Mass Flow Controllers Market Size & Forecast Report - 2025 to 2030

The global mass flow controllers market size is anticipated to register a significant CAGR of around 5% during the forecast period from 2022 to 2028. The increasing adoption of the product in various end-use industries such as oil & gas, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, and others is a major factor driving the market growth. Furthermore, the increasing demand for the product in the chemical and water & wastewater industry is further expected to fuel the market growth over the forecast period. Moreover, the increasing inclination towards renewable energy sources, growing use in the science and engineering sector, and the rising incorporation of medical devices are projected to propel the market in the near future.

Market Drivers:

Growing demand for accurate and precise flow control: Mass flow controllers play a crucial role in accurately and precisely controlling the flow rate of gases in various industrial processes. Industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food and beverage, and oil and gas require precise control over gas flow rates to ensure optimal process performance and product quality. The increasing demand for accurate and precise flow control drives the adoption of mass flow controllers.

Expansion of the semiconductor industry: The semiconductor industry is a major consumer of mass flow controllers. These controllers are extensively used in semiconductor manufacturing processes, including thin film deposition, etching, chemical vapor deposition, and ion implantation, to control the flow of process gases. With the continuous growth of the semiconductor industry and the increasing demand for advanced semiconductor devices, the demand for mass flow controllers is also expanding.

Rising demand for gas flow measurement and control in environmental monitoring: Environmental monitoring applications, such as air quality monitoring, emissions monitoring, and greenhouse gas monitoring, require accurate measurement and control of gas flows. Mass flow controllers enable precise measurement and control of gas flows in these applications, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and standards. The increasing focus on environmental sustainability and monitoring drives the adoption of mass flow controllers.

Technological advancements in mass flow controller design: Continuous advancements in mass flow controller technology contribute to the growth of the market. Manufacturers are developing innovative designs and incorporating advanced features such as digital communication interfaces, improved accuracy and repeatability, self-diagnostics, and multi-gas compatibility. These technological advancements enhance the performance and functionality of mass flow controllers, making them more attractive to a wide range of industries.

Increasing automation and process control requirements: Industries are increasingly adopting automation and process control solutions to enhance operational efficiency, reduce human errors, and improve productivity. Mass flow controllers are an integral part of automated systems, where they play a crucial role in maintaining precise and stable gas flows. The growing need for automation and process control across various industries drives the demand for mass flow controllers.

Stringent safety and quality standards: Compliance with safety and quality standards is essential in industries where mass flow controllers are used. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and food and beverage must adhere to strict regulatory requirements for process control and product quality. Mass flow controllers help ensure precise and consistent gas flows, contributing to the compliance with safety and quality standards. The need for adherence to these standards drives the adoption of mass flow controllers.

Growing demand for advanced analytical instrumentation: Mass flow controllers are extensively used in analytical instruments such as gas chromatography, mass spectrometry, and spectroscopy. These instruments require precise control of gas flows for accurate measurements and analysis. With the increasing demand for advanced analytical instrumentation in research laboratories, healthcare, environmental monitoring, and other sectors, the demand for mass flow controllers is also increasing.

Expansion of the healthcare and medical device industry: The healthcare and medical device industry relies on mass flow controllers for applications such as anesthesia delivery, respiratory therapy, gas mixing, and medical gas monitoring. With the growing global population, aging demographics, and increasing healthcare expenditure, the healthcare and medical device industry is expanding. This expansion drives the demand for mass flow controllers in medical applications.

Market Snapshot:

Market Insights:

The global mass flow controller market is bifurcated into product type, material, media type, flow rate, connectivity technology, industry verticals, and geography. On the basis of product type, the market is further segmented into differential pressure, thermal, and coriolis mass flow meter. The coriolis mass flow meter segment dominated the global market in 2021 and is estimated to hold the largest revenue share of around 2/3 market share by the end of the analysis period. On the other hand, the thermal mass flow meter segment is expected to grow at a significant growth rate over the forecast period. The increasing adoption of the product in various gas flow applications such as air sampling, combustion air measurement, gas chromatography, and others is a key factor to drive the segment growth over the forecast period.

On the basis of flow rate, the market is segmented into low, medium, and high flow rates. The low flow rate segment dominated the global mass flow controllers market in 2021 and expected to hold the largest revenue share of around 1/2 of the global market by the end of the analysis period. The increasing use of the product in various industries such as food & beverage, chemicals, and semiconductor industries is a primary factor to drive the segment growth. Furthermore, the low flow rate MFC provides high resistivity to inlet flow pressure and temperature fluctuations, which is further expected to fuel the segment growth over the forecast period.

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The mass flow controllers comprehensive study analyzes industry trends, market size, competitive analysis, and market forecast – 2022 to 2028. Research Corridor report provides detailed premium insight into the global market and reveals the potential revenue streams, commercial prospects, market drivers, challenges, opportunities, issues, and events affecting the industry. In addition, the report has a dedicated section covering market forecasts and analysis for leading geographies, profiles of major companies operating in the market and expert opinion obtained from interviews with industry executives and experts from prominent companies.

The mass flow controllers market research report presents the analysis of each segment from 2019 to 2028 considering 2020 as the base year for the research. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) for each respective segment is calculated for the forecast period from 2021 to 2027.

Historical & Forecast Period

• 2019-20 – Historical Year
• 2021 – Base Year
• 2022-2028 – Forecast Period

Market Segmentation:

By Product Type:

• Differential Pressure Flow Meter
• Thermal Mass Flow Meter
• Coriolis Mass Flow Meter

By Material:

• Stainless Steel
• Exotic Alloys

By Media Type:

• Gas
• Liquid
• Others (Vapor)

By Flow Rate:

• Low Flow Rate
• Medium Flow Rate
• High Flow Rate

By Connectivity Technology:

• Analog
• Profibus
• RS-485
• Profinet
• EtherCAT
• Ethernet/IP
• Modbus RTU
• DeviceNet
• Foundation Fieldbus

By Industry Verticals:

• Oil & gas
• Pharmaceutical
• Food & beverages
• Chemical
• Healthcare & life sciences
• Semiconductor
• Water & wastewater treatment
• Others

By Region:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East & Africa

Regional Analysis:

Geographically, the Asia Pacific dominated the global mass flow controllers market in 2021 and is estimated to grow at the same trend over the forecast period. The region is also accounted to register the fastest growth rate over the forecast period. The rising penetration of the product in various end-use industries such as oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and semiconductors is a major factor driving the market growth in the region. Furthermore, increasing investment in the semiconductor industry, growing industrial automation, and the growing demand for efficient devices for control and measurement are further projected to uplift the market growth in the Asia Pacific.

Competitive Assessment:

Some of the major market players operating in the global mass flow controllers market are Bronkhorst High-Tech, Brooks Instrument, Burkert Fluid Control Systems, MKS Instruments, and Sierra Instruments. Companies are exploring markets through expansion, new investment, the introduction of new services, and collaboration as their preferred strategies. Players are exploring new geography through expansion and acquisition to gain a competitive advantage through joint synergy.

Key Companies:

• Bronkhorst High-Tech (Netherlands)
• Brooks Instrument (US)
• Burkert Fluid Control Systems (Germany)
• MKS Instruments (US)
• Sierra Instruments (US)
• Horiba (Japan)
• Sensirion (Switzerland)
• Alicat Scientific (US)
• Teledyne Hastings Instruments (US)
• Parker Hannifin (US)

Key Questions Answered by Mass Flow Controllers Market Report

• Global mass flow controllers market forecasts from 2022-2028
• Regional market forecasts from 2022-2028 covering Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America
• Country-level forecasts from 2022-2028 covering 15 major countries from the regions as mentioned above
• Mass flow controllers submarket forecasts from 2022-2028 covering the market by product type, by material, by media type, by flow rate, by connectivity technology, by industry verticals, and geography
• Various industry models such as SWOT analysis, Value Chain Analysis about the market
• Analysis of the key factors driving and restraining the growth of the global, regional, and country-level mass flow controllers markets from 2022-2028
• Competitive Landscape and market positioning of top 10 players operating in the market