Rigid 1-2 Sided in PCBs

Global Rigid 1-2 Sided in PCBs Market to Reach US$7.6 Billion by 2030

The global market for Rigid 1-2 Sided in PCBs estimated at US$6.6 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$7.6 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 2.5% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Glass Fabric, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 3.2% CAGR and reach US$3.3 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Epoxy Resin segment is estimated at 1.8% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$1.7 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 2.3% CAGR

The Rigid 1-2 Sided in PCBs market in the U.S. is estimated at US$1.7 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$1.2 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 2.3% 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 1.9% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 1.9% CAGR.

Global Rigid 1-2 Sided PCBs Market – Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Do Rigid 1-2 Sided PCBs Still Dominate High-Volume, Cost-Efficient Electronics?

Rigid 1-2 sided printed circuit boards (PCBs) continue to be the backbone of the global electronics manufacturing industry due to their simplicity, low production cost, and mechanical reliability. These boards consist of one or two conductive copper layers laminated onto a rigid insulating substrate, typically FR4, and are used to mount and interconnect electronic components. Despite the rise of flexible, multilayer, and high-density interconnect (HDI) PCBs, rigid 1-2 sided variants remain critical for a broad range of applications that do not require complex routing or compact stacking. They are most commonly found in lighting systems, power supplies, household appliances, basic automotive modules, and industrial equipment where the circuit complexity is low to moderate but durability and cost-efficiency are essential. Their straightforward manufacturing process makes them ideal for high-volume production, especially in cost-sensitive sectors and developing economies. The minimal layers reduce thermal buildup and simplify rework and repairs, making them popular among designers of conventional electronics. As billions of everyday products—from coffee machines to remote controls—require durable and affordable circuit integration, rigid 1-2 sided PCBs maintain a stronghold in global electronics manufacturing.

What Process and Material Innovations Are Modernizing This Mature PCB Segment?

While considered a mature technology, rigid 1-2 sided PCBs have continued to evolve through improvements in materials, design precision, and environmentally friendly manufacturing. Advances in substrate materials such as halogen-free FR4, polyimide, and metal-core laminates have enhanced thermal resistance, electrical insulation, and sustainability. Enhanced solder masks, silkscreens, and surface finishes like ENIG (Electroless Nickel Immersion Gold) and OSP (Organic Solderability Preservatives) are extending board lifespan and improving solderability. Automation in photolithography, etching, drilling, and screen printing has improved production accuracy, reduced defects, and shortened time-to-market. Digitally driven design-for-manufacturing (DFM) tools now allow engineers to optimize trace layouts, thermal paths, and component placement more efficiently—even on basic single-layer boards. Environmentally responsible practices, such as water-based etchants and lead-free soldering, are aligning 1-2 sided PCB manufacturing with RoHS and REACH standards. These ongoing refinements are modernizing what is often seen as a legacy PCB format, keeping it viable and competitive in an evolving electronics landscape.

Where Is Demand for Rigid 1-2 Sided PCBs Growing—and in Which Applications?

The largest and most consistent demand for rigid 1-2 sided PCBs is seen in household appliances, lighting systems, and basic control units. LED lighting—used in both residential and industrial applications—heavily relies on single-sided boards due to their excellent thermal performance and low cost. White goods such as washing machines, microwaves, and air conditioners use these PCBs in user interfaces, timing controllers, and display drivers. In the automotive industry, 1-2 sided PCBs are used in power window modules, dashboards, and lighting units, particularly in low-voltage systems. Industrial automation systems rely on them in motor controllers, relays, and programmable timers where ruggedness and ease of replacement are valued. Toys, handheld devices, and remote controllers also contribute to steady volume demand. Regionally, Asia-Pacific leads the market in terms of both production and consumption, thanks to large-scale electronics manufacturing in China, India, Vietnam, and Indonesia. North America and Europe continue to demand high-quality variants for automotive, consumer, and industrial sectors. Emerging economies are driving demand growth through rising electronics penetration and local manufacturing incentives.

What’s Driving the Continued Growth of the Rigid 1-2 Sided PCBs Market Globally?

The growth in the global rigid 1-2 sided PCBs market is driven by increasing demand for affordable, durable, and easy-to-manufacture circuit boards across consumer and industrial electronics. High-volume production of LED lighting, home appliances, automotive subsystems, and basic industrial equipment ensures consistent global consumption. The push for localized electronics manufacturing in developing regions is creating fresh demand for low-complexity PCBs that are simple to source and produce. The rise of low-end and mid-tier smart devices—particularly in emerging markets—is supporting incremental demand for double-sided PCBs that offer moderate routing complexity. Sustainability initiatives are prompting manufacturers to upgrade to halogen-free, RoHS-compliant materials, driving value-added differentiation within this segment. Additionally, OEMs and contract manufacturers favor these boards for their predictable yields, fast turnaround times, and compatibility with legacy production lines. As global electronics volumes continue to grow—even for the simplest products—the role of rigid 1-2 sided PCBs remains essential in meeting the world`s cost, time, and volume requirements in hardware design.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Rigid 1-2 Sided in PCBs market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Raw Material Type (Glass Fabric, Epoxy Resin, Kraft Paper, Phenotic Resin, Polyamide Film); End-Use (Computers / Peripherals, Communications, Consumer Electronics, Industrial Electronics, Automotive, Military / Aerospace, Other End-Uses)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Select Competitors (Total 42 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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