Competitive Landscape Analysis of Global MEMS Optical Switches Market

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Updated on 11/25/2024

DiCon Fiberoptics is a globally leading supplier in the fiber optic communication industry, specializing in passive components, modules, and test instruments. Since its establishment in 1986, the company has been renowned for its innovation in thin-film coating, micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), micro-optical design, and other cutting-edge technologies. DiCon Fiberoptics’ product line includes 1xN MEMS optical switch components, which are highly regarded for their stability, durability, and superior optical performance. These components are widely used across various industries such as telecommunications, data centers, and healthcare, meeting the demands for high-speed data transmission and network management. With primary manufacturing bases in the United States and China, DiCon Fiberoptics serves customers worldwide and has secured a significant position in the photonics market through its extensive product portfolio and technological advancements.

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Profile

Company Name

DiCon Fiberoptics

Website


www.diconfiberoptics.com


Established Time

1986

Manufacturing Base

Mainly in the US, China

Area Served

Worldwide

Contact Information

Tel: (510) 620-5000

Add: 1689 Regatta Blvd, Richmond, CA 94804

MEMS 1XN SWITCH

DiCon’s MEMS 1xN Switch components are produced based on DiCon’s proprietary and proven MEMS tilting mirror technology. This MEMS mirror platform has been built into millions of components for the optical networking industry and comes with a 20 plus years of field deployment record. DiCon’s MEMS Matrix Switches are extremely stable and can operate under open-loop conditions. They have the best-in-the-class durability, repeatability, and optical performance.

DiCon offers a few standard single-mode, multi-mode, and PM fiber components. Other custom options like non-symmetric or multicast configurations, switches with specialty fibers, or switches that can meet special environmental operating conditions, can be specified.

DiCon Fiberoptics’ revenues have increased significantly from $32.66 million in 2021 to $36.89 million in 2022, an increase of approximately 12.9%. Revenues of $40.37 million in 2023 indicate a further expansion of the company’s financial performance.

The average price per unit for DiCon Fiberoptics’ MEMS optical switches increased from $448 in 2021 to $458 in 2022, showing a gentle upward trend. The price for 2023 is $464, which aligns with the overall increasing trend.

Gross margin fluctuated slightly over the years, with 54.41% in 2021, dipping to 52.65% in 2022, and 51.77% in 2023. Despite the minor fluctuations, the gross margin remains relatively stable, indicating consistent profitability.

From 2021 to 2022, DiCon Fiberoptics’ sales increased by approximately 10.6% from 72.9 thousand units to 80.5 thousand units, demonstrating the Company’s strong growth momentum during the year. By 2023, sales further increase to 87.0 thousand units, an increase of approximately 8.1% compared to 2022, demonstrating the Company’s ability to continue to expand market share and increase product sales

DiCon Fiberoptics

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023E

Sales (K Units)

54.2

60.6

63.6

72.9

80.5

87.0

Price (USD/Unit)

428

433

428

448

458

464

Revenue (M USD)

23.21

26.26

27.20

32.66

36.89

40.37

Gross (M USD)

12.33

13.68

13.52

17.77

19.42

20.90

Gross Margin

53.12%

52.08%

49.69%

54.41%

52.65%

51.77%

Orbray is a company with a rich history dating back to 1939, headquartered in Japan. It serves a diverse range of industries including automotive, medical, fashion, information communication, audio, and robotics. The company is known for its development and production of a variety of products such as small motors, fiber optic components, and precision jewelry tools. Orbray’s applications extend to small robots, diaphragm pumps, inner wall metrology systems, and semiconductors. In the realm of fiber optics, Orbray specializes in MEMS (Micro Electro Mechanical System) Optical Switches, which are designed for low insertion loss, flat wavelength dependence loss (WDL), low polarization dependence loss (PDL), and fast switching speeds. These switches are hermetically sealed in metal packages, ensuring high reliability, and are qualified to Telcordia GR-1073 & 1221 standards, making them suitable for various applications such as switching, blocking, and network monitoring. Orbray’s commitment to innovation and quality positions it as a key player in the global fiber optic components market.

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Profile

Company Name

Orbray

Website


orbray.com


Established Time

1939

Manufacturing Base

Mainly in Japan

Area Served

Worldwide

Contact Information

Tel: +81-3-3919-0101

Add: 3-8-22 Shinden, Adachi-ku, Tokyo 123-8511 Japan

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MEMS Optical Switch

Orbray’s MEMS (Micro Electro Mechanical System) Optical Switch are designed a small footprint package with providing low insertion loss, flat wavelength dependence loss (WDL), low polarization dependence loss (PDL) and performing less than 1ms/10ms switching speed.

The Optical Switch has our original robust structure MEMS chip which is patented design. It never happen pull in effect and sticking the mirror during operation. The MEMS chip is hermetic sealed in the metal package by our perfect welding technology to provide high reliability.

Features

Original patented MEMS structure (US 7535620)

Low Insertion Loss

Flat WDL

Low PDL

Low Cross Talk

Excellent operating vibration and shock performance

Compact package

High speed Switching Times (Typ. 0.7 ms)

Qualified to TelcordiaGR-1073 & 1221

RoHSCompliant

Customized flexibility (Multimode, Channel, Wavelength)

Applications

Switching

Blocking

Network Monitoring

Orbray’s sales figures have shown a consistent upward trend, increasing from 37.3 thousand units in 2021 to 45.8 thousand units in 2023. This indicates a strong market presence and the company’s ability to expand its customer base and market share.

The price per unit for Orbray’s MEMS Optical Switches showed minor fluctuations over the years. Starting at $392 in 2018, the price slightly increased to $397 in 2019, then decreased to $392 in 2020, before increasing to $416 in 2022, and $414 in 2023. These fluctuations could be attributed to market dynamics, cost of production adjustments, or strategic pricing to maintain competitiveness.

Revenue has seen a significant increase, from $15.40 million in 2021 to $18.98 million in 2023. This growth in revenue is a positive indicator of the company’s financial health and its success in capturing market opportunities.

Gross margin has experienced some fluctuations, with 54.64% in 2021, dipping to 53.73% in 2022, and 52.88% in 2023. Despite these minor changes, the gross margin remains relatively high, indicating that Orbray maintains a good control over its costs while delivering quality products that command decent margins in the market.

Orbray

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023E

Sales (K Units)

28.9

33.1

33.4

37.3

40.3

45.8

Price (USD/Unit)

392

397

392

413

416

414

Revenue (M USD)

11.34

13.14

13.08

15.40

16.78

18.98

Gross (M USD)

6.03

6.91

6.62

8.41

9.02

10.04

Gross Margin

53.19%

52.59%

50.56%

54.64%

53.73%

52.88%

Coherent Corp is a prominent provider of industrial and fiber laser solutions, specializing in the manufacturing of photonics and offering a comprehensive range of lasers, laser-based technologies, and system solutions. Established in 1966 and headquartered in the USA, Coherent Corp caters to a global market with its diverse product portfolio that includes lasers, laser machines and systems, beam delivery components, and optical fibers. These products are widely used in microelectronics, scientific research, government programs, material processing, and OEM components and instrumentation sectors. In the realm of MEMS optical switches, Coherent Corp provides customized 1xN MEMS switches that are highly reliable and long-lasting, making them ideal for continuous switching applications and compatible with embedded monitoring modules for enhanced network monitoring capabilities. Coherent Corp’s dedication to innovation and quality has established it as a significant player in the photonics and MEMS switches industry.

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Profile

Company Name

Coherent Corp

Website


www.coherent.com


Established Time

1966

Manufacturing Base

Mainly in USA

Area Served

Worldwide

Contact Information

Tel: +1 973 227 1551

Add: 375 Saxonburg Boulevard, Saxonburg, PA, 16056 – United States

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MEMS OPTICAL SWITCHES

Use our custom MEMS optical switches in applications that require continual switching, where their high-reliability and long-lifetimes are major advantages.

These 1xN customized MEMS switches are ideal for use in combination with embedded monitoring modules such as optical channel monitors or optical time domain reflectometers to continuously switch around the network points being monitored.

Coherent Corp has shown a consistent sales performance, with 28.4 thousand units sold in 2021, increasing to 30.2 thousand units in 2022, and 33.7 thousand units projected for 2023. This indicates a controlled growth in market penetration, suggesting a stable customer base and effective sales strategies.

The average price per unit for Coherent Corp’s MEMS Optical Switches has seen a slight increase from $525 in 2021 to $534 in 2023. The minimal fluctuation in price suggests that the company has been able to maintain its pricing power in the market, potentially due to the value proposition of its products.

Revenues grow from $14.89 million in 2021 to $15.86 million in 2022 and to $18 million in 2023. This revenue growth is a positive sign of the Company’s financial health and ability to capitalize on market opportunities.

Gross margin has remained relatively stable, with 53.00% in 2021, increasing slightly to 53.22% in 2022, and 51.58% in 2023. The slight decrease in 2023 is minimal and could be attributed to various factors such as increased production costs or strategic pricing to gain market share. However, the overall stability in gross margin indicates efficient cost management and a strong value proposition.

Coherent Corp

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023E

Sales (K Units)

21.6

24.3

25.1

28.4

30.2

33.7

Price (USD/Unit)

482

485

494

525

525

534

Revenue (M USD)

10.42

11.77

12.39

14.89

15.86

18.00

Gross (M USD)

5.50

6.07

6.13

7.89

8.44

9.28

Gross Margin

52.82%

51.55%

49.45%

53.00%

53.22%

51.58%

Updated on 11/25/2024
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