Global IR Distance Sensor Market Size And Forecasts 2030
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Global IR Distance Sensor Market Size And Forecasts 2030

Last Updated:  Apr 25, 2025 | Study Period:

GLOBAL IR DISTANCE SENSOR MARKET

 

INTRODUCTION

 

An infrared (IR) distance sensor is a device that uses infrared light to measure the distance between the sensor and an object. These sensors are widely used in various applications, including robotics, automation, and consumer electronics, to detect the presence and proximity of objects.

 

They work based on the principle of emitting infrared light and then measuring the time it takes for the light to bounce back after hitting an object. This time delay is used to calculate the distance between the sensor and the object.

 

One real-world example of an IR distance sensor is in a modern smartphone. Many smartphones have IR distance sensors located near the front-facing camera. These sensors are used for features like facial recognition and gesture control.

 

RECENT DEVELOPMENT

The development of new, inexpensive IR sensors with improved response times that can precisely estimate distances. A new IR sensor that can estimate distances up to 1 m is provided. It is based on the light intensity that is backscattered from objects. 

 

Only a few IR sensors that measure the intensity of reflected light to determine distance from an object have been communicated to but their quick response time makes them particularly appealing for improving the real-time responsiveness of mobile robots.

 

Additionally, extremely directional transducers, which provide superior angular resolution than US transducers, are commercially available. 

 

Thus, it appears that the creation of new, inexpensive IR sensors that can measure distances precisely and quickly is necessary.It is simple to express the amplitude response as a function of the target surface's IR reflection coefficient using a model that only requires one parameter.

 

After an item has been modelled and identified, its distance from the IR sensor can be measured again within 2 ms (the normal response time). With this sensor, users may measure distances from a few centimetres to one metre, with errors that range from 0.1 millimetres for close objects to 10 centimetres for far ones.

 

IR DISTANCE SENSOR MARKET SIZE AND FORECAST

 

IR Distance Sensor Market Share

 

The Global IR distance sensor market accounted for $XX Billion in 2023 and is anticipated to reach $XX Billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of XX% from 2024 to 2030.

 

MARKET DYNAMICS

The Sharp GP2Y0A21YK0F infrared distance measuring sensor measures an object's distance by detecting the reflection of an infrared light beam off it. It can provide accurate readings that are less sensitive to changes in temperature or the reflectance of the object since it triangulates the light beam to determine distance.

 

An affordable analogue to digital converter (ADC) chip can be used to read the sensor's output, which is an analogue voltage that corresponds to the object's distance. To calculate how far away the nearest item is, it returns an analogue voltage.

 

The 3-JST interface wire is 12" long and included. Short-range detection works well with these sensors. Sonar sensors are advised for distances greater than 1 m.

 

The Pololu Digital Distance Sensors operate similarly to Sharp sensors, using either a 3.3 V or 5 V power. They produce a straightforward digital signal that is low if an item is detected inside the given range and high otherwise.

 

They may be used as drop-in replacements in the majority of applications because they have the same indicator LED, pinout, and form factor as our GP2Y0D8x carrier boards (but are much thinner than the Sharp sensors).

 

By measuring the time of flight (ToF) of an invisible bright, eye-safe infrared laser light, these novel sensors employ an on-board rangefinder module to calculate distance.

 

The pulse width output version has a nearly identical appearance to its digital output counterparts, but rather than just reporting the presence or absence of an object, it produces a pulsed signal (comparable to a hobby servo control signal) that encodes the distance it is measuring in the length of each high pulse.

 

Depending on reflectivity and the surrounding environment, timing these pulses allows users to obtain quantitative range readings for targets up to half a metre away.

 

These sensors' printed circuit boards have four numbered surface-mount jumpers close to the mounting hole on the front side that control the working mode of the sensor. To modify its behaviour and even successfully switch the sensor into a different version, users can adjust the jumper connections directly.

 

THIS REPORT WILL ANSWER FOLLOWING QUESTIONS

1. How many IR distance sensors are manufactured per annum globally? Who are the sub-component suppliers in different regions?

2. Cost breakup of a  Global IR distance sensor and key vendor selection criteria

3. Where is the IR distance sensor manufactured? What is the average margin per unit?

4. Market share of Global IR distance sensor market  manufacturers and their upcoming products

5. Cost advantage for OEMs who manufacture Global IR distance sensor in-house

6. 5 key predictions for next 5 years in Global IR distance sensor market

7. Average B-2-B IR distance sensor market price in all segments

8. Latest trends in IR distance sensor market, by every market segment

9. The market size (both volume and value) of the IR distance sensor market in 2022-2030 and every year in between?

10. Production breakup of IR distance sensor market, by suppliers and their OEM relationship

 
Sl noTopic
1Market Segmentation
2Scope of the report
3Abbreviations
4Research Methodology
5Executive Summary
6Introduction
7Insights from Industry stakeholders
8Cost breakdown of Product by sub-components and average profit margin
9Disruptive innovation in the Industry
10Technology trends in the Industry
11Consumer trends in the industry
12Recent Production Milestones
13Component Manufacturing in US, EU and China
14COVID-19 impact on overall market
15COVID-19 impact on Production of components
16COVID-19 impact on Point of sale
17Market Segmentation, Dynamics and Forecast by Geography, 2024-2030
18Market Segmentation, Dynamics and Forecast by Product Type, 2024-2030
19Market Segmentation, Dynamics and Forecast by Application, 2024-2030
20Market Segmentation, Dynamics and Forecast by End use, 2024-2030
21Product installation rate by OEM, 2024
22Incline/Decline in Average B-2-B selling price in past 5 years
23Competition from substitute products
24Gross margin and average profitability of suppliers
25New product development in past 12 months
26M&A in past 12 months
27Growth strategy of leading players
28Market share of vendors, 2024
29Company Profiles
30Unmet needs and opportunity for new suppliers
31Conclusion
32Appendix