세계의 플라스틱 기어 시장 : 기어 유형, 재질, 기어 사이즈, 제조 공정, 지역별(-2040년)

The global plastic gears market is anticipated to attain a valuation of USD 1,579,458.5 thousand, a steady CAGR of around 5.9% by the end of 2040. This global plastic gear market study covers a thorough analysis of overall market size, complemented by detailed insights into vendor offerings, product innovations, and competitive strategies.

Growing Adoption of Lightweight Components in Modern Electronics

The production of consumer electronics has a significant influence on the plastic gear market as the demand for compact, lightweight, and durable components of devices like smartphones, laptops, and wearables is constantly rising. To fulfill the requirements, producers choose high-performance plastics such as nylon and polyacetal, which not only provide noise abatement, corrosion resistance, and economic benefits, but performance as well.

Detailed Classification by Gear Type, Material, Size, and Process

By Gear Type

• Spur Gears: Provide reliable motion in simple mechanisms.
• Helical Gears: Known for reduced vibration and quiet running.
• Worm Gears: Ideal for compact designs needing torque control.
• Bevel Gears: Used to alter motion between angled shafts.
• Planetary Gears: Support high torque in limited space applications.
• Others: Include non-standard gears for custom operations.

By Material Type

• Polyacetal (POM): Strong, stable, and self-lubricating polymer.
• Polyamide (Nylon): Excellent for lightweight and silent gears.
• Polycarbonate (PC): Durable plastic suited for precision gear sets.
• PET: Cost-effective material for moderate performance needs.
• PPS: Offers excellent heat and chemical resistance.
• Others: Blend materials engineered for specific gear functions.

By Gear Size

• Micro Gears: Designed for medical and electronic devices.
• Small Gears: Used in household appliances and handheld tools.
• Medium Gears: Ideal for machinery requiring moderate torque.
• Large Gears: Serve industrial and automation systems.

By Manufacturing Process

• Single Cavity Mold: Delivers precise results in low-volume production.
• Multi Cavity Mold: Boosts productivity for commercial manufacturing.
• 3D Printing: Offers flexibility and quick design adaptation.
• Extrusion and Forming: Provides reliable shape consistency for large batches.

Regional Analysis

North America and Europe have the largest global plastic gear market, which is supported by innovations in the automotive and healthcare manufacturing sectors. The rapid industrial development in the Asia-Pacific region, especially in China and Japan, makes the area a major driver of growth, whereas South America and MEA are at the stage of gradual evolution with more and more investments being made into industrial and sustainable production.

Innovation in Lightweight Components Driving Market Momentum

The surge of global electronics production, mainly in Asia and North America, has made plastic gears the essential parts of modern, light, and efficient devices. Their feature to operate quietly and reliably is in line with present miniaturization and design trends. If plastic gears want to keep their advantage on the market, they have to solve problems such as low load capacity and heat resistance.

Key Report Attributes

• Market Size 2024: USD 632,122.7 Thousand
• Market Size 2040: USD 1,579,458.5 Thousand
• CAGR (2025-2040): ~5.9%
• Base Year: 2024
• Market Forecast Period: 2025-2040

Industry Segmentations Growth

• By Gear Type: Spur Gears - 4.9%, Helical Gears - 5.2%.
• By Material Type: Polyacetal - 4.9%, Polyamide - 5.1%.
• By Gear Size: Micro Gears - 5.3%, Small Gears - 4.8%.
• By Manufacturing Process: Injection Molding - 5.7%, 3D Printing / Additive Manufacturing - 5.3%.
• By End-Use Industry By Application: Automotive - 5.1%, Consumer Electronics - 5.4%.
• By Material Type by Gear Type: Polyacetal - 4.9%, Polyamide - 5.1%.
• By Gear Type by End Use Industry: Spur Gears - 4.9%, Helical Gears - 5.2%.
• By Gear Size by End Use Industry: Micro Gears - 5.3%, Small Gears - 4.8%.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

2 MARKET INTRODUCTION

• 2.1 DEFINITION
• 2.2 SCOPE OF THE STUDY
• 2.3 RESEARCH OBJECTIVE
• 2.4 MARKET STRUCTURE

3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

• 3.1 OVERVIEW
• 3.2 DATA FLOW
  • 3.2.1 DATA MINING PROCESS
• 3.3 PURCHASED DATABASE:
• 3.4 SECONDARY SOURCES:
  • 3.4.1 SECONDARY RESEARCH DATA FLOW:
• 3.5 PRIMARY RESEARCH:
  • 3.5.1 PRIMARY RESEARCH DATA FLOW:
  • 3.5.2 PRIMARY RESEARCH: NUMBER OF INTERVIEWS CONDUCTED
  • 3.5.3 PRIMARY RESEARCH: REGIONAL COVERAGE
• 3.6 APPROACHES FOR MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION:
  • 3.6.1 CONSUMPTION & NET TRADE APPROACH
• 3.7 DATA FORECASTING
  • 3.7.1 DATA FORECASTING TECHNIQUE
• 3.8 DATA MODELING
  • 3.8.1 MICROECONOMIC FACTOR ANALYSIS:
  • 3.8.2 DATA MODELING:
• 3.9 TEAMS AND ANALYST CONTRIBUTION

4 MARKET DYNAMICS

• 4.1 INTRODUCTION
• 4.2 MARKET TRENDS AND GROWTH AFFECTING FACTORS
• 4.3 DRIVERS
  • 4.3.1 RISING PRODUCTION OF CONSUMER ELECTRONICS
  • 4.3.2 COST EFFECTIVENESS
• 4.4 RESTRAINTS
  • 4.4.1 LOWER LOAD BEARING CAPACITY
  • 4.4.2 POOR HEAT RESISTANCE
• 4.5 OPPORTUNITY
  • 4.5.1 ADVANCEMENT OF AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
  • 4.5.2 DEVELOPMENT OF HYBRID MATERIALS
• 4.6 IMPACT ANALYSIS OF TRADE WAR

5 MARKET FACTOR ANALYSIS

• 5.1 SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS
  • 5.1.1 PARTICIPANTS
    • 5.1.1.1 RAW MATERIALS ANALYSIS
      • 5.1.1.1.1 FEEDSTOCK SELECTION & PROCUREMENT
    • 5.1.1.2 QUALITY AND PURITY STANDARDS
    • 5.1.1.3 LIST OF RAW MATERIAL SUPPLIERS (COMPANY NAME, HEADQUARTERS, RAW MATERIAL, CONTACT DETAILS)
  • 5.1.2 MANUFACTURERS
    • 5.1.2.1 PROCESSING & PRODUCTION
    • 5.1.2.2 FORMULATION & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
    • 5.1.2.3 LIST OF MANUFACTURERS (COMPANY NAME, HEADQUARTERS, CONTACT DETAILS)
  • 5.1.3 DISTRIBUTORS
    • 5.1.3.1 LOGISTICS
    • 5.1.3.2 SALES AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
  • 5.1.4 END-USERS
    • 5.1.4.1 CUSTOMER NEEDS, PREFERENCES, PAIN POINTS & END-USE INDUSTRIES
    • 5.1.4.2 LIST OF POTENTIAL END-USERS (COMPANY NAME, HEADQUARTERS, END-USE, CONTACT DETAILS)
• 5.2 PORTER'S FIVE FORCES MODEL
  • 5.2.1 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
  • 5.2.2 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
  • 5.2.3 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
  • 5.2.4 THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
  • 5.2.5 INTENSITY OF RIVALRY
• 5.3 PRICING ANALYSIS
  • 5.3.1 PRICING ANALYSIS OF PLASTIC GEARS, BY TYPE PER UNIT (2019-2035)
  • 5.3.2 PRICING ANALYSIS OF METAL GEARS, BY TYPE PER UNIT (2019-2035)
• 5.4 ANALYSIS ON PRODUCTION OF PLASTIC GEARS
  • 5.4.1 RESIN RAW MATERIAL USED
  • 5.4.2 CAVITATION IN WHICH IT IS PRODUCED
  • 5.4.3 GEAR SIZES AND GEAR TYPES
  • 5.4.4 AVERAGE PRICES OF GEARS
• 5.5 LIST OF KEY PLAYERS (COMPANY NAME, REGION/COUNTRY, HEADQUARTER, TYPE OF GEAR MANUFACTURED, PRESENT & FUTURE PRODUCTION VOLUME*, RAW MATERIALS USED*, IT GEAR PRECISION*, GEAR SIZE*, GEAR PRICE*)
• 5.6 ANALYSIS OF INTERNATIONAL TOLERANCE (IT) GRADES
• 5.7 ANALYSIS ON METAL REPLACEMENT OF PLASTIC GEARS
  • 5.7.1 GEAR LIFE FOR PLASTIC GEARS VS METAL GEARS
  • 5.7.2 METAL GEARS VS PLASTIC GEARS
    • 5.7.2.1 MECHANICAL TORQUE
    • 5.7.2.2 APPLICATION
    • 5.7.2.3 GEAR SIZE
    • 5.7.2.4 AVERAGE PRICING
      • 5.7.2.4.1 AVERAGE PRICING OF PLASTIC GEAR
      • 5.7.2.4.2 AVERAGE PRICING OF METAL GEAR
    • 5.7.2.5 KEY PLAYERS
  • 5.7.3 GLOBAL METAL GEAR VS PLASTIC GEAR SIZE, IN USD MILLION & UNITS (2019-2040)
    • 5.7.3.1 GLOBAL METAL GEAR MARKET SIZE, IN USD MILLION (2019-2040)
    • 5.7.3.2 GLOBAL METAL GEAR MARKET SIZE, IN UNITS (2019-2040)
    • 5.7.3.3 GLOBAL PLASTIC GEAR MARKET SIZE, IN USD MILLION (2019-2040)
    • 5.7.3.4 GLOBAL PLASTIC GEAR MARKET SIZE, IN UNITS (2019-2040)
• 5.8 R&D UPDATE
  • 5.8.1 CURRENT SCENARIO
  • 5.8.2 FUTURE ROADMAP
  • 5.8.3 CHALLENGES
  • 5.8.4 NOVEL APPLICATIONS
  • 5.8.5 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
• 5.9 REGULATORY FRAMEWORK
  • 5.9.1 GOVERNMENTAL POLICIES

6 GLOBAL PLASTIC GEAR MARKET, BY MATERIAL TYPE

• 6.1 INTRODUCTION
• 6.2 POLYACETAL (POM / ACETAL / DELRIN)
• 6.3 POLYAMIDE (PA / NYLON)
• 6.4 POLYCARBONATE (PC)
• 6.5 POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE (PET)
• 6.6 POLYPHENYLENE SULFIDE (PPS)
• 6.7 OTHERS

7 GLOBAL PLASTIC GEAR MARKET, BY GEAR TYPE

• 7.1 INTRODUCTION
• 7.2 SPUR GEARS
• 7.3 HELICAL GEARS
• 7.4 WORM GEARS
• 7.5 BEVEL GEARS
• 7.6 PLANETARY GEARS
• 7.7 OTHERS

8 GLOBAL PLASTIC GEAR MARKET, BY GEAR SIZE

• 8.1 INTRODUCTION
• 8.2 MICRO GEARS (<10 MM)
• 8.3 SMALL GEARS (10-30 MM)
• 8.4 MEDIUM GEARS (30-100 MM)
• 8.5 LARGE GEARS (ABOVE 100 MM)

9 GLOBAL PLASTIC GEAR MARKET, BY MANUFACTURING PROCESS

• 9.1 INTRODUCTION
• 9.2 INJECTION MOLDING
• 9.3 3D PRINTING / ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
• 9.4 EXTRUSION AND FORMING
• 9.5 OTHERS

10 GLOBAL PLASTIC GEAR MARKET, BY END-USE INDUSTRY BY APPLICATION

• 10.1 INTRODUCTION
• 10.2 AUTOMOTIVE
• 10.3 CONSUMER ELECTRONICS
• 10.4 INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY
• 10.5 AEROSPACE & DEFENSE
• 10.6 MEDICAL DEVICES
• 10.7 HOME APPLIANCES
• 10.8 OTHERS

11 GLOBAL PLASTIC GEAR MARKET, BY MATERIAL TYPE BY GEAR TYPE

• 11.1 INTRODUCTION

12 GLOBAL PLASTIC GEAR MARKET, BY GEAR TYPE BY END-USE INDUSTRY

• 12.1 INTRODUCTION

13 GLOBAL PLASTIC GEAR MARKET, BY GEAR SIZE BY END-USE INDUSTRY

• 13.1 INTRODUCTION

14 GLOBAL PLASTIC GEAR MARKET, BY REGION

• 14.1 INTRODUCTION
• 14.2 NORTH AMERICA
• 14.3 EUROPE
• 14.4 APAC
• 14.5 SOUTH AMERICA
• 14.6 MEA
  • 14.6.1 NORTH AMERICA
    • 14.6.1.1 US
    • 14.6.1.2 CANADA
    • 14.6.1.3 MEXICO
  • 14.6.2 EUROPE
    • 14.6.2.1 GERMANY
    • 14.6.2.2 ITALY
    • 14.6.2.3 FRANCE
    • 14.6.2.4 UK
    • 14.6.2.5 SPAIN
    • 14.6.2.6 RUSSIA
    • 14.6.2.7 REST OF EUROPE
  • 14.6.3 ASIA PACIFIC
    • 14.6.3.1 CHINA
    • 14.6.3.2 INDIA
    • 14.6.3.3 JAPAN
    • 14.6.3.4 SOUTH KOREA
    • 14.6.3.5 MALAYSIA
    • 14.6.3.6 THAILAND
    • 14.6.3.7 INDONESIA
    • 14.6.3.8 REST OF APAC
  • 14.6.4 SOUTH AMERICA
    • 14.6.4.1 BRAZIL
    • 14.6.4.2 ARGENTINA
    • 14.6.4.3 REST OF SOUTH AMERICA
  • 14.6.5 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
    • 14.6.5.1 GCC COUNTRIES
    • 14.6.5.2 SOUTH AFRICA
    • 14.6.5.3 REST OF MEA

15 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

• 15.1 INTRODUCTION
• 15.2 COMPETITION DASHBOARD
• 15.3 COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS: KEY PLAYERS FINANCIAL
• 15.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS & GROWTH STRATEGIES
  • 15.4.1 ACQUISITION
  • 15.4.2 PARTNERSHIP
  • 15.4.3 REBRANDING

16 COMPANY PROFILES

• 16.1 GLEASON CORPORATION
  • 16.1.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
  • 16.1.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
  • 16.1.3 PRODUCTS OFFERED
  • 16.1.4 AFTER SALE SUPPORT/SERVICE OFFERED
  • 16.1.5 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
  • 16.1.6 SWOT ANALYSIS
  • 16.1.7 KEY STRATEGY
• 16.2 MILLER PLASTIC PRODUCTS
  • 16.2.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
  • 16.2.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
  • 16.2.3 PRODUCTS OFFERED
  • 16.2.4 AFTER SALE SUPPORT/SERVICE OFFERED
  • 16.2.5 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
  • 16.2.6 SWOT ANALYSIS
  • 16.2.7 KEY STRATEGY
• 16.3 MOLDED DEVICES INC (APTYX)
  • 16.3.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
  • 16.3.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
  • 16.3.3 PRODUCTS OFFERED
  • 16.3.4 AFTER SALE SUPPORT/SERVICE OFFERED
  • 16.3.5 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
  • 16.3.6 SWOT ANALYSIS
  • 16.3.7 KEY STRATEGY
• 16.4 RETLAW INDUSTRIES
  • 16.4.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
  • 16.4.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
  • 16.4.3 PRODUCTS OFFERED
  • 16.4.4 AFTER SALE SUPPORT/SERVICE OFFERED
  • 16.4.5 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
  • 16.4.6 SWOT ANALYSIS
  • 16.4.7 KEY STRATEGY
• 16.5 IGUS GMBH
  • 16.5.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
  • 16.5.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
  • 16.5.3 PRODUCTS OFFERED
  • 16.5.4 AFTER SALE SUPPORT/SERVICE OFFERED
  • 16.5.5 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
  • 16.5.6 SWOT ANALYSIS
  • 16.5.7 KEY STRATEGY
• 16.6 GUANGZHOU ENGINEERING PLASTICS INDUSTRIES (GROUP) CO., LTD
  • 16.6.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
  • 16.6.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
  • 16.6.3 PRODUCTS OFFERED
  • 16.6.4 AFTER SALE SUPPORT/SERVICE OFFERED
  • 16.6.5 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
  • 16.6.6 SWOT ANALYSIS
  • 16.6.7 KEY STRATEGY
• 16.7 WINZELER GEAR
  • 16.7.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
  • 16.7.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
  • 16.7.3 PRODUCTS OFFERED
  • 16.7.4 AFTER SALE SUPPORT/SERVICE OFFERED
  • 16.7.5 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
  • 16.7.6 SWOT ANALYSIS
  • 16.7.7 KEY STRATEGY
  • 16.7.8 R&D EXPENDITURE
• 16.8 KORE INDUSTRIES
  • 16.8.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
  • 16.8.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
  • 16.8.3 PRODUCTS OFFERED
  • 16.8.4 AFTER SALE SUPPORT/SERVICE OFFERED
  • 16.8.5 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
  • 16.8.6 SWOT ANALYSIS
  • 16.8.7 KEY STRATEGY
• 16.9 HANGZHOU BRIGHT RUBBER PLASTIC PRODUCT CO., LTD
  • 16.9.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
  • 16.9.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
  • 16.9.3 PRODUCTS OFFERED
  • 16.9.4 AFTER SALE SUPPORT/SERVICE OFFERED
  • 16.9.5 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
  • 16.9.6 SWOT ANALYSIS
  • 16.9.7 KEY STRATEGY
• 16.10 IMS GEAR
  • 16.10.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
  • 16.10.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
  • 16.10.3 PRODUCTS OFFERED
  • 16.10.4 AFTER SALE SUPPORT/SERVICE OFFERED
  • 16.10.5 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
  • 16.10.6 SWOT ANALYSIS
  • 16.10.7 KEY STRATEGY
• 16.11 ENPLAS CORPORATION
  • 16.11.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
  • 16.11.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
  • 16.11.3 PRODUCTS OFFERED
  • 16.11.4 AFTER SALE SUPPORT/SERVICE OFFERED
  • 16.11.5 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
  • 16.11.6 SWOT ANALYSIS
  • 16.11.7 KEY STRATEGY
• 16.12 DATA CITATIONS