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Power Line Communications (PLC) IC Market was valued at 3013 million in 2024 and is projected to reach US$ 6769 million by 2032, at a CAGR of 12.6% during the forecast period.
• The global Power Line Communications (PLC) IC Market was valued at 3013 million in 2024 and is projected to reach US$ 6769 million by 2032, at a CAGR of 12.6% during the forecast period. This growth comes despite semiconductor market challenges, where global sales reached USD 580 billion in 2022 with modest 4.4% growth following 26.2% expansion in 2021.
• PLC ICs are specialized semiconductor components that enable data transmission over existing power lines, eliminating the need for additional wiring infrastructure. These integrated circuits form the backbone of powerline communication networks, supporting broadband, narrowband, and mid-band applications across smart grid, home automation, and industrial IoT systems. Key technology variants include G.hn, PRIME, G3-PLC, and IEEE 1901.1 standards.
• The market is segmented based on type into:
• Broadband PLC ICs
• Subtypes: G.hn standard, HomePlug AV, IEEE 1901, and others
• Narrowband PLC ICs
• Subtypes: G3-PLC, PRIME, Meters & More, KNX, and others
• Mid-band PLC ICs
• Others
• The market is segmented based on application into:
• Distribution Network Automation
• Smart Meter/Meter Reading
• Smart Street Light
• Smart Home
• Others
• Infineon Technologies (Germany)
• Leaguerme (China)
• Nisshinbo Micro Devices (Japan)
• Renesas Electronics Corporation (Japan)
• Maxim Integrated (U.S.)
• Intellon (Qualcomm Atheros) (U.S.)
• Microchip (U.S.)
• Shanghai Belling (China)