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Global Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

Publisher GlobalInfoResearch
Published Sep 16, 2025
Length 132 Pages
SKU # GFSH20403856

Description

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) market size was valued at US$ 560 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 1130 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 10.7% during review period.

Atomic-force microscopy (AFM) or scanning-force Microscopy (SFM) is a very-high-resolution type of scanning probe microscopy (SPM), with demonstrated resolution on the order of fractions of a nanometer, more than 1000 times better than the optical diffraction limit. AFM provides a 3D profile of the surface on a nanoscale, by measuring forces between a sharp probe (<10 nm) and surface at very short distance (0.2-10 nm probe-sample separation). The probe is supported on a flexible cantilever. The AFM tip “gently” touches the surface and records the small force between the probe and the surface. Atomic force microscopy is arguably the most versatile and powerful microscopy technology for studying samples at nanoscale. It is versatile because an atomic force microscope can not only image in three-dimensional topography, but it also provides various types of surface measurements to the needs of scientists and engineers. It is powerful because an AFM can generate images at atomic resolution with angstrom scale resolution height information, with minimum sample preparation.

Global key players of Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) include Bruker, Park Systems, Oxford Instruments, etc. The top three players hold a share over 27%. North America is the largest market, with a share about 35%, followed by Asia-Pacific and Europe, with share 31% and 28%, separately. In terms of product type, Research Grade AFM is the largest segment, occupied for a share of 61%. In terms of application, Material Science has a share about 44 percent.

This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.

Key Features:

Global Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031

Global Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031

Global Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031

Global Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and ASP (US$/Unit), 2020-2025

The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:

To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries

To assess the growth potential for Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM)

To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market

To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace

This report profiles key players in the global Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Bruker, Park Systems, Oxford Instruments, NT-MDT, HORIBA, Hitachi High-Tech, Nanonics Imaging, Nanosurf, AFMWorkshop, attocube systems AG, etc.

This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.

Market Segmentation

Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.

Market segment by Type
Industrial Grade AFM
Research Grade AFM

Market segment by Application
Material Science
Life Sciences
Semiconductors and Electronics
Academics
Others

Major players covered
Bruker
Park Systems
Oxford Instruments
NT-MDT
HORIBA
Hitachi High-Tech
Nanonics Imaging
Nanosurf
AFMWorkshop
attocube systems AG
NanoMagnetics Instruments
RHK Technology
A.P.E. Research
GETec Microscopy
Concept Scientific Instruments
nano analytik
Suzhou FSM

Market segment by region, regional analysis covers

North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)

Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)

The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:

Chapter 1, to describe Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.

Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM), with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) from 2020 to 2025.

Chapter 3, the Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.

Chapter 4, the Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.

Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.

Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM).

Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.

Table of Contents

132 Pages
1 Market Overview
2 Manufacturers Profiles
3 Competitive Environment: Atomic-force Microscopy (AFM) by Manufacturer
4 Consumption Analysis by Region
5 Market Segment by Type
6 Market Segment by Application
7 North America
8 Europe
9 Asia-Pacific
10 South America
11 Middle East & Africa
12 Market Dynamics
13 Raw Material and Industry Chain
14 Shipments by Distribution Channel
15 Research Findings and Conclusion
16 Appendix
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