Wire-to-Board Connector Market Report 2025

The wire-to-board connector market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $4.93 billion in 2024 to $5.15 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to electronics miniaturization, advancements in the electronics industry, increased automation and robotics, rise in consumer electronics, and development in medical devices.

The wire-to-board connector market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.28 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to Internet of Things (IoT) growth, AI and machine learning integration, electric vehicle (EV) expansion, medical technology advancements, and renewable energy projects. Major trends in the forecast period include 5g technology deployment, high-speed connectors development, the rise of USB type-c connectors, waterproof and sealed connectors, and wireless connectivity integration.

The rising number of data centers is expected to drive the growth of the wire-to-board connector market in the future. A data center is a physical space, building, or structure that houses the IT technology needed to create, execute, and provide applications and services, as well as to store and manage the associated data. Wire-to-board connectors are critical components used in data centers to establish electrical connections between circuit boards and other devices; this leads to increased data transmission speeds and more accurate signals, resulting in reduced heat generation. For example, in September 2024, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, a U.S. government agency, reported that the United States has approximately 5,000 data centers, with demand for these facilities projected to grow by about 9% annually until 2030. Therefore, the increasing number of data centers is propelling the growth of the wire-to-board connector market.

The increasing adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) devices is also expected to contribute significantly to the growth of the wire-to-board connector market. IoT involves a network of physical devices embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies for data exchange over the internet. Wire-to-board connectors play a crucial role in enabling secure and reliable connections within IoT devices, facilitating communication between internal components such as sensors, processors, and communication modules and the main circuit board. The seamless exchange of data and power distribution within IoT devices ensures efficient functionality and communication across the interconnected network of physical objects. According to Dataprot in May 2023, there were over ten billion active IoT devices in use in 2021, and this number is expected to increase to 25.4 billion by 2030. Therefore, the rising adoption of IoT devices is a key factor driving the wire-to-board connector market's growth.

Major companies in the wire-to-board connector market are innovating by introducing new products, such as horizontal wire-to-board connectors. These connectors facilitate electrical connections between printed circuit boards and wires in a side-by-side, horizontal orientation. For instance, in April 2022, KYOCERA AVX Components Corporation launched the UL-approved 9296-400 Series 4mm-pitch horizontal poke-home connectors, offering a compact, high-temperature, and halogen-free SMT package with the industry's lowest height profile for 18-26AWG wire. The connectors support easy strip-and-poke-home wire insertion and twist-and-pull wire extraction, providing high repeatability, mechanical stability, and wire retention strength for applications in machine controls, motors, sensors, LED bulbs, and more.

Major companies in the wire-to-board connector market are focused on creating advanced high-performance solutions, including horizontal poke-home connectors, to improve durability and enable quick connections across various applications. Horizontal poke-home connectors offer a straightforward and efficient method for achieving robust electrical connections, simplifying installation in numerous electronic devices. For example, in April 2022, KYOCERA AVX Components Corporation, a U.S.-based manufacturer of electronic components and solutions, introduced the 9296-400 Series of horizontal poke-home connectors. These connectors feature a compact, high-temperature, and halogen-free SMT package, suitable for 18-26 AWG wire. They facilitate easy wire insertion and extraction, making them well-suited for use in machine controls, motors, sensors, and LED bulbs.

In July 2022, Littelfuse, Inc. expanded its capabilities and technologies in the wire-to-board connector market by acquiring C&K Components Inc., a manufacturer and designer of robust electronic switches and interconnector products, for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition allows Littelfuse to offer comprehensive solutions to a diverse customer base.

Major companies operating in the wire-to-board connector market include Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd., Yamaichi Electronics Co.Ltd., 3M Co., Fujitsu Limited, Luxshare Precision Industry Co. Ltd., Kyocera Corporation, TE Connectivity Ltd., Amphenol Corporation, Molex LLC., Phoenix Contact GmbH and Co KG., ITT Inc., Japan Aviation Electronics Industry Ltd., Panduit Corp., Hirose Electric Co Ltd., Wurth Elektronik GmbH and Co KG., Harting Technology Group, Lemo SA, Samtec Inc., Smiths Interconnect Inc., AVX Corporation, Glenair, Souriau SAS, ERNI Deutschland GmbH, Rosenberger Group, I-PEX Inc., Omnetics Connector Corporation, JST MFG Co Ltd., Nicomatic SA, Advanced Interconnections Corp.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the wire-to-board connector market in 2024 and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the wire-to-board connector market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the wire-to-board connector market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the wire-to-board connector market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

A wire-to-board connector is an electrical connector designed to link a group of individual wires to a printed circuit board (PCB), facilitating the transmission of power and signals to the board. These connectors find application in various settings, including lighting systems, PCB testing, and power supplies.

The primary types of wire-to-board connectors are categorized as below 1.0 mm, 1.0 mm to 2.0 mm, and above 2.0 mm. 'Below 1.0 mm' refers to lengths less than one millimeter (mm). The different styles include accessory, header, housing, plug, receptacle, and socket, and they are employed in transportation, consumer electronics, communications, industries, military applications, and other sectors.

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The wire-to-board connector market consists of sales of pin header connectors, socket connectors, IDC connectors, and Board connectors. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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