PUBLISHER: Global Industry Analysts, Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1757642
PUBLISHER: Global Industry Analysts, Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1757642
Global Brushed Direct Current DC Motors Market to Reach US$17.7 Billion by 2030
The global market for Brushed Direct Current DC Motors estimated at US$12.6 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$17.7 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.9% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Series Wound Brush Dc Motors, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 4.5% CAGR and reach US$7.7 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Permanent Magnet Brush Dc Motors segment is estimated at 8.0% CAGR over the analysis period.
The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$3.4 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 9.0% CAGR
The Brushed Direct Current DC Motors market in the U.S. is estimated at US$3.4 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world's second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$3.5 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 9.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.0% and 5.7% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 3.8% CAGR.
Global Brushed Direct Current (DC) Motors Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized
Why Are Brushed DC Motors Retaining Strategic Utility Across Automotive, Industrial Equipment, and Low-Cost Consumer Applications?
Brushed DC motors continue to hold strategic relevance due to their simplicity, cost-efficiency, and high starting torque-making them a preferred choice in applications where precise speed control and rugged performance are required without the complexity of electronics-intensive control systems. Their core advantage lies in their ability to provide linear speed-torque characteristics, ease of integration, and direct operation from standard DC power sources, making them widely used in automotive systems (e.g., wipers, seat adjusters, window lifters), home appliances (e.g., vacuum cleaners, hair dryers), and industrial machinery (e.g., conveyor belts, actuators).
Despite the global push toward brushless alternatives, brushed DC motors remain viable in use-cases that demand short duty cycles, simple motion profiles, or budget-conscious implementation. Their field serviceability, low inertia, and compatibility with battery-powered systems make them particularly valuable in portable equipment and off-grid tools. As industries seek a balance between innovation and affordability, brushed DC motors provide a practical solution for low-voltage, medium-performance operations in diverse sectors.
How Are Material Efficiency, Miniaturization, and Modular Design Enhancing Brushed DC Motor Competitiveness?
Ongoing enhancements in magnetic materials, winding techniques, and housing designs are improving the power density and thermal stability of brushed DC motors. Neodymium and rare-earth permanent magnets are increasingly being integrated to deliver higher torque-to-weight ratios and improve energy efficiency. Compact motor frames with optimized brush and commutator geometries are reducing friction losses and extending operational lifespan.
Miniaturization trends are facilitating the use of brushed DC motors in compact devices, wearable technologies, and micro-actuators, especially where low-voltage operation and lightweight form factors are essential. Modular motor assemblies, allowing integration with gearboxes, encoders, and control electronics, are enhancing application flexibility and reducing design complexity for OEMs. Enhanced brush materials, including silver-graphite and copper-graphite blends, are helping reduce arcing, improve commutation, and support higher current loads under varying duty cycles.
Which Application Segments, Regional Markets, and OEM Strategies Are Supporting Sustained Demand for Brushed DC Motors?
Automotive applications continue to dominate demand, with brushed DC motors powering numerous electromechanical functions in both internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric vehicle (EV) platforms. Consumer electronics and small appliances also represent a high-volume segment, especially in developing markets where cost and supply chain simplicity outweigh the need for brushless alternatives. In industrial contexts, brushed DC motors remain prevalent in linear actuators, hoists, medical equipment, and automation systems requiring direct and predictable motion control.
Asia-Pacific leads the global brushed DC motor market due to extensive manufacturing activity in China, India, and Southeast Asia across automotive, appliance, and electronics sectors. North America and Europe sustain demand in automotive and industrial equipment applications, particularly in retrofits and cost-controlled production lines. Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East show steady growth as electrification in infrastructure, agriculture, and consumer markets expands.
OEMs are aligning brushed DC motor offerings with vertical-specific requirements such as wide temperature tolerance, EMI suppression, IP-rated enclosures, and compliance with automotive and medical certifications. Suppliers are also emphasizing longevity and reduced maintenance through innovations in brush configuration, lubrication systems, and modular integration options, supporting use in both OEM production and aftermarket replacements.
What Are the Factors Driving Growth in the Brushed DC Motors Market?
The brushed DC motors market is expanding steadily as industries continue to require reliable, cost-effective, and easy-to-control motion solutions for a wide range of electro-mechanical systems. Their robustness, simplicity, and direct compatibility with low-voltage battery systems position them as enduring components in both legacy and new product architectures.
Key growth drivers include continued demand from the automotive and home appliance sectors, sustained applicability in industrial automation and portable devices, advancements in motor materials and design, and expansion of cost-conscious markets in emerging regions. Hybrid systems combining brushed motors with intelligent control electronics are further enhancing their operational value.
As markets prioritize functionally sufficient, economically viable motor solutions across mainstream and edge applications, could brushed DC motors remain the foundational drive technology for scalable, entry-level automation and everyday electro-mechanical innovation?
SCOPE OF STUDY:
The report analyzes the Brushed Direct Current DC Motors market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:
Segments:
Type (Series Wound Brush Dc Motors, Permanent Magnet Brush Dc Motors, Shunt Wound Brush Dc Motors, Compound Wound Brush Dc Motors); Application (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Automotive)
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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