PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1730983
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1730983
A patch cable is a short cable equipped with connectors at both ends, designed for signal transmission in networking, telecommunications, and audio-video applications. Made from copper or fiber optic materials, it connects devices such as computers, switches, routers, and patch panels, ensuring reliable data transfer in structured cabling systems.
The main types of patch cables are fiber optic patch cables, copper patch cables, and multi-fiber patch cables. Fiber optic patch cables are high-speed transmission cables that link fiber optic devices to networks using light signals. Common connector types for these cables include subscriber connectors, lucent connectors, straight tip connectors, and multi-fiber push-on connectors. These cables are used in various sectors, including data centers, telecommunications, broadcast and media, and enterprise networking. They serve a range of end users, such as those in industrial, enterprise, information technology, security, and other fields.
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The patch cable market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.31 billion in 2024 to $4.64 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to the expansion of data centers, growth in telecommunications infrastructure, rising investments in information technology infrastructure, increasing demand for high-speed connectivity, and government initiatives supporting digitalization.
The patch cable market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.16 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. In the forecast period, growth is expected to be driven by the rising demand for high-speed data transmission and broadband connectivity, the continued expansion of data centers and cloud computing services, increased investments in telecommunications and IT infrastructure, a demand for energy-efficient and reliable network solutions, and the growth of smart cities and connected infrastructure. Key trends anticipated during this period include the adoption of fiber optic patch cables, integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) and smart infrastructure, technological advancements in cable performance and durability, the adoption of Power over Ethernet (PoE) cables, and improvements in shielding technologies.
The rising demand for high-speed internet connectivity is expected to drive the growth of the patch cable market in the coming years. High-speed internet connectivity offers fast, reliable, and low-latency internet access, enabling seamless online activities such as streaming, gaming, remote work, and cloud computing. The demand for high-speed internet is increasing due to the growing use of bandwidth-intensive applications such as video streaming, online gaming, cloud computing, and remote work solutions. Patch cables play a crucial role in ensuring reliable, high-quality connections between networking devices by minimizing signal loss and interference, supporting high-speed internet performance. For example, in November 2024, the UK Parliament's House of Commons Library reported that by January 2024, 78% of UK premises had access to gigabit-capable broadband, a rise from 72% in January 2023, 64% in January 2022, and 36% in January 2021. As such, the increasing demand for high-speed internet connectivity is driving the growth of the patch cable market.
Companies in the patch cable market are focusing on innovation, particularly in fiber optic cables, to meet the growing demand for faster, more reliable data transmission and greater bandwidth. High-quality fiber optic cables are advanced optical transmission cables designed for superior signal integrity, minimal attenuation, and high durability. These cables utilize premium-grade glass or plastic optical fibers, precise core alignment, low-loss connectors, and robust shielding to prevent interference and signal degradation. For instance, in October 2024, Eurotech Technologies Pvt Ltd, an Italy-based technology company, introduced the LC-SC BestNet Fiber Optic Patch Cord. These patch cords feature LC-SC connectors and support both single-mode (9/125µm) and multimode transmission. They come with low-smoke, zero-halogen (LSZH) flame-retardant jackets for safety in case of fire. These cables offer low insertion loss and high return loss, making them ideal for applications in optical fiber communication systems, fiber access networks, cable TV, and fiber optic test equipment.
In March 2023, Hexatronic Group AB, a Sweden-based company specializing in fiber optic technology and solutions, acquired Rochester Wire and Cable, LLC, for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to enhance Hexatronic's fiber optic submarine cable offerings and expand its presence in harsh environment markets. Rochester Wire and Cable, based in the US, specializes in custom electro-optical cables designed for use in challenging environments.
Major players in the patch cable market are Siemens AG, Schneider Electric SE, Prysmian Group, TE Connectivity Ltd., Corning Incorporated, Molex LLC, Amphenol Corporation, Nexans S.A., CommScope Inc., Southwire Company LLC, Belden Inc., Leviton Manufacturing Co. Inc., Fluke Networks, HARTING Technology Group, Black Box Corporation, Siemon Company, C2G (Cables To Go), Optical Cable Corporation, Quabbin Wire & Cable Co. Inc., CP Technologies, and CableOrganizer.com Inc.
North America was the largest region in the patch cable market in 2024. The regions covered in patch cable report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the patch cable market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The patch cable market consists of sales of ethernet cables, audio or video patch cables, and coaxial cables. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.