase in bandwidth demand beyond the limits of copper. Technological advances in fiber optics are assuring the migration of fiber closer and closer to the end user. This translates into demand for shorter links where connectors represent a substantial share of the total installation cost. The cost concerns are being addressed with the introduction of smaller, lower cost and easier to install connectors. Multifiber connector (>2 fibers) use, still relatively small, will be the choice for high fiber density interconnects applications.
This report provides the Consumption Value (US$, million), Quantity (number/units), and Average Selling Prices (ASP $, each). The value is determined by multiplying the number of units by the average selling price. The ASPs are based on the price of the connector/splice at the initial factory level. This 2011-2016 market analysis and forecast is presented for each significant fiber optic connector and mechanical splice used in selected communication applications. The market data covers fiber optic connectors and mechanical splices, which are used in optical communication applications. The market data are segmented into the following geographic regions, plus a Global summary:
- America (North America, Central and South America)
- EMEA (Europe, Middle Eastern countries, plus Africa)
- APAC (Asia Pacific)
The market forecast data are also built up from specific product-type segments:
Single Mode Fiber Optic Connector
ST Simplex
FC Simplex
SC Simplex
Small Form Factor (SFF) Simplex Connector
SFF MU Simplex
SFF Other Simplex
Single mode Adapter
In-series Adapter
Between-series Adapter
Single mode Multi-channel/Multi-fiber Connector
MT Based
SFF Duplex Connector
SFF Duplex MT-RJ
SFF Other Duplex
Other Multi-fiber Connector
Other Single mode Fiber Optic Connectors, including Mil-Spec
Multimode Fiber Optic Connectors
ST Simplex
SC Simplex
Small Form Factor (SFF) Simplex Connector
SFF LC Simplex
SFF MU Simplex
SFF Other Simplex
Adapter
In-series Adapter
Between-series Adapter
Multi-channel/Multi-fiber Connector
ESCON
MT Based
FDDI
SFF Duplex Connector
SFF Duplex MT-RJ
SFF VF-45 Duplex
SFF Other Duplex
Other Multi-fiber Connector
Other Multimode Fiber Optic Connectors, including Mil-Spec
Mechanical Splices
The market forecast data are built up from specific end-user applications:
Total Consumption
Apparatus
Utilities
Modules/Components
Private Data LAN/WAN
Apparatus
Modules/Components
Cable TV
Apparatus
Modules/Components
Military/Aerospace
Specialty
Non-production
MPO Connectors in 40/100GbE This report also provides the ElectroniCast forecast of North American consumption trends of MPO fiber optic connectors specifically in 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) networks, based on the IEEE standard, which was ratified on June 17, 2010. This 2010-2015 MPO 40/100GbE forecast of North American consumption is presented for each of the following data rate, connector fiber count and media type:
40G Ethernet Network - MPO
12-fiber Multimode Connector
24-fiber Multimode Connector
12-fiber Single mode Connector
24-fiber Single mode Connector
100G Ethernet Network - MPO
12-fiber Multimode Connector
24-fiber Multimode Connector
12-fiber Single mode Connector
24-fiber Single mode Connector
The market data is detailed by the following Functions:
- Consumption (use) Value (US$, Million)
- Quantity/Volume (Thousand/Units)
- Average Selling Price (ASP – US$, Each)
About ElectroniCast ElectroniCast, founded in 1981, specializes in forecasting trends in communication networks and in the products used in those networks. This includes technology forecasting, markets and applications forecasting, strategic planning and consulting. ElectroniCast Consultants, as a technology-based independent forecasting firm, serves industrial companies, trade associations, government agencies, communication and data network companies and the financial community. Reduction of the risk of major investment decisions is the main benefit provided. ElectroniCast's goal is to understand the challenges and opportunities facing clients and to provide timely, accurate information for strategic planning.
Director of Study Stephen Montgomery, MBA/Technology Management, President – International Business Expansion at ElectroniCast Consultants. He joined ElectroniCast in 1990 and has specialized in photonics and fiber optic components market & technology forecasting at ElectroniCast for over 20-years. He has given numerous presentations and published a number of articles on optical communication markets, technology, applications and installations. He is a member of the Editorial Advisory Board of LIGHTWAVE magazine (PennWell Publishing) and writes a monthly article covering the optical communication industry for OPTCOM Magazine in Japan (Kogyo Tsushin Co., Ltd.).
