Active Mixers:
The active mixers segment is expected to dominate the RF mixers market during the forecast period. Active mixers offer high linearity, low noise, and better performance compared to passive mixers. These features make active mixers suitable for applications in wireless infrastructure, aerospace & defense, and test & measurement industries. The increasing demand for high-performance RF mixers in these industries is driving the growth of the active mixers segment.
Passive Mixers:
The passive mixers segment is also expected to witness significant growth in the RF mixers market. Passive mixers are cost-effective and simple in design, making them preferred choice for applications in wired broadband, industrial, and other industries. The growing need for cost-effective RF mixers with decent performance characteristics is contributing to the growth of the passive mixers segment in the market.
Application Analysis:
Among the various applications of RF mixers, the wireless infrastructure segment is anticipated to hold the largest market share. The increasing adoption of 4G and 5G technologies and the expansion of wireless network infrastructure worldwide are driving the demand for RF mixers in the wireless infrastructure segment. Moreover, the aerospace & defense and test & measurement segments are also expected to witness substantial growth due to the rising investments in defense modernization programs and advancements in test & measurement technologies.