Infrared Detector Market

Market Overview:

The global infrared detector market size reached USD 561 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 1,039 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1% during 2025-2033.

Infrared (IR) detectors are electronic devices that are used to detect infrared radiation to measure heat and detect motion. They consist of photodiodes or phototransistors and the sensor, which consists of mercury cadmium telluride, lead sulfide and indium antimonide in silicon. They are commonly available in thermal, microbolometer, indium gallium arsenide, photo (quantum) detector variants. IR detectors are widely used in flame detectors, gas analysers, gas warning devices, medical gas measurement technology for contactless precision temperature measurement. They are also utilized in smart homes, biomedical imaging, spectroscopy, people and motion sensing solutions. In comparison to traditionally used detectors, IR detectors can detect infrared light from a distance and have a compact size.

Infrared Detector Market Trends:

Increasing Demand for Security and Surveillance Systems

The escalating demand for security and surveillance in both public and private sectors is impelling the market growth. Governing authorities, businesses, and individuals are investing in advanced surveillance systems to enhance safety and deter crime. Infrared detectors enable night vision and thermal imaging capabilities, allowing for effective monitoring in low-light conditions. This technology is essential for border security, public surveillance, and private property protection. The integration of infrared detection systems in various applications including closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras and alarm systems benefit in enhancing situational awareness and real time threat detection.

Rising Adoption in Consumer Electronics

The increasing adoption of consumer electronics, particularly smartphones and smart home devices, is propelling the infrared detector market growth. These detectors are increasingly incorporated into various consumer products for features like facial recognition, gesture control, and proximity sensing. Smartphones utilize infrared sensors for functionalities such as automatic screen dimming, enhanced security features, and augmented reality (AR) applications. Additionally, smart home devices including thermostats and security cameras leverage infrared technology for improved energy efficiency and user convenience. As consumers increasingly seek smarter and more interactive devices, the demand for infrared detectors in this sector continues to expand.

Growing Demand for Automation and Smart Devices 

The trend toward automation in various industries, along with the utilization of smart devices, are increasing the infrared detector market share. As industries aim to enhance operational efficiency and reduce labor costs, infrared detectors are employed for various applications like motion detection and temperature monitoring. In smart homes, these detectors enable automated lighting, climate control, and security systems, enhancing user experience and energy efficiency. As more households and industries embrace automation, the reliance on infrared detectors for seamless and efficient operation will continue to grow, driving market expansion.

Key Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global infrared detector market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country level from 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type, spectral range, technology and application.

Breakup by Type:

• Thermal Detector
• Photo Detector
   

Breakup by Spectral Range:

• Short-wave Infrared
• Medium-wave Infrared
• Long-wave Infrared
   

Breakup by Technology:

• Mercury Cadmium Telluride
• Indium Gallium Arsenide (InGaAs)
• Pyroelectric
• Thermopile
• Microbolometer
• Others
   

Breakup by Application:

• Aerospace and Defense
• Automotive
• Consumer Electronics
• Industrial
• Medical
• Security
   

Breakup by Region:

• North America
  • United States
  • Canada
• Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Indonesia
  • Others
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Others
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Others
• Middle East and Africa

Competitive Landscape:

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global infrared detector market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the companies covered include:

• Excelitas Technologies Corp.
• Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.
• InfraTec GmbH
• Lynred
• Murata Manufacturing Co. Ltd.
• Nippon Avionics Co. Ltd.
• Omron Corporation
• Raytheon Technologies Corporation
• TE Connectivity
• Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
• Texas Instruments Incorporated
   

Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.

Infrared Detector Market Recent Developments:

• 19 January 2023: Hamamatsu Photonics developed a new InAsSb photovoltaic detector (P16702-011MN) with preamp offering high sensitivity to mid-infrared light, up to 11 micrometers (μm) in wavelength. It is achieved this by combining the latest InAsSb (indium arsenide antimonide) mid-infrared detector with the company’s unique circuit design technology.

Report Coverage:

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the market from 2019-2033.
• The infrared detector market report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the global market.
• The study maps the leading, as well as the fastest-growing, regional markets. It further enables stakeholders to identify the key country-level markets within each region.
• Porter's five forces analysis assists stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the infrared detector industry and its attractiveness.
• The competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides insight into the current positions of key players in the market.