Fiber Optic Connector

You'll reap nothing but benefits from this premier market analysis and 10-year forecast of global production, consumption, and trade balance for each significant connector type: singlemode and multimode. Connector forecasts are presented for use in telecommunications, premise data networks, cable television, military/aerospace, specialty, and nonproduction applications. Market share estimates and vendor profiles are also presented in a detailed competitive analysis.

Comprehensive Forecast For each major region, for each year 1999-2009, this 1,000-page study forecasts the quantity, average price and value of singlemode and multimode fiber optic connectors and mechanical splices. Further segmentation by type is included for each significant country within each region. Over 100 graphics illustrate the conclusions and analysis.

The global fiber optic connector and mechanical splice consumption in 1999 was $716.5 million. The consumption value will increase at an annual growth rate of 18.9 percent per year over the next five years, with strongly rising quantity growth partially offset by declining average prices. Over the 2004-2009 period, the consumption value growth will reach $4.9 billion.a The global connector/mechanical splice consumption is driven by a dramatic increase in bandwidth demand beyond the limits of copper.

North America Leads North America’s consumption will decline from 51 percent in 1999 to 42 percent by 2009. Global consumption will be stimulated by favorable national economic policies and the trend toward telecom liberalization.

Methodology

ElectroniCast Forecasts are based on an analysis and forecast of the basic driving forces: technology, economics and government action. The knowledge and experience of the analysts are critical factors in the final results of the programs. Research techniques include:

• Interviews with fiber optic and electronic connector product providers, fiber and related product providers, fiber optic system and equipment designers, advanced photonics researchers, marketing and purchasing management: in person and by telephone.
• Industry data review: technical publications and conference proceedings; trade association data; governmental statistics; financial reports; product literature and contract awards.
• Input/output trend analysis, relating demand and technology trends to user and supplier industries.

The conclusions of this study were based mainly on primary market research consisting of interviews of executives who influence future network product trends, including:

• Carrier equipment buyers
• Procurement directors
• Network planning managers
• Network design managers
• Carrier standards/specifications committee chair
• Service product development managers
• Vendor connector/splice product marketing managers
• Vendor connector/splice product planning managers
• Standards/specifications group product managers
• Corporate communication managers

Interviews were conducted with end users (OEMs, leading telcos, MSOs), corporate communication managers, and connector vendors.

ElectroniCast is committed to continuing research and forecasting in broadband networks and products, photonics and fiber optics technologies, and their markets, as well as research in related areas. Other related programs include:

• Fiber Optic Forecast Service (since 1985)
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• Optical Add/Drop Mux and Components Forecast

In addition, ElectroniCast performs detailed custom studies. Past topics have included: high-power laser diodes; microwave fiber optic components; video transport systems; polymeric fibers; cost estimating model software; OPGW, harsh environment and other specialized fiber optic cables; deep-infrared fibers; fiber optic instruments; cost analyses and audits of telecommunications equipment. Custom program formats include: consulting retainers; market research programs; strategic objective reviews; and competitive analyses.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Executive Summary

1.1 Fiber Optic Connector/Mechanical Splice Global Market Overview

1.2 Fiber Optics Industry Overview

1.2.1 General Overview

1.3 Communication Industry Trends

1.4 Service Provider Trends

2. Global Connector/Mechanical Splice Market

2.1 Global Connector Market Overview

2.2 North America Connector Market Forecast

2.3 European Connector Market Forecast

2.4 Japan-Pacific Rim Connector Market Forecast

2.5 South America Connector Market Forecast

2.6 Rest of World Connector Market Forecast

3. Global Application Review, By Region

3.1 Overview

3.2 North America

3.3 Japan and Pacific Rim

3.3.1 Japan

3.3.2 South Korea

3.3.3 Taiwan

3.3.4 Mainland China/Hong Kong

3.3.5 Australia

3.3.6 Rest of RIM

3.4 South America

3.4.1 Argentina

3.4.2 Brazil

3.4.3 Chile

3.4.4 Venezuela

3.4.5 Other South American Countries

3.5 Europe

3.5.1 France

3.5.2 Germany

3.5.3 Italy

3.5.4 The United Kingdom

3.5.5 Rest of Europe

3.6 Rest of World

4. Competitive Analysis & Profiles

4.1 Overview

4.2 Vendor Profiles

4.3 Competitor Profiles

5. Methodology

5.1 Research and Analysis Methodology

5.2 Assumptions of the 2000 Optical Component Market Forecast

6. Definitions

6.1 Acronyms, Abbreviations, and General Terms

6.2 Data Base Category Definitions

7. Market Forecast Data Base

7.1 Overview

7.2 Tutorial

7.3 Data Base Category Definitions

List of Figures

1.1.1 Global Connector/Splice Consumption, by Region

1.2.1 Evolution of Research Emphasis During Technology Life Cycle

1.2.2 Evolving to the All-Optical Network

1.3.1 Evolution of Communication Channels

1.3.2 Telecommunication Network Bandwidth Trend

1.3.3 Network Bandwidth Expansion Alternatives

1.3.4 Network Bandwidth Expansion Alternatives; Expansion Potential

1.3.5 Divergence of New Product Introduction Cycle Time and Acceptance Cycle Time

1.3.6 The Bimodal Market

1.4.1 Data Revenue by Regional Bell Operating Companies, 1998-1999

2.1.1 Distribution Center

2.1 2 Selected Fiber Optic Connectors

2.1.3 Connector Product Flow

3.2.1 IXC’s Network

3.2.2 Williams Network Coverage, 1999

3.2.3 Cox’s Ring-in-Ring Architecture

3.2.4 TCI’s Dual Ring Star/Bus Architecture

3.2.5 Adjustment of I/O Based Forecasts

3.3.4.1 China’s National Network

3.5.4.1 The Torch Telecom Network

4.3.1 Polymeric Film Optical Waveguide for VCSEL Array Interface

4.3.2 Cost Trend of Optical Access System Connection

7.1.1 Global Application Categories

7.2.1 Data Base Use Example

List of Tables

1.1.1 Fiber Optic Connector/Splice Global Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Value Basis)

1.1.2 Fiber Optic Connector/Splice Global Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Quantity Basis)

2.1.1 Fiber Optic Connector Application Category List

2.1.2 Fiber Optic Connector Category List

2.1.3 Global Connector/Splice Consumption, by Region

2.1.4 Global Connector/Splice Quantity Consumption, by Region

2.1.5 Global Connector/Splice Consumption In Value ($ M), by Type

2.1.6 Global Connector/Splice Quantity Consumption, by Type

2.2.1 Fiber Optic Connector/Splice North American Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Value Basis)

2.2.2 Fiber Optic Connector/Splice North American Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Quantity Basis)

2.2.3 Fiber Optic Connector North American Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Value Basis)

2.2.4 Fiber Optic Connector North American Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Quantity Basis)

2.2.5 Fiber Optic Singlemode Connector North American Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Value Basis)

2.2.6 Fiber Optic Singlemode Connector North American Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Quantity Basis)

2.2.7 Fiber Optic Multimode Connector North American Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Value Basis)

2.2.8 Fiber Optic Multimode Connector North American Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Quantity Basis)

2.2.9 Fiber Optic Connector/Splice North American Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Value Basis)

2.2.10 Fiber Optic Connector/Splice North American Consumption Market Forecast, by Application (Quantity Basis)

2.2.11 Singlemode Connector North American Market Forecast, by Application (Value Basis)

2.2.12 Singlemode Connector North American Market Forecast, by Application (Quantity Basis)

2.2.13 Multimode Connector North American Consumption Market Forecast, by Application (Value Basis)

2.2.14 Multimode Connector North American Consumption Market Forecast, by Application (Quantity Basis)

2.3.1 Fiber Optic Connector/Splice European Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Value Basis)

2.3.2 Fiber Optic Connector/Splice European Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Quantity Basis)

2.3.3 Fiber Optic Connector European Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Value Basis)

2.3.4 Fiber Optic Connector European Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Quantity Basis)

2.3.5 Fiber Optic Singlemode Connector European Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Value Basis)

2.3.6 Fiber Optic Singlemode Connector European Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Quantity Basis)

2.3.7 Fiber Optic Multimode Connector European Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Value Basis)

2.3.8 Fiber Optic Multimode Connector European Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Quantity Basis)

2.3.9 Fiber Optic Connector/Splice European Consumption Market Forecast, by Application (Value Basis)

2.3.10 Fiber Optic Connector/Splice European Consumption Market Forecast, by Application (Quantity Basis)

2.3.11 Singlemode Connector European Market Forecast, by Application (Value Basis)

2.3.12 Singlemode Connector European Market Forecast, by Application (Quantity Basis)

2.3.13 Multimode Connector European Consumption Market Forecast, by Application (Value Basis)

2.3.14 Multimode Connector European Consumption Market Forecast, by Application (Quantity Basis)

2.4.1 Fiber Optic Connector/Splice Japan-Pacific Rim Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Value Basis)

2.4.2 Fiber Optic Connector/Splice Japan-Pacific Rim Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Quantity Basis)

2.4.3 Fiber Optic Connector Japan-Pacific Rim Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Value Basis)

2.4.4 Fiber Optic Connector Japan-Pacific Rim Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Quantity Basis)

2.4.5 Fiber Optic Singlemode Connector Japan-Pacific Rim Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Value Basis)

2.4.6 Fiber Optic Singlemode Connector Japan-Pacific Rim Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Quantity Basis)

2.4.7 Fiber Optic Multimode Connector Japan-Pacific Rim Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Value Basis)

2.4.8 Fiber Optic Multimode Connector Japan-Pacific Rim Consumption Market Forecast, by Type (Quantity Basis)

2.4.9 Fiber Optic Connector/Splice Japan-Pacific Rim Consumption Market Forecast, by Application (Value Basis)

2.4.10 Fiber Optic Connector/Splice Japan-Pacific Rim Consumption Market Forecast, by Application (Quantity Basis)

2.4.1 Singlemode Connector Japan-Pacific Rim Market Forecast, by Application (Value Basis)

2.4.12 Singlemode Connector Japan/Pacific Rim Market Forecast, by Application (Quantity Basis)

2.4.13 Multimode Connector Japan-Pacific Rim Consumption Market Forecast, by Application (Value Basis)

2.4.14 Multimode Connector Japan-Pacific Rim Cons