Global Atomic Force Microscopy Market was valued at approximately USD 533.83 million in 2023 and is anticipated to grow with a healthy growth rate of more than 5.4% over the forecast period 2024-2032. Atomic force microscopy (AFM) is a critical tool in imaging and measuring surfaces at the nanoscale, providing insights into materials' topography, elasticity, adhesion, and other properties. The adoption of AFM in various industries, including semiconductors, life sciences, and material science, significantly propels market growth. AFM's application extends to fields such as pathology, disease diagnosis, toxicology, and more, making it indispensable in both research and industrial domains.

The market is driven by a robust surge in the adoption of AFM for research and manufacturing processes. AFM's capability to enhance the understanding of material properties at the nanoscale is a key factor driving its demand. The technology's utility in semiconductor manufacturing, especially for circuit editing and failure analysis, further augments market growth. The rise in funding for nanotechnology research by various governments, emphasizing the importance of advanced imaging tools like AFM, significantly contributes to the market expansion. However, the market faces restraints due to potential damage to samples during contact-mode AFM, which can affect the quality of imaging and data integrity. The need for precision and the risk of damaging delicate samples such as biological macromolecules present challenges in the widespread adoption of AFM. Also, opportunities abound with the growing investments in OLED production and expansion. The increasing demand for OLED panels in high-end smartphones has necessitated accurate measurement tools, driving the adoption of AFM for structural geometry analysis and roughness assessment. The advancements in AFM technology, such as reduced system noise and high-throughput rates, are expected to further bolster market growth.

Regionally, Asia Pacific is poised to dominate the market from 2024 to 2032 due to significant investments in R&D and the adoption of advanced technologies in semiconductor and microelectronics industries. North America is also expected to witness substantial growth driven by increased biological research in sectors such as bioprocessing, agriculture, energy, and medicine.

Major market players included in this report are:
Nanosurf AG
Concept Scientific Instruments
Attocube Systems AG
Hitachi High-Technologies Corp (HHT)
Nanonics Imaging Ltd
WITec (Wissenschaftliche Instrumente und Technologie GmbH)
Bruker Corporation
AFM Workshop
Semilab Inc.
HORIBA, Ltd.
Nanomagnetics Instruments
Advanced Technologies Center
Oxford Instruments
NT-MDT Spectrum Instruments
Park Systems
The detailed segments and sub-segment of the market are explained below:
By Offering:
Atomic Force Microscopes
Probes
By Grade:
Industrial Grade AFM
Research Grade AFM
By Application:
Academics
Material Science
Semiconductors and Electronics
Others
By Region:
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
ROE
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
RoAPAC
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
RoLA
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
RoMEA
Years considered for the study are as follows:
Historical year - 2022
Base year - 2023
Forecast period - 2024 to 2032
Key Takeaways:
Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.