Product Code: SE 7381
The global atomic force microscopy market is projected to grow from USD 541.8 million in 2025 to USD 762.2 million in 2030, at a CAGR of 7.1% during the forecast period. Technological innovations and rising investments in nanotechnology research are key growth drivers for the atomic force microscopy market. These instruments offer nanoscale imaging and precise surface characterization, making them indispensable in fields such as semiconductors, materials science, and life sciences. The integration of automation, artificial intelligence, and advanced software analytics enhances user accessibility and measurement accuracy, expanding AFM use beyond research institutions into industrial quality control environments. Their alignment with increasing demand for miniaturized electronics makes AFMs highly relevant for next-generation manufacturing, accelerating their adoption in both academic and industrial domains.
Scope of the Report |
Years Considered for the Study | 2021-2030 |
Base Year | 2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2030 |
Units Considered | Value (USD Billion) |
Segments | By offering, grade, application, and region |
Regions covered | North America, Europe, APAC, RoW |
"Industrial segment to witness highest CAGR in atomic force microscopy market during forecasted period"
The industrial segment is expected to register the highest CAGR due to the increasing adoption of AFM technology in quality control, failure analysis, and materials research across semiconductors, electronics, automotive, energy, and several other industries. As manufacturing processes continue to miniaturize and emphasize nanoscale precision, the demand for surface characterization and metrology tools such as AFMs is growing rapidly. Industrial AFMs offer advanced features such as high-speed scanning, automated operation, and integration with production lines, making them suitable for inline inspection and process monitoring. Moreover, as industries increasingly invest in nanomaterial development and functional coatings, AFMs are becoming indispensable for analyzing surface roughness, adhesion properties, and thin film uniformity.
"Material science & nanotechnology segment to hold second-largest share of atomic force microscopy market"
The material science & nanotechnology segment is projected to account for the second-largest share of the atomic force microscopy market. Atomic force microscopes are extensively utilized to study surface morphology, roughness, mechanical properties, and molecular interactions at the atomic level, which is critical in developing next-generation materials. The growing interest in nanostructured materials, composite materials, and two-dimensional materials such as graphene and transition metal dichalcogenides has increased the adoption of AFM in academic and industrial research settings. Additionally, rising investments in nanotechnology initiatives by government agencies and private organizations, coupled with increased collaboration between research institutes and commercial enterprises, are propelling the segment's growth. Advancements in AFM technology, such as the integration of high-speed scanning, multiparametric measurement modes, and integration with spectroscopy techniques, are enhancing its utility and precision in material characterization.
"Asia Pacific to witness highest CAGR in atomic force microscopy market during forecast period"
The increasing focus on nanotechnology research, semiconductor innovation, and materials science development primarily drives the atomic force microscopy market in the Asia Pacific region. Countries such as China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan are investing heavily in research and development infrastructure to strengthen their position in advanced manufacturing and electronics. The rapid expansion of the semiconductor industry, supported by favorable government policies and public-private partnerships, is creating substantial demand for high-resolution surface characterization tools such as AFMs. Academic institutions and research organizations are also adopting AFMs to support breakthroughs in nanoscience and biotechnology.
Breakdown of Primaries
The study contains insights from various industry experts, ranging from component suppliers to Tier 1 companies and OEMs. The break-up of the primaries is as follows:
- By Company Type - Tier 1 - 40%, Tier 2 - 35%, Tier 3 - 25%
- By Designation - C-level Executives - 48%, Directors - 33%, Others - 19%
- By Region - North America - 35%, Europe - 18%, Asia Pacific - 40%, RoW - 7%
The atomic force microscopy market is dominated by a few globally established players, such as Park Systems (South Korea), Bruker (US), Hitachi High-Tech Corporation (Japan), Oxford Instruments (UK), and Semilab Inc. (Hungary). The study includes an in-depth competitive analysis of these key players, with their company profiles, recent developments, and key market strategies.
Research Coverage:
The report segments the atomic force microscopy market and forecasts its size by offering, grade, application, and region. It also discusses the market's drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges and gives a detailed view of the market across four main regions: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and RoW.
Key Benefits of Buying the Report:
- Analysis of key drivers (expansion of life sciences and healthcare applications, rising investments in nanotechnology research, growing semiconductor & electronics industry). restraints (high equipment cost), opportunities (technological advancements and emerging applications), challenges (lack of skilled professionals for handling atomic force microscopy tools)
- Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research and development activities, and product launches/developments in the atomic force microscopy market
- Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative markets by providing an analysis of the atomic force microscopy market across varied regions
- Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products and services, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the atomic force microscopy market.
- Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, and service offerings of leading players, Park Systems (South Korea), Bruker (US), Hitachi High-Tech Corporation (Japan), Oxford Instruments (UK), and Semilab Inc. (Hungary), among others, in the atomic force microscopy market.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES
- 1.2 MARKET DEFINITION
- 1.3 STUDY SCOPE
- 1.3.1 MARKETS COVERED AND REGIONAL SCOPE
- 1.3.2 INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
- 1.3.3 YEARS CONSIDERED
- 1.4 CURRENCY CONSIDERED
- 1.5 LIMITATIONS
- 1.6 STAKEHOLDERS
- 1.7 SUMMARY OF CHANGES
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
- 2.1 RESEARCH DATA
- 2.1.1 SECONDARY DATA
- 2.1.1.1 Major secondary sources
- 2.1.1.2 Key data from secondary sources
- 2.1.2 PRIMARY DATA
- 2.1.2.1 Breakdown of primaries
- 2.1.2.2 Key data from primary sources
- 2.1.3 SECONDARY AND PRIMARY RESEARCH
- 2.1.3.1 Key industry insights
- 2.2 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION
- 2.2.1 BOTTOM-UP APPROACH
- 2.2.1.1 Approach to arrive at market size using bottom-up analysis (demand side)
- 2.2.2 TOP-DOWN APPROACH
- 2.2.2.1 Approach to arrive at market size using top-down analysis (supply side)
- 2.3 MARKET BREAKDOWN AND DATA TRIANGULATION
- 2.4 RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS
- 2.5 RISK ASSESMANET
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS
- 4.1 ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES IN ATOMIC FORCE MICROSCOPY MARKET
- 4.2 ATOMIC FORCE MICROSCOPY MARKET, BY OFFERING
- 4.3 ATOMIC FORCE MICROSCOPY MARKET, BY GRADE
- 4.4 ATOMIC FORCE MICROSCOPY MARKET, BY APPLICATION
- 4.5 ATOMIC FORCE MICROSCOPY MARKET, BY REGION
5 MARKET OVERVIEW
- 5.1 INTRODUCTION
- 5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
- 5.2.1 DRIVERS
- 5.2.1.1 Need for nanoscale precision in semiconductor manufacturing
- 5.2.1.2 High investments in nanotechnology
- 5.2.1.3 Expansion of atomic force microscopy applications in life sciences and healthcare sectors
- 5.2.2 RESTRAINTS
- 5.2.2.1 Damage to samples due to contact-mode atomic force microscopy
- 5.2.2.2 Critical sample preparation requirements
- 5.2.3 OPPORTUNITIES
- 5.2.3.1 Growing investments in OLED panel production globally
- 5.2.3.2 Expanding applications of atomic force microscopy from drug delivery to protein dynamics
- 5.2.3.3 Emerging applications from basic imaging to multi-modal analysis due to technological advancements
- 5.2.4 CHALLENGES
- 5.2.4.1 High-throughput challenges due to surface coverage and speed limitations
- 5.3 TRADE ANALYSIS
- 5.3.1 IMPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 901210)
- 5.3.2 EXPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 901210)
- 5.4 PATENTS ANALYSIS
- 5.5 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
- 5.5.1 KEY TECHNOLOGIES
- 5.5.1.1 Closed-loop feedback control
- 5.5.2 ADJACENT TECHNOLOGIES
- 5.5.2.1 Nanoimprint lithography (NIL)
- 5.5.2.2 Optical interferometry
- 5.5.3 COMPLEMENTARY TECHNOLOGIES
- 5.6 IMPACT OF AI/GEN AI ON ATOMIC FORCE MICROSCOPY MARKET
- 5.7 IMPACT OF 2025 US TARIFF - OVERVIEW
- 5.7.1 INTRODUCTION
- 5.7.2 KEY TARIFF RATES
- 5.7.3 PRICE IMPACT ANALYSIS
- 5.7.4 IMPACT ON COUNTRY/REGION
- 5.7.4.1 US
- 5.7.4.2 Europe
- 5.7.4.3 Asia Pacific
- 5.7.5 IMPACT ON APPLICATIONS
6 ATOMIC FORCE MICROSCOPY MARKET, BY OFFERING
- 6.1 INTRODUCTION
- 6.2 ATOMIC FORCE MICROSCOPES
- 6.2.1 EXCELLENCE IN EVALUATING MULTIMODAL SURFACES AT NANOSCALE LEVEL TO ACCELERATE ADOPTION
- 6.2.2 CONTACT MODE
- 6.2.3 NON-CONTACT MODE
- 6.2.4 TAPPING MODE
- 6.3 PROBES
- 6.3.1 ABILITY TO OPTIMIZE AFM PERFORMANCE TO BOOST DEMAND
- 6.4 SOFTWARE
- 6.4.1 RISING DEMAND FOR SYSTEMATIC AFM PROBE SCANNING AND DATA ANALYSIS TO FOSTER SEGMENTAL GROWTH
7 ATOMIC FORCE MICROSCOPY MARKET, BY GRADE
- 7.1 INTRODUCTION
- 7.2 INDUSTRIAL
- 7.2.1 THRIVING SEMICONDUCTOR INDUSTRY AND INCREASING PRECISION MANUFACTURING TREND TO SUPPORT SEGMENTAL GROWTH
- 7.3 RESEARCH
- 7.3.1 INCREASING GLOBAL NANOSCIENCE INVESTMENTS TO CONTRIBUTE TO SEGMENTAL GROWTH
8 ATOMIC FORCE MICROSCOPY MARKET, BY APPLICATION
- 8.1 INTRODUCTION
- 8.2 SEMICONDUCTORS & ELECTRONICS
- 8.2.1 RISING COMPLEXITY IN CHIP DESIGN TO ACCELERATE AFM ADOPTION
- 8.2.2 DATA STORAGE
- 8.2.3 3D-INTEGRATED CIRCUITS AND FIN FIELD-EFFECT TRANSISTORS
- 8.2.4 DISPLAYS
- 8.2.5 CARBON NANOTUBES
- 8.3 MATERIAL SCIENCE & NANOTECHNOLOGY
- 8.3.1 SIGNIFICANT ADVANCEMENTS IN NANOTECHNOLOGY AND MATERIAL SCIENCE THROUGH GOVERNMENT-SUPPORTED INITIATIVES TO BOOST DEMAND
- 8.4 CHEMICAL & POLYMER RESEARCH
- 8.4.1 NEED FOR QUALITY ASSURANCE AND PRECISION IN CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING TO SPIKE DEMAND
- 8.5 LIFE SCIENCES & BIOMEDICAL
- 8.5.1 EXCELLENCE IN PRECISELY ANALYZING BIOLOGICAL STRUCTURES AND CELL MECHANICS TO FACILITATE ADOPTION
- 8.5.2 CELL BIOLOGY
- 8.5.3 BIOTECHNOLOGY
- 8.5.4 PHARMACEUTICALS
- 8.6 OTHER APPLICATIONS
- 8.6.1 SOLAR CELLS
- 8.6.2 GEOSCIENCE
- 8.6.3 FORENSIC SCIENCE
- 8.6.4 FOOD TECHNOLOGY
9 ATOMIC FORCE MICROSCOPY MARKET, BY REGION
- 9.1 INTRODUCTION
- 9.2 NORTH AMERICA
- 9.2.1 US
- 9.2.1.1 Government's strategic push toward advanced nanotechnology to accelerate market growth
- 9.2.2 CANADA
- 9.2.2.1 Expanding federal funding for nanotechnology research centers to support market growth
- 9.2.3 MEXICO
- 9.2.3.1 Increasing focus on developing nanomaterials and advanced composites to stimulate market growth
- 9.3 EUROPE
- 9.3.1 GERMANY
- 9.3.1.1 Growing biotechnology industry to create growth opportunities
- 9.3.2 UK
- 9.3.2.1 Sharp rise in biotechnology investments to surge demand
- 9.3.3 FRANCE
- 9.3.3.1 Significant emphasis on sustainable manufacturing to facilitate market growth
- 9.3.4 ITALY
- 9.3.4.1 Rising demand for precision medicine, regenerative therapies, and bio-nanotechnology to create growth opportunities
- 9.3.5 SPAIN
- 9.3.5.1 Government funding in nanotechnology, biotechnology, and materials science fields to foster market growth
- 9.3.6 NETHERLANDS
- 9.3.6.1 Public-private collaborations aiming at scientific advancements to spike demand
- 9.3.7 RUSSIA
- 9.3.7.1 Strategic push toward scientific and technological leadership to support market growth
- 9.3.8 SWITZERLAND
- 9.3.8.1 Commitment to science-led economic advancement to contribute to market growth
- 9.3.9 REST OF EUROPE
- 9.4 ASIA PACIFIC
- 9.4.1 CHINA
- 9.4.1.1 High-tech roadmap and semiconductor resilience to boost demand
- 9.4.2 JAPAN
- 9.4.2.1 Ongoing R&D efforts across automotive sector to spur demand
- 9.4.3 SOUTH KOREA
- 9.4.3.1 Emphasis on semiconductor fabrication to facilitate requirement
- 9.4.4 INDIA
- 9.4.4.1 Increasing investment in biotech innovation to fuel market expansion
- 9.4.5 TAIWAN
- 9.4.5.1 Government funding for applied scientific development to propel market
- 9.4.6 AUSTRALIA
- 9.4.6.1 Tax credits and incentives offered to improve R&D effectiveness to stimulate market growth
- 9.4.7 SINGAPORE
- 9.4.7.1 Thriving semiconductor industry to enhance market momentum
- 9.4.8 MALAYSIA
- 9.4.8.1 Rising focus on enhancing industrial sector to support market progression
- 9.4.9 THAILAND
- 9.4.9.1 Transition toward high-value industries through Thailand 4.0 vision to expedite market growth
- 9.4.10 REST OF ASIA PACIFIC
- 9.5 ROW
- 9.5.1 MIDDLE EAST
- 9.5.1.1 Innovation-led industrial growth to drive adoption
- 9.5.2 AFRICA
- 9.5.2.1 Expanding food & beverages and automotive industries to create growth opportunities
- 9.5.3 SOUTH AMERICA
- 9.5.3.1 Collaborative research networks and R&D investments in medicine & biology field to stimulate deployment
10 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 10.1 OVERVIEW
- 10.2 KEY PLAYER STRATEGIES/RIGHT TO WIN, 2023-2025
- 10.3 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS, 2024
- 10.4 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: KEY PLAYERS, 2024
- 10.4.1 STARS
- 10.4.2 EMERGING LEADERS
- 10.4.3 PERVASIVE PLAYERS
- 10.4.4 PARTICIPANTS
- 10.5 COMPETITIVE SCENARIO
- 10.5.1 PRODUCT LAUNCHES
- 10.5.2 DEALS
- 10.5.3 EXPANSIONS
11 COMPANY PROFILES
- 11.1 KEY PLAYERS
- 11.1.1 BRUKER
- 11.1.1.1 Business overview
- 11.1.1.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.1.3 Recent developments
- 11.1.1.3.1 Product launches
- 11.1.1.3.2 deals
- 11.1.1.4 MnM view
- 11.1.1.4.1 Key strengths/Right to win
- 11.1.1.4.2 Strategic choices
- 11.1.1.4.3 Weaknesses/Competitive threats
- 11.1.2 HITACHI HIGH-TECH CORPORATION
- 11.1.2.1 Business overview
- 11.1.2.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.2.3 MnM view
- 11.1.2.3.1 Key strengths/Right to win
- 11.1.2.3.2 Strategic choices
- 11.1.2.3.3 Weaknesses/Competitive threats
- 11.1.3 OXFORD INSTRUMENTS
- 11.1.3.1 Business overview
- 11.1.3.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.3.3 Recent developments
- 11.1.3.3.1 Product launches
- 11.1.3.3.2 Expansions
- 11.1.3.4 MnM view
- 11.1.3.4.1 Key strengths/Right to win
- 11.1.3.4.2 Strategic choices
- 11.1.3.4.3 Weaknesses/Competitive threats
- 11.1.4 PARK SYSTEMS
- 11.1.4.1 Business overview
- 11.1.4.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.4.3 Recent developments
- 11.1.4.3.1 Product launches
- 11.1.4.3.2 Deals
- 11.1.4.4 MnM view
- 11.1.4.4.1 Key strengths/Right to win
- 11.1.4.4.2 Strategic choices
- 11.1.4.4.3 Weaknesses/Competitive threats
- 11.1.5 SEMILAB INC.
- 11.1.5.1 Business overview
- 11.1.5.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.5.3 Recent developments
- 11.1.5.3.1 Product launches
- 11.1.5.4 MnM view
- 11.1.5.4.1 Key strengths/Right to win
- 11.1.5.4.2 Strategic choices
- 11.1.5.4.3 Weaknesses/Competitive threats
- 11.1.6 AFM WORKSHOP
- 11.1.6.1 Business overview
- 11.1.6.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.6.3 Recent developments
- 11.1.7 ANTON PAAR GMBH
- 11.1.7.1 Business overview
- 11.1.7.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.7.3 Recent developments
- 11.1.8 ATTOCUBE SYSTEMS GMBH
- 11.1.8.1 Business overview
- 11.1.8.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.9 HORIBA, LTD.
- 11.1.9.1 Business overview
- 11.1.9.2 Products/solutions/services offered
- 11.1.9.3 Recent developments
- 11.1.9.3.1 Product launches
- 11.1.10 NANOSURF
- 11.1.10.1 Business overview
- 11.1.10.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.10.3 Recent developments
- 11.1.11 NT-MDT SI
- 11.1.11.1 Business overview
- 11.1.11.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.2 OTHER PLAYERS
- 11.2.1 ANFATEC INSTRUMENTS AG
- 11.2.2 A.P.E. RESEARCH
- 11.2.3 CREATEC FISCHER & CO. GMBH
- 11.2.4 CSINSTRUMENTS
- 11.2.5 DME SCANNING PROBE MICROSCOPES
- 11.2.6 GETEC MICROSCOPY GMBH
- 11.2.7 ICSPI
- 11.2.8 LABMATE SCIENTIFIC LLC
- 11.2.9 LABTRON EQUIPMENT LTD.
- 11.2.10 MAD CITY LABS INC.
- 11.2.11 MOLECULAR VISTA
- 11.2.12 NANOMAGNETICS INSTRUMENTS
- 11.2.13 OME TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
- 11.2.14 RHK TECHNOLOGY
12 APPENDIX
- 12.1 DISCUSSION GUIDE
- 12.2 KNOWLEDGESTORE: MARKETSANDMARKETS' SUBSCRIPTION PORTAL
- 12.3 CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
- 12.4 RELATED REPORTS
- 12.5 AUTHOR DETAILS