Visible and UV Laser Diode Market Report 2026

The visible and uv laser diode market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.6 billion in 2025 to $3.81 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising demand for basic laser systems in industrial processing, growth of early optical communication applications, increased usage of visible lasers for medical and scientific purposes, adoption of uv lasers in microelectronics, expansion of foundational lithography systems.

The visible and uv laser diode market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.81 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for high-precision semiconductor processing, rising adoption of advanced medical laser treatments, growth in compact high-power laser modules, expansion of automation-driven laser manufacturing, increasing use of uv lasers in microfabrication. Major trends in the forecast period include advancement of AI-assisted laser diagnostics, expansion of intelligent manufacturing for high-purity laser diodes, integration of IoT-enabled laser monitoring systems, growth of digitally controlled lithography and processing, rising adoption of laser-based biomedical technologies.

In January 2023, TOPTICA Photonics AG, a Germany-based laser manufacturer, acquired a majority stake in Azurlight Systems SAS for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, TOPTICA aims to strengthen its European presence and accelerate the development of high-performance fiber laser solutions by integrating Azurlight’s expertise in low-noise amplifiers and tunable diode lasers into its product portfolio. Azurlight Systems is a France-based fiber technology company that offers visible and UV laser diodes.

Major industry players are strategically committed to advancing their product portfolios with innovations such as Deep Ultraviolet (Deep UV) lasers to gain a competitive edge. Deep UV lasers emit light in the short-wavelength range of approximately 100 to 400 nanometers. In January 2023, IPG Photonics Corporation, a US-based company specializing in fiber laser technology, introduced three advanced Deep UV lasers incorporating proprietary non-linear crystals. These lasers offer superior reliability and flexibility compared to conventional frequency conversion materials, catering to diverse industries and micromachining applications. The lineup includes a 3-watt continuous wave, single-frequency fiber laser at 266 nm, a 5-watt nanosecond pulsed fiber laser at 266 nm, and a 5-watt picosecond pulsed fiber laser at 257 nm, addressing various applications such as inspection, spectroscopy, precision tasks on challenging materials, micro-cutting, and drilling in industries such as PCBs and flat panel displays.

In January 2023, TOPTICA Photonics AG, a Germany-based laser manufacturer, acquired a majority stake in Azurlight Systems SAS for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, TOPTICA aims to strengthen its European presence and accelerate the development of high-performance fiber laser solutions by integrating Azurlight’s expertise in low-noise amplifiers and tunable diode lasers into its product portfolio. Azurlight Systems is a France-based fiber technology company that offers visible and UV laser diodes.

Major companies operating in the visible and uv laser diode market are OSRAM International GmbH, OSI Laser Diode Inc., TRUMPF GmbH, Nichia Corporation, MKS Instruments, Thorlabs Inc., Ushio Inc., Coherent Inc., Jenoptik AG, BluGlass Limited, RPMC Lasers Inc., TOPTICA eagleyard GmbH, AMS Technologies AG, Apollo Instruments Inc., B&W Tek Inc., Crystal IS Inc., DILAS Diode Laser Inc., Edmund Optics Inc., Frankfurt Laser Company, Hamamatsu Photonics K, Holo/Or Ltd, Kigre Inc., Laser Components GmbH.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have raised the cost of semiconductor substrates, doping materials, optical components, and precision fabrication equipment used in visible and UV laser diode manufacturing. Industrial, scientific, and medical sectors in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America face higher procurement costs and extended lead times. However, tariffs are prompting localized diode fabrication, boosting regional supply chains, and supporting innovation in cost-efficient, high-reliability laser technologies.

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The visible laser diodes encompass lasers operating within wavelengths spanning 404 to 690 nanometers, while UV laser diodes typically emit light within the 200 to 389 nanometer range, characterized by high photon energies. These diodes are employed across various sectors including lithography, medical applications, micromachining, cleaning processes, and semiconductor manufacturing.

Within the realm of visible and UV laser diodes, the primary product variants include single-mode and multi-mode configurations. Single-mode laser diodes comprise a single light-emitting region and typically feature one diode per package, delivering output power starting from mWs. These diodes are produced using doping materials such as AlGaInP, GaN, InGaN, and find extensive application across industrial, defense, scientific, medical, and diverse sectors.North America was the largest region in the visible and UV laser diode market in 2025. The regions covered in the visible and uv laser diode market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the visible and uv laser diode market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The visible and UV laser market consists of sales of gas lasers, solid-state lasers, fiber lasers, liquid lasers, and semiconductor lasers. 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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