Circuit Breaker Market Report 2026

The circuit breaker market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.96 billion in 2025 to $8.44 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of power distribution networks, rising industrial electrification, increased construction of residential buildings, growing need for electrical safety devices, adoption of standardized electrical codes.

The circuit breaker market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.46 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in renewable energy integration, expansion of smart grid infrastructure, rising electric vehicle charging installations, modernization of aging power infrastructure, increasing demand for reliable power protection. Major trends in the forecast period include smart and connected circuit breakers, compact and modular breaker designs, enhanced safety and arc fault protection, integration of advanced insulation technologies, rising adoption of energy-efficient protection devices.

The increasing demand for electricity is anticipated to drive the growth of the circuit breaker market in the coming years. Factors such as the widespread use of electronic devices like computers, smartphones, and appliances, higher household and commercial electricity consumption, adoption of smart home technologies, and expanding industrialization contribute to the growing need for electricity. Circuit breakers are vital safety devices in electrical systems, designed to protect against overcurrents and short circuits while allowing manual control and maintenance of electrical circuits. For example, in 2024, Ember-Energy.Org, a UK-based independent global energy think tank, reported that data center electricity demand, estimated at 176 TWh in 2023, is expected to increase by 8-55 TWh in 2024, representing a 5%-31% growth. Consequently, the rising demand for electricity is fueling the expansion of the circuit breaker market.

Leading companies in the circuit breaker market are focusing on technological innovations such as active protection devices to improve electrical safety, reliability, and operational efficiency in industrial and commercial applications. Active protection devices are sophisticated electrical systems that monitor, detect, and automatically respond to faults in real time to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. For example, in October 2024, Schneider Electric SE, a France-based provider of energy management and automation solutions, launched the MasterPacT MTZ Active Circuit Breaker. This device delivers intelligent protection for medium-voltage networks, enhances grid stability, reduces downtime, and allows seamless integration with smart energy management systems. Through digital monitoring and automated control, the MasterPacT MTZ boosts operational efficiency and ensures safe, reliable power distribution across industrial and commercial facilities.

In February 2023, Mitsubishi Electric Corp., a Japan-based global electrical and electronics company, acquired Scibreak AB for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition enables Mitsubishi Electric to strengthen its DC power protection solutions, improve operational reliability in industrial and commercial applications, accelerate technological innovation, and expand its energy management portfolio. Scibreak AB, based in Switzerland, develops DC circuit breakers and provides advanced protection solutions for industrial and commercial power systems.

Major companies operating in the circuit breaker market are Panasonic Corporation, Schneider Electric SE, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., Siemens Energy, ABB Ltd., Toshiba International Corporation, Larsen & Toubro Limited, Eaton Corporation plc, TE Connectivity Ltd., Fuji Electric Co. Ltd., Kirloskar Electric Company Ltd., Andeli Group Co. Ltd., CG Power and Industrial Solutions Ltd., Powell Industries Inc., Terasaki Electric Co. Ltd., Carling Technologies Inc., Industrial Electric Mfg, Efacec Power Solutions, Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co. Ltd., ETA Elektrotechnische Apparate 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 influenced the circuit breaker market by increasing costs for imported electrical components, insulation materials, and manufacturing equipment, impacting overall pricing and project timelines. These effects are most pronounced in industrial, utility, and commercial segments, particularly in Asia-Pacific and Europe where large-scale power infrastructure projects are concentrated. Supply chain disruptions have encouraged manufacturers to reassess sourcing strategies and manage cost pressures. At the same time, tariffs have supported domestic manufacturing investments and strengthened regional supply chains for circuit breakers.

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A circuit breaker is an essential electrical device designed to safeguard electrical circuits from damage caused by overcurrent or short circuits. Its primary function is to halt the flow of electricity automatically when it detects a fault, thereby preventing harm to the electrical system and mitigating the risk of fire or other hazards.

Circuit breakers are categorized into three main types based on voltage levels, low voltage (LV), medium voltage (MV), and high voltage (HV). Low voltage refers to systems and equipment operating at or below 1000 volts (V) AC or 1500 V DC. LV circuit breakers are crucial components in control rooms, distribution networks, lighting systems, communication setups, security systems, and various residential and commercial devices such as doorbells, thermostats, and landscape lighting. They utilize different insulation mediums such as vacuum, air, gas, and oil, and are deployed across both indoor and outdoor applications. End-users of LV circuit breakers include residential, commercial, industrial, and utility sectors.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the circuit breaker market in 2025. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the circuit breaker market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the circuit breaker market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The circuit breakers market consists of the sale of miniature circuit breakers (MCBs), molded case circuit breakers (MCCBs), air circuit breakers (ACBs), vacuum circuit breakers, and gas circuit breakers. 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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