PUBLISHER: Global Industry Analysts, Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1739258
PUBLISHER: Global Industry Analysts, Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1739258
Global Solar Collector Tubes Market to Reach US$6.1 Billion by 2030
The global market for Solar Collector Tubes estimated at US$4.1 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$6.1 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.9% over the analysis period 2024-2030. U-shaped Tubes, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 5.4% CAGR and reach US$1.7 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Heat Pipe segment is estimated at 8.7% CAGR over the analysis period.
The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$1.1 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 10.6% CAGR
The Solar Collector Tubes market in the U.S. is estimated at US$1.1 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world's second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$1.3 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 10.6% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.6% and 6.6% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 4.5% CAGR.
Global Solar Collector Tubes Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized
What’s Heating Up the Demand for Solar Collector Tubes Worldwide?
Solar collector tubes, essential components of solar thermal energy systems, are witnessing rapid adoption in both residential and industrial settings due to the rising focus on decarbonizing heat generation. These tubes, typically used in evacuated tube solar collectors (ETCs), harness solar radiation to heat water or fluid for space heating, industrial processes, and solar cooling systems. Unlike flat-plate collectors, collector tubes offer superior thermal efficiency in colder and cloudier climates, thanks to their vacuum insulation and cylindrical geometry that captures solar energy more effectively throughout the day. This makes them particularly valuable in regions with lower ambient temperatures or fluctuating sunlight conditions.
Evacuated tube designs have evolved significantly, with innovations such as heat pipe technology and U-tube configurations enabling better thermal transfer rates and broader application versatility. High-performance coatings such as selective absorbers further reduce radiative heat losses, enhancing energy retention and year-round performance. With global efforts intensifying to transition from fossil fuels to renewable heat sources, solar collector tubes are increasingly being integrated into centralized heating networks, off-grid water heating systems, and hybrid thermal-photovoltaic arrays. Their modularity, scalability, and compatibility with thermal storage systems make them a vital tool in the quest for sustainable thermal energy solutions.
Why Are Industrial Applications and Energy-Efficient Buildings Powering Tube Adoption?
A major driver behind the solar collector tubes market is the growing demand for industrial process heat, which accounts for a significant portion of global energy consumption. Sectors such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and chemicals are deploying solar thermal collectors to generate low- to medium-temperature heat in a cost-effective and low-carbon manner. The use of solar collector tubes enables process temperatures up to 200°C, making them ideal for pre-heating, drying, and steam generation tasks. Industrial-scale installations in sun-rich countries like India, China, and Morocco are increasingly leveraging these technologies to reduce energy costs and comply with emissions regulations.
In the building sector, net-zero energy construction and passive solar heating designs are incorporating collector tubes into heating, ventilation, and domestic hot water systems. European countries with aggressive building performance codes are driving installation volumes in multi-family housing, hotels, and public institutions. Incentives under schemes such as Germany’s MAP (Market Incentive Program) and the EU Green Deal are encouraging broader adoption. Moreover, solar-assisted district heating networks are integrating large fields of collector tubes to meet urban-scale heating demands. The use of BMS-integrated controls and smart metering is further optimizing thermal yield, enabling precise temperature regulation and seasonal load balancing.
How Are Material Science and Manufacturing Breakthroughs Shaping the Future of Collector Tubes?
The solar collector tubes market is benefiting from major technological advancements in tube materials, absorption coatings, and sealing techniques. Borosilicate glass, known for its durability and high solar transmittance, continues to dominate tube construction, while manufacturers are experimenting with anti-reflective, self-cleaning, and hydrophobic coatings to reduce maintenance and enhance optical efficiency. Selective surface coatings such as aluminum nitride or titanium-based absorbers are being engineered to maintain high absorption and low emissivity over extended lifespans, even under harsh thermal cycling conditions.
On the manufacturing front, automation in sealing, evacuation, and welding processes is improving product consistency and reducing cost. Standardization in heat pipe geometries and tube diameters is facilitating easier replacement and system integration. Companies are also developing hybrid collector modules that integrate both PV cells and thermal tubes to capture electrical and thermal energy simultaneously. These hybrid PVT modules are gaining attention for applications in data centers, greenhouses, and off-grid eco-lodges. With enhanced performance, cost efficiency, and structural resilience, collector tubes are being repositioned not just as a thermal device, but as a high-value, cross-functional asset in integrated energy systems.
What’s Fueling the Growth Momentum of the Solar Collector Tubes Market?
The growth in the solar collector tubes market is driven by several reinforcing trends in industrial decarbonization, energy policy, and building electrification. With heating representing more than 50% of global final energy use, the pressure to shift toward renewable sources is intensifying. Solar collector tubes, by offering high thermal efficiency and low operating costs, are being rapidly adopted in heat-intensive industries, particularly in Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Urban infrastructure projects and commercial real estate developers are increasingly integrating solar thermal collectors into architectural blueprints, supported by feed-in tariffs, carbon credit schemes, and building certification incentives.
Moreover, rising fossil fuel prices and concerns over energy security are encouraging nations to diversify their thermal energy sources. Solar thermal systems based on evacuated tubes offer predictable, long-term cost savings and energy independence, especially in off-grid and semi-urban areas. Technological compatibility with thermal storage tanks and heat exchangers enhances their appeal for continuous heating requirements. With favorable regulatory frameworks, decreasing component costs, and expanding applications across residential, industrial, and institutional domains, the global market for solar collector tubes is poised for accelerated and sustained growth in the years to come.
SCOPE OF STUDY:
The report analyzes the Solar Collector Tubes market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:
Segments:
Type (U-shaped, Heat Pipe, Evacuated Tubes, Flat Plate, Air Collectors, Other Types); End-User (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Other End-Users); System Type (Thermosiphon, Pumped, Passive, Tracking, ICS, Evacuated Tube Collectors)
Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.
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