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Global Leading Market Research Publisher QYResearch announces the release of its latest report “PFC-CCM ICs – Global Market Share and Ranking, Overall Sales and Demand Forecast 2026-2032″. Based on current situation and impact historical analysis (2021-2025) and forecast calculations (2026-2032), this report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global PFC-CCM ICs market, including market size, share, demand, industry development status, and forecasts for the next few years.
For power supply designers and electrical engineers developing AC-DC converters for medium-to-high power applications (150W-3kW+), traditional passive power factor correction (PFC) or discontinuous conduction mode (DCM/CrM) controllers often fail to meet efficiency and harmonic distortion requirements under higher loads. PFC-CCM (Continuous Conduction Mode Power Factor Correction) ICs are specialized controller chips designed for medium- to high-power AC-DC conversion systems, operating in continuous conduction mode (CCM) to achieve efficient and precise power factor correction. These ICs regulate a boost converter topology to align the input current waveform with the input voltage, minimizing total harmonic distortion and improving grid compliance. As global efficiency regulations tighten (80 PLUS Titanium, EU Ecodesign, China CQC), data center power demands increase, and EV charging infrastructure expands, PFC-CCM ICs are transitioning from specialized component to essential building block for high-efficiency power conversion.
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1. Market Sizing & Growth Trajectory (With 2026–2032 Forecasts)
The global market for PFC-CCM ICs was estimated to be worth US$309 million in 2025 and is projected to reach US$529 million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 8.1% from 2026 to 2032. This strong growth is driven by three converging factors: (1) increasing demand for high-efficiency power supplies in data centers (AI servers, cloud computing), (2) expansion of EV onboard chargers (OBC) and EV charging infrastructure, and (3) tightening grid harmonic regulations (IEC 61000-3-2, IEEE 519, China GB/T 14549). In 2024, the average price was US$3.10 per unit, and the annual production amounted to approximately 92 million units.
By power rating, >300W PFC-CCM ICs dominate with approximately 65% of unit volume (server power supplies, industrial motor drives, EV chargers). <300W segment accounts for 35% (higher-end consumer electronics, gaming PSUs, LED lighting).
2. Technology Deep-Dive: Continuous Conduction Mode Topology, Boost Converter Operation, and Control Algorithms
Technical nuances often overlooked:
- Continuous Conduction Mode (CCM) operation: Inductor current never falls to zero during switching cycle (vs. DCM/CrM where current returns to zero). CCM advantages: lower peak currents (50-70% lower than CrM at same power), reduced EMI, lower RMS current in input filter capacitor, and better efficiency at high loads (>50% of rated power). CCM disadvantages: requires more complex control (average current mode or peak current mode with slope compensation), and reverse recovery losses in boost diode.
- Boost converter power factor correction principle: PFC-CCM ICs control boost switch duty cycle to shape input current as sinusoidal waveform in phase with input voltage. Typical control methods: average current mode control (most common, stable, low distortion, used in >300W designs), peak current mode control (simpler, less accurate, <300W), and one-cycle control (fast response, limited adoption).
Recent 6-month advances (October 2025 – March 2026):
- Texas Instruments launched “UCC28180-CCM” – PFC-CCM controller with 98% typical efficiency, 1kW output capability, programmable switching frequency (18-250kHz), and integrated overvoltage/overcurrent protection. AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive (EV OBC applications). Price US$2.50-4.00.
- STMicroelectronics introduced “L4985C” – CCM PFC controller with high-voltage startup (650V), THD optimizer (reduces zero-crossing distortion), and frequency foldback at light load (improves efficiency 2-3% at 20% load). Target: 300-2,000W server and telecom power supplies. Price US$1.80-3.20.
- Onsemi commercialized “NCP1655″ – CCM PFC controller with integrated 700V startup, valley switching (reduces switching losses), and brown-out protection. 0.5W standby power (no external auxiliary supply). Price US$2.00-3.50.
3. Industry Segmentation & Key Players
The PFC-CCM ICs market is segmented as below:
By Power Rating (Application Output):
- <300W – For higher-end consumer electronics (gaming PC power supplies, high-power LED drivers, premium audio amplifiers, laser printers). Price: US$1.50-3.00. CCM used when efficiency and THD requirements cannot be met by CrM/DCM.
- >300W – For server/cloud power supplies (1-3kW), industrial motor drives (500W-5kW), EV onboard chargers (3.3-22kW), telecom rectifiers (1-3kW), welding equipment. Price: US$2.50-5.00. Dominant segment.
By Application (End-Use Sector):
- Consumer Electronics (gaming PC PSUs, high-end audio/video, laser printers, gaming consoles, premium LED lighting) – 35% of 2025 revenue. Price-sensitive, requires high efficiency (80 PLUS Gold/Platinum).
- Industrial (server/cloud power supplies, telecom rectifiers, industrial motor drives, welding equipment, UPS systems, EV charging infrastructure) – 55% of revenue, fastest-growing at 9.5% CAGR. Highest power ratings, strictest THD and efficiency requirements.
- Others (medical equipment, aerospace, railway) – 10%.
Key Players (2026 Market Positioning):
Global Leaders: Texas Instruments (USA), STMicroelectronics (Switzerland), Onsemi (USA), Infineon Technologies (Germany – not explicitly listed but major player), Power Integrations (USA), Renesas Electronics (Japan), Microchip (USA).
Asian/Chinese Suppliers: DIODES (USA/Taiwan), BPS (China), CHAMPION (China), Chipown (China), DK (China), Hynetek (China), JoulWatt (China), Kiwi Instruments (China), On-Bright (China), SOUTHCCHIP (China).
独家观察 (Exclusive Insight): The PFC-CCM IC market displays a competitive landscape with Western semiconductor leaders (Texas Instruments, STMicroelectronics, Onsemi, Infineon, Power Integrations, Renesas, Microchip) dominating high-power (>500W), high-efficiency (>98%), and automotive-qualified segments. These players command premium pricing (US$3-5 per IC) and hold ≈55-60% of global market value. Chinese/Asian suppliers (DIODES, BPS, CHAMPION, Chipown, DK, Hynetek, JoulWatt, Kiwi Instruments, On-Bright, SOUTHCCHIP) compete aggressively in <300W consumer and lower-end industrial segments (US$1.50-2.50 per IC), gaining share in domestic Chinese market (powered by local data center expansion and EV charging infrastructure). However, Chinese suppliers lag in high-voltage reliability (650V+ startup), advanced control algorithms (THD optimization, frequency foldback), and automotive qualifications (AEC-Q100). The market is seeing technology transfer: Western suppliers licensing CCM IP to Chinese foundries for local manufacturing, while Chinese suppliers invest in R&D to move up the value chain (CHAMPION’s 98%-efficiency CCM controller launched 2025).
4. User Case Study & Policy Drivers
User Case (Q1 2026): Delta Electronics (Taiwan) – world’s largest server power supply manufacturer (40%+ global market share). Delta standardized on STMicroelectronics L4985C PFC-CCM controller for 1kW-3kW server power supplies (80 PLUS Titanium efficiency, >96% at 50% load). Key performance metrics (2025 production, 10 million units):
- PFC stage efficiency: 98.2% at 230VAC, 50% load (vs. 96.5% with previous CrM controller)
- Total harmonic distortion (THD): <5% at 20-100% load (meets IEC 61000-3-2 Class A)
- Power density: 50W/in³ (vs. 35W/in³ previous) – CCM enables smaller boost inductor
- Standby power: <0.5W (integrated high-voltage startup)
- Cost per PFC stage: US$4.20 (controller + MOSFET + diode + passives) vs. US$3.80 previous CrM – 11% premium justified by efficiency gain (0.5-1.0% overall power supply efficiency)
Policy Updates (Last 6 months):
- 80 PLUS Titanium efficiency standard – Revised (December 2025): Increases 50% load efficiency requirement from 94% to 96% for 230V internal power supplies (server, data center). PFC-CCM required to meet new standard; CrM/DCM insufficient above 1kW.
- IEC 61000-3-2 (Electromagnetic compatibility – Limits for harmonic current emissions) – Edition 5.0 (January 2026): Reduces harmonic current limits for Class A equipment (including server power supplies, EV chargers) by 15-20%. PFC-CCM with average current mode control required for compliance; simpler PFC topologies fail.
- China GB/T 14549-2025 (Power quality – Harmonics in public supply networks, effective July 2026): Tightens harmonic limits for equipment >75W (from 2.3% to 1.8% THD for certain harmonics). Non-compliant products cannot be sold in China market.
5. Technical Challenges and Future Direction
Despite strong growth, several technical challenges persist:
- Reverse recovery losses in boost diode: CCM operation forces boost diode to turn off at full current, causing reverse recovery losses (especially with silicon ultrafast diodes). Silicon carbide (SiC) Schottky diodes eliminate reverse recovery but add cost (US$0.50-2.00 vs. US$0.20-0.50 for ultrafast silicon). GaN and SiC FETs with synchronous rectification eliminate diode entirely but increase controller complexity.
- Control loop complexity: CCM PFC requires average current mode control with multiplier, error amplifier, and PWM comparator. Loop compensation more complex than CrM (voltage follower). Requires skilled power supply designers – limiting adoption in cost-sensitive applications.
- Light-load efficiency: CCM controllers operate in discontinuous mode at very light loads (<10% rated power) or enter burst mode, causing audible noise and increased THD. Advanced controllers (ST L4985C, TI UCC28180) implement frequency foldback and valley switching to mitigate.
独家行业分层视角 (Exclusive Industry Segmentation View):
- Discrete high-power applications (server/cloud PSUs, EV OBCs, industrial motor drives, telecom rectifiers) prioritize efficiency (>98% at full load), THD (<5% across load range), and power density (W/in³). Typically use premium CCM controllers (TI, ST, Onsemi, Infineon, Power Integrations, Renesas) with GaN/SiC FETs and synchronous rectification. Key drivers are operating cost (electricity for data centers) and grid compliance.
- Flow process medium-power applications (gaming PSUs, high-end consumer electronics, LED drivers) prioritize cost (US$1.50-2.50 per IC), ease of design (reference designs, application notes), and integration (fewer external components). Typically use mid-tier CCM controllers (Microchip, DIODES, Chinese suppliers) with silicon MOSFETs and ultrafast diodes. Key performance metrics are BOM cost and time-to-market.
By 2030, PFC-CCM ICs will evolve toward fully integrated GaN/SiC drivers with digital control. Prototype products (TI, ST, Infineon, Navitas) integrate GaN FETs with CCM controller in single package (QFN 8×8mm), reducing external component count by 40-50%. The next frontier is “digital PFC with machine learning” – controller learning grid characteristics (harmonic profile, voltage sag, frequency variation) and adapting control algorithm in real-time for optimal THD and efficiency. As continuous conduction mode power factor correction becomes mandatory for high-efficiency, grid-compliant power supplies and boost converter controllers enable next-generation data center and EV charging infrastructure, PFC-CCM ICs will remain critical semiconductor components for power conversion.
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