Solid-State Laser Market Report 2026

The solid-state laser market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.15 billion in 2025 to $3.47 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of industrial automation, expansion of semiconductor manufacturing, rising use of lasers in medical procedures, increased defense and military spending, demand for precision material processing.

The solid-state laser market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.02 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of electric vehicle manufacturing, increasing adoption of laser-based additive manufacturing, growth in minimally invasive medical treatments, rising demand for microfabrication and electronics, advancements in high-efficiency laser materials. Major trends in the forecast period include high-power solid-state lasers for heavy industrial processing, miniaturization of solid-state laser systems, increased adoption of diode-pumped solid-state lasers, demand for higher beam quality and precision, customization of laser sources for specific applications.

The increasing automation in manufacturing is expected to fuel the growth of the solid-state laser market. Automation involves using technology, machinery, and control systems to carry out production processes with minimal human involvement. This approach enhances efficiency, accuracy, and consistency while cutting labor costs and reducing errors. As automation becomes more widespread, it saves time and money, increases output, improves quality, and decreases reliance on workers. Solid-state lasers play a key role in manufacturing by enabling precise cutting, welding, marking, and material processing with high efficiency. For example, in September 2024, the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), a German-based non-profit organization, reported a 51% increase in industrial robot installations in the UK, reaching 3,830 units. In the Americas, over 50,000 units were installed for the third consecutive year, totaling 55,389 units in 2023. These trends indicate that growing automation in manufacturing is a major driver of the solid-state laser market.

Leading companies in the solid-state laser market are focusing on developing advanced products such as single-emitter laser diodes to improve beam quality, boost efficiency, increase output power, and broaden applications in areas such as telecommunications, medical devices, industrial manufacturing, and scientific research. A single-emitter laser diode is a type of semiconductor laser where light is produced from a single, small active region (emitter) on the diode chip. For example, in June 2025, Coherent Corp, a US-based semiconductor manufacturer, introduced the SES18-880A-190-10, a high-power 880 nm single-emitter laser diode on sub mount designed for efficient and reliable pumping of diode-pumped solid-state (DPSS) lasers. This device delivers 18 W optical output, over 62% efficiency, and a 97% polarization extinction ratio, offering enhanced performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Built on Coherent’s 6-inch GaAs wafer platform with vertically integrated manufacturing, it provides excellent thermal management and beam quality. Engineered to surpass traditional 808 nm pumping, it reduces thermal challenges while improving mode quality.

In March 2025, Laserax Inc., a Canadian industrial laser systems manufacturer, acquired DPSS Lasers Inc. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is intended to broaden Laserax’s expertise in ultraviolet (UV) and short-pulsed laser technologies, expand its product offerings, and reinforce its standing in the global industrial laser systems market. DPSS Lasers Inc., based in the US, specializes in producing high-power, 355 nm ultraviolet (UV) solid-state lasers.

Major companies operating in the solid-state laser market are TRUMPF GmbH + Co. KG, Coherent Inc., IPG Photonics Corporation, Jenoptik Aktiengesellschaft, Spectra-Physics a division of MKS Instruments Inc., Lumibird Group, nLIGHT Inc., EKSPLA UAB, Laser Quantum Limited, RPMC Lasers Inc., Omicron Laserage Laserprodukte GmbH, YSL Photonics Inc., Powerlase Photonics Ltd., Optogama UAB, Laserline GmbH, Teem Photonics SA, Oxxius SAS, Radiantis S.A., Skylark Laser Systems Inc., Xiton Photonics 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 had a mixed impact on the solid-state laser market by increasing costs for critical components such as laser crystals, diodes, and precision optics, thereby affecting overall system pricing and supply chain stability. Manufacturing and aerospace and defense segments are most affected, particularly in regions reliant on cross-border trade such as Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America. These tariffs have slowed procurement cycles and raised capital expenditure for end users. However, they have also encouraged local manufacturing, supplier diversification, and increased investment in domestic laser production capabilities, creating long-term opportunities for regional players.

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A solid-state laser produces a coherent light beam by utilizing a solid material, usually a crystal or glass infused with ions, as its medium for amplifying light. It is powered optically through flashlamps or laser diodes to generate its output. These lasers are favored for their efficiency and capacity to create high-power beams, making them common in manufacturing processes such as cutting and welding, medical procedures such as surgeries and skin treatments, and military applications including targeting and range-finding.

The primary types of solid-state lasers are continuous wave (CW) lasers and pulsed lasers. Continuous wave lasers emit a steady, uninterrupted beam with consistent output over time. Important variants include diode-pumped solid-state lasers (DPSSL), fiber lasers, disk lasers, thin slab lasers, and optically pumped semiconductor lasers (OPSL). These lasers operate across a wide range of wavelengths, from ultraviolet (UV) to visible, infrared (IR), and mid-infrared (MIR), and are applied in cutting, welding, marking, engraving, and other tasks across industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, aerospace and defense, and scientific research.North America was the largest region in the solid-state laser market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the solid-state laser market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the solid-state laser market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The solid-state laser market consists of sales of Nd:YAG lasers, Nd:YVO₄ lasers, Ti:sapphire lasers, diode-pumped solid-state (DPSS) lasers, and UV solid-state 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.

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