IR Illuminators Market Report 2025

The IR illuminators market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.24 billion in 2024 to $1.35 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing adoption in surveillance systems, military and defense applications, expansion of law enforcement technologies, increased demand in wildlife observation, commercial and industrial surveillance.

The IR illuminators market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.02 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to smart city initiatives, rise in border security concerns, increasing integration with ai and analytics, expanding applications in critical infrastructure, growing interest in wildlife conservation. Major trends in the forecast period include wireless connectivity and integration, rise in demand for covert illumination, use of low-maintenance materials, application in emerging technologies, customization for specific environments.

The anticipated increase in demand for surveillance cameras is set to drive the growth of the IR illumination market in the future. Surveillance cameras, which transmit real-time recordings to a central location within a local area network (LAN), are widely used for home, office, or property surveillance. IR illuminators, when integrated with video surveillance, enhance visibility for cameras during nighttime or low-light conditions. Therefore, the heightened demand for surveillance is expected to contribute to an increased demand for IR illuminators. For example, as reported by the Atlantic Organization in October 2022, China had 416 million surveillance cameras in 2021. Additionally, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the United States witnessed a 21% increase in surveillance camera installations, reaching 85 million installations in 2021. Hence, the growing demand for surveillance is a key factor propelling the growth of the IR illuminators market.

The rise in concerns related to terrorism is expected to drive the growth of the IR illuminators market. Terrorism involves the systematic use of violence, intimidation, or coercion for political, ideological, or religious purposes. IR illuminators can be utilized in terrorist activities to enhance night vision capabilities, aiding in the planning and execution of activities under the cover of darkness. For instance, the Global Terrorism Index by the Institute for Economics & Peace reported in March 2023 that terrorist attacks in 2022 became more deadly, with an average of 1.7 people killed per attack compared to 1.3 deaths in 2021. The growing concerns about terrorism contribute to the increasing demand for IR illuminators in the market.

A significant trend gaining popularity in the IR illuminators market is product innovation. Major companies in this market are embracing the development of innovative products to maintain their competitive positions. For instance, in March 2023, GJD, a UK-based manufacturing company, introduced the Clarius Medium Hybrid IP IR/WL LED illuminator. This hybrid illuminator combines advanced LED white light and infrared technology, emitting infrared light for night-time CCTV recordings in black and white or white light for color images. It features unique characteristics such as stealth infrared, brilliant white light for visual deterrence, and removable diffusers for precise light direction and minimal light waste. The hybrid illuminator offers versatility, providing security systems with the advantages of both illuminators and high-quality images, and it is designed for dedicated lighting for IP cameras.

Major companies in the IR illuminators market are strategically focusing on developing smart camera series that incorporate advanced technologies, including Smart Codec technology, to enhance night monitoring capabilities and drive market revenues. Smart Codec technology is an advanced video compression technique that reduces bit rates and storage costs while maintaining high-quality video content. For example, Dahua Technology, a China-based video-centric AIoT solution provider, launched the Full-color Smart Dual Illuminators Camera Series in June 2022. These cameras integrate warm and infrared light with three supplementary modes for clear full-color images in night and low-light monitoring. The integration of deep learning algorithms allows the cameras to switch between IR and Full-color modes based on detected targets, reducing light pollution. The use of Smart Codec technology enhances storage efficiency, making it suitable for various applications such as residential areas, retail stores, schools, and hospitals.

In July 2024, ON Semiconductor Corporation, a U.S.-based supplier of semiconductors, acquired SWIR Vision Systems Inc. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aligns with Onsemi's overarching strategy to broaden its offerings in the imaging and sensing markets, particularly in areas that require advanced infrared (IR) capabilities, thereby strengthening its expertise in infrared illumination technology. SWIR Vision Systems Inc., also a U.S.-based technology firm, is known for its pioneering work in quantum-dot-based infrared image sensors.

Major companies operating in the IR illuminators market include Honeywell International Inc., Pulsar N, Night Optics USA Inc., Raytec Ltd., ACTi Corporation, American Dynamics, Arecont Vision LLC, ATN Corp, Axis Communications AB, Pelco Products Inc., Bosch Security Systems Inc., Sightmark, Hikvision Digital Technology Co Ltd., Vortran Laser Technology, Advanced Illumination, Advanced Photonix, Aegis Electronic Group, Aixtron, Ametek, Andor Technology, Applied Materials, Avantes, FLIR Systems.

North America was the largest region in the IR Illuminators market in 2024. The regions covered in the ir illuminators market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the ir illuminators market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

IR (infrared) illuminators are devices designed to emit infrared light to improve visibility in low-light or no-light conditions. Infrared light falls outside the range of human vision but can be detected by specific cameras and imaging systems. IR illuminators are widely used in surveillance and image capture applications.

The primary types of IR illuminators include compact IR, panoramic, and long-range IR illuminators. Compact IR illuminators are devices equipped with a high-quality LED light source. Within this category, there are specific product types such as IR laser illuminators and IR LED illuminators, both applied in applications such as night vision cameras, surveillance, and others.

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The IR illuminators market consists of sales of thermal imaging cameras, infrared laser illuminators, and infrared flood lights. 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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