Global Circuit Breaker Market - Forecasts from 2025 to 2030

The global circuit breaker market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.94% over the forecast period, increasing from US$7.457 billion in 2025 to US$10.428 billion by 2030.

A circuit breaker is an electrical safety device that interrupts a current flow to prevent overloading, thereby preserving the overall electrical system. Unlike a fuse, which works only once, a circuit breaker allows normal operations to be continuous. The ability of such devices to detect faults in current flow makes them an integral part of vital electrical infrastructure, thereby driving their applicability in power grids, and residential, industrial, and commercial establishments.

Market Trends

• Surging Electricity Demand: Key drivers of market growth include rising electricity demand, the need for reliable power delivery, and escalating consumption driven by rapid economic growth, infrastructure investments, and technological advancements. According to the IEA, electricity's share of total energy consumption grew from 18% in 2015 to 20% in 2023, with global demand increasing by 4.3% in 2024 and projected to grow at nearly 4% through 2027. The IEA Electricity Report 2025 forecasts an unprecedented 3,500 TWh increase in global electricity consumption over the next three years.
• Adoption of Smart Circuit Breakers: The rise of smart circuit breakers is transforming power system management. Equipped with IoT capabilities, sensors, and communication modules, these breakers enable real-time diagnostics, remote control, and predictive maintenance. As power systems become more digitized, utilities and industries are adopting these intelligent protection devices to optimize energy use, reduce downtime, and support automation, particularly in critical applications like data centers, industrial automation, and commercial infrastructure.
• North American Market: The North American circuit breaker market is segmented into the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The U.S., a global leader in industrial development, power generation, and urbanization, is seeing increased electricity demand due to investments in new commercial facilities such as offices, data centers, and business complexes. Additionally, growing electricity consumption in transportation and residential sectors is further driving the demand for circuit breakers in the region.

Some of the major players covered in this report include ABB Ltd., CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited, Eaton Corporation plc, Larsen & Toubro Ltd, BEL Fuse Inc., Salzer Electronics Limited, Hitachi Ltd., Camso Electric Co. Ltd., Toshiba Corporation, Siemens AG among others.

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Report Coverage

• Historical data from 2022 to 2024 & forecast data from 2025 to 2030
• Growth Opportunities, Challenges, Supply Chain Outlook, Regulatory Framework, and Trend Analysis
• Competitive Positioning, Strategies, and Market Share Analysis
• Revenue Growth and Forecast Assessment of segments and regions including countries
• Company Profiling (Strategies, Products, Financial Information, and Key Developments among others)

Global Circuit Breaker Market Segmentation:

By Installation

• Indoor
• Outdoor

ByInsulation type

• Air Circuit Breaker
• Oil Circuit Breaker
• Gas Circuit Breaker
• Others

ByRated Voltage

• Up to 5V
• 5V - 15kV
• 15kV - 60kV
• Above 60kV

By End-users

• Industrial
• Commercial
• Residential

By Region

• North America
  • USA
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Others
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Spain
  • Others
• Middle East and Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Israel
  • Others
• Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Indonesia
  • Taiwan
  • Others