The global RF front end module market grew at a CAGR of around 12% during 2014-2019.
A radio frequency (RF) front end module refers to a device panel that combines all circuits between the antenna and the receiver. It consists of an RF filter, amplifier, local oscillator, mixer and multiple switches. It is commonly used to minimize the image response and prevent strong out-of-band signals from saturating the input stages. The module is also used for switching between the radio signal and baseband frequency in wireless systems and frequency modulation (FM) radios to encode/decode the signals during transmission. Thus, it is widely used in the manufacturing of consumer electronics, automobiles, military equipment and wireless communication tools, such as in-home devices, smart thermostats, wearables, internet of things (IoT) devices, smart lighting, sensors and range extenders.
Rapid digitalization, along with growing industrial automation, especially in developing economies, represents one of the key factors creating a positive outlook for the market. Furthermore, with the increasing use of social networking platforms and IoT devices, there is a substantial rise in the traffic generated from data-intensive industries, such as banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI). This has enhanced the consumer preference for smart devices equipped with innovative RF front end modules, which, in turn, is contributing to the market growth.
Additionally, various technological advancements, such as the development of silicon-on-insulator (SOI) substrates, are acting as other growth-inducing factors. RF-SOI substrates support the functioning of 3G, 4G/LTE and future network requirements to enable faster and reliable data transmission. Other factors, including the commercialization of 5G technology, along with significant improvements in the information technology (IT) infrastructure, are anticipated to drive the market further. Looking forward, the publisher expects the global RF front end module market to continue its strong growth during the next five years.
