Fuse Link Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Type (Type K Links, Type T Links, Type H Links, Others), By Application (Distribution, Semiconductor, Others) And Regional Forecast, 2024-2032

A fuse link is a "sacrificial" thermal overload, electrical overcurrent, or short-circuit protection device. The device is based on a metal strip or wire fusion to break the circuit and activate the safety mechanism. The links or wires used in fuses are manufactured to melt at a predetermined temperature or current value, making the level of protection they provide predictably. Fuse link devices are divided into two basic categories: mechanical and electrical. Mechanical fuse-links activate safety mechanisms, such as fire sprinklers, and electrical fuses disconnect the circuit in the event of an electrical failure.

A fuse link is required to connect the power plant to the switchgear and the power grid. It is one of the essential key elements in an electrical system. Ensures power system protection and regulates power. Growing concerns about the reliability of renewable energies are driving the power generation and distribution market for renewable energies, further leading the global market. Renewable energies are likely to account for a large proportion of the total future generation composition. Increasing renewable energy generation stimulates increased demand for fuse-links, essential for protecting and controlling power systems.

• According to U.A.E. Energy Strategy 2050, the country aims to reduce the carbon footprint of power generation by 70% by taking the current 25% clean energy contribution to 50% by 2050. The government has proposed to invest AED 600 billion by 2050 for the same.


• According to International Energy Agency, the global power capacity addition by 2026 is anticipated to constitute almost 95% of renewable power.

The demand for fuse-links is expected to decrease due to the unprotected nature and the frequent need to replace them after each overload accident. This can be difficult as this happens frequently and the installation of fuse-links has repeated costs. The challenge in the fuse link market is the addition of the new circuit breakers to circuits to prevent overload current conditions in electrical systems. These trends may restrain the global fuse link market growth during the forecast period.

Fuse links can be found as type K, type T, type H, or others. The type H segment is highly used to protect general-purpose branch circuits, lighting circuits, and metaphors like electric ovens and resistor heaters with cartridge fuse links. There are reproducible and non-renewable Class H fuse links. The user can replace the internal anchorage fuse link through the renewable fuse link after the fuse has been activated. These unique features will help the type h segment progress.

The Asia Pacific, mainly China, dominates the global market for fuse-links and is projected to grow magnanimously during the forecast period. The region's focused effort on adopting new technology and reducing reliance on crude oils to reduce carbon footprint is anticipated to bolster the regional growth. Mainland China accounted for 894,879 MW of total renewable energy capacity in 2020, portraying over 18% year-on-year growth.

IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON THE FUSE LINK MARKET

The fuse link market size is expected to grow faster after the COVID-19 pandemic. The market was affected due to lower energy demand during the pandemic, which reduced power infrastructure developments in the period. But the rise in dependence on clean fuels and smarter grids is anticipated to bolster market growth.

• According to the BP Statistical Review of World Energy, the world's primary energy consumption reduced by -4.5% year-on-year in 2020 to 557.10 exajoules due to lower energy demand in the pandemic.


• The International Energy Agency in 2020 announced that the COVID-19 pandemic reduced the adoption of on-grid and off-grid power connections, with the number of people without access almost 2% by 2021.

KEY INSIGHTS

The report will cover the following key insights:

• Recent Advancements in Fuse Link


• Key Industry Trends


• Regulatory Landscape for Fuse Link


• Key Industry Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, and Partnerships)


• Impact of COVID-19 on the Market

ANALYSIS BY APPLICATION

According to the application, the fuse link market is divided into distribution, semiconductor, and others. The distribution sector represents the highest market share and will continue to dominate the forecast period. The distribution segment is estimated to lead the market for fuse-links. This is due to the increase in electricity demand and the replacement of aging infrastructure. A study by the U.S. Department of Energy showed that the aging power grid caused an expenditure of almost USD 70 billion annually to the government. This has urged the government to develop plans for replacing power grids in the country. One of the drivers of the growth of this market segment is the progress of global industrialization and the rapid development of infrastructure, which is generating massive demand for electricity and investment for the improvement and modernization of the energy sector.

REGIONAL ANALYSIS

North America is a major market for fuse-links due to increased clean energy development programs and increased investment in smarter grid installations in the region. Europe will also play an essential role in the global market for large-scale planning for the renewable energy sector. The Middle East & Africa, and Latin American regions are growing due to increasing government efforts for power transmission and distribution infrastructure development. The Asia Pacific is estimated to be the largest and fastest-growing market in the global fuse link market share. This region is experiencing increasing demand for electricity due to rapid urbanization and industrialization. China has become a significant consumer of smart grid technology as the Chinese energy environment has changed significantly. The smart grid requirements are also supported by China's focus on energy efficiency and clean energy use and the need to transform the country's electricity industry. China will see a significant increase in solar power generation with over 75 GW of installed capacity addition by 2022. Therefore, the demand for fuse links is increasing. 

KEY PLAYERS COVERED

The report will include profiles of key players such as Eaton, Apator, Camsco, Df Electric, EFEN GmbH, Hubbell Power Systems, Ifö Electric AB, Indel Bauru, Jean Müller GmbH, KONČAR Group, Littelfuse, Inc., OEZ s.r.o., and Siemens.

SEGMENTATION

KEY INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS

• On April 16, 2021, Siemens Smart Infrastructure released the new Sentron 3NA COM LVHRC fuse-link with integrated communication and measurement functions. The compact unit is designed for low voltage grids up to 400 volts and can be used in secondary substations or industrial plants. LV HRC fuse-links can protect grids and plants from short circuits and overloads and measure currents.


• In April 2020, Eaton's Bussmann Series Battery Storage Fuse Link was released. Eaton's Bussmann series is specially designed to protect and separate battery array couplers and separators. They can block low overcurrents associated with defective battery storage systems.