Rigid PCBs

Global Rigid PCBs Market to Reach US$70.4 Billion by 2030

The global market for Rigid PCBs estimated at US$52.5 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$70.4 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Single Sided PCB, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 5.5% CAGR and reach US$41.4 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Double Sided PCB segment is estimated at 4.0% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$14.3 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 8.0% CAGR

The Rigid PCBs market in the U.S. is estimated at US$14.3 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$14.0 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 8.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 2.4% and 5.0% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 3.2% CAGR.

Global Rigid PCBs Market – Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Do Rigid PCBs Remain the Structural Backbone of Modern Electronic Systems?

Rigid printed circuit boards (PCBs) remain the most widely used and indispensable type of circuit board in the electronics industry due to their mechanical stability, manufacturing scalability, and compatibility with high-density circuit designs. These boards are constructed from solid substrates like fiberglass-reinforced epoxy (typically FR4) and are designed to support and interconnect components in devices where a fixed shape is critical. Unlike flexible or rigid-flex alternatives, rigid PCBs offer superior strength, rigidity, and dimensional stability, making them ideal for everything from smartphones, laptops, and home appliances to automotive control units, medical diagnostics, industrial automation systems, and aerospace electronics. Multilayer rigid PCBs are especially valued for their ability to support complex architectures in compact spaces—offering signal integrity, EMI shielding, and reliable power distribution across layers. With increasing digitization across industries, rigid PCBs continue to play a pivotal role in delivering reliable performance, reduced form factor, and efficient electrical routing across countless applications and environments.

What Innovations Are Advancing the Performance and Capabilities of Rigid PCBs?

The rigid PCB segment is evolving rapidly, with innovations in materials, layer design, and assembly processes helping meet rising performance expectations. High-speed and high-frequency boards are being fabricated using low-loss materials like PTFE, polyimide, and hydrocarbon resins, enabling faster signal transmission in 5G, high-speed computing, and RF applications. Multilayer HDI (High-Density Interconnect) boards now incorporate microvias, blind/buried vias, and via-in-pad designs to maximize routing density without compromising thermal management. Designers are also leveraging embedded passive components, metal cores, and mixed-material stack-ups to improve thermal efficiency and functionality in power electronics and advanced processors. Rigid PCBs are benefiting from additive manufacturing for prototyping, as well as laser-based drilling and imaging for enhanced precision. Industry 4.0 practices, including AI-driven DFM tools and predictive yield analysis, are optimizing design workflows and minimizing rework. Surface finishes like ENIG, immersion silver, and OSP are improving solderability, while RoHS and halogen-free compliance are standardizing sustainability across global markets. These technological leaps are enabling rigid PCBs to meet the rising complexity, speed, and reliability requirements of next-generation electronics.

Where Is Demand for Rigid PCBs Accelerating—and Across Which End-Use Verticals?

Demand for rigid PCBs is accelerating most notably in telecom and computing sectors, driven by the global deployment of 5G infrastructure, edge computing hardware, and data centers. Multilayer PCBs are extensively used in network switches, routers, and base station equipment where high-frequency signals must be transmitted with minimal distortion. The automotive industry is another high-growth vertical, especially as EVs and ADAS systems require reliable, compact circuitry for control, communication, and power distribution. Rigid PCBs are essential in infotainment systems, battery management units, lighting modules, and advanced driver assistance applications. Consumer electronics—including smartphones, wearables, TVs, and gaming consoles—continue to be a volume-heavy market, with constant innovation driving demand for compact, durable boards. The medical sector relies on rigid PCBs for imaging systems, monitoring equipment, and implantable devices, where biocompatibility and performance are paramount. Aerospace and defense industries require high-reliability, temperature-resistant PCBs for avionics, radar, and navigation systems. Geographically, Asia-Pacific dominates both production and consumption, while North America and Europe are seeing significant activity in high-reliability and high-frequency applications.

What’s Driving the Global Growth of the Rigid PCBs Market?

The growth in the global rigid PCBs market is driven by the rapid expansion of electronics across industrial, consumer, and mobility platforms, and the increasing complexity of integrated hardware systems. The global demand for compact, lightweight, and high-speed electronics is pushing designers toward multilayer and HDI rigid boards that can accommodate more functionality within limited space. Electrification of vehicles and industrial systems, rising automation, and the proliferation of connected devices (IoT) are fueling PCB demand across all verticals. Technological advances in materials and miniaturization are enabling new applications in harsh and high-performance environments. At the same time, the expansion of AI, cloud computing, and real-time data processing is demanding high-reliability boards for servers, GPUs, and communication gear. Regulatory pressures around material safety, recyclability, and energy efficiency are also encouraging investment in newer, greener rigid PCB production processes. Finally, the push for localized manufacturing and supply chain resilience is leading to capacity expansion and strategic reshoring of PCB production in the U.S., Europe, and Southeast Asia. These converging forces are ensuring strong, sustained growth for rigid PCBs globally.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Rigid PCBs market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Product Type (Single Sided PCB, Double Sided PCB, Multilayer PCB); Application (Industrial Electronics, Automation, Medical, Aerospace)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 32 Featured) -

• Advanced Circuits
• Amitron Corporation
• Ascent Circuits Pvt. Ltd.
• AT&S (Austria Technologie & Systemtechnik AG)
• Camptech Circuits
• Cirexx International
• Compeq Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
• Daeduck Electronics Co., Ltd.
• DSBJ (Suzhou Dongshan Precision Manufacturing Co., Ltd.)
• Ellington Electronics Technology Group
• Epec Engineered Technologies
• Jabil Inc.
• Meiko Electronics Co., Ltd.
• Nippon Mektron, Ltd.
• PCBONLINE
• Shennan Circuits Co., Ltd.
• Sierra Circuits
• TTM Technologies, Inc.
• Unimicron Technology Corporation
• Zhen Ding Technology Holding Limited

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