Evaluation Boards - Expansion Boards, Daughter Cards

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
MIKROE-1424 MikroElektronika	BOARD LIGHT CLICK	0
MIKROE-2043 MikroElektronika	WIFI 6 CLICK	0
MIKROE-4346 MikroElektronika	WAVEFORM 2 CLICK	3
MIKROE-3983 MikroElektronika	THERMO 9 CLICK	5
MIKROE-1838 MikroElektronika	DEV BOARD EXPAND 2 CLICK	54
MIKROE-2829 MikroElektronika	SECURE 4 CLICK	18
MIKROE-2781 MikroElektronika	MICROWAVE CLICK	18
MIKROE-4388 MikroElektronika	LTE IOT 6 CLICK	2
MIKROE-3505 MikroElektronika	L METER CLICK	2
MIKROE-2743 MikroElektronika	UT-L 7-SEG R CLICK	0
MIKROE-3544 MikroElektronika	STSPIN820 CLICK	5
MIKROE-4112 MikroElektronika	ACCEL 10 CLICK	41
MIKROE-3466 MikroElektronika	PRESSURE 12 CLICK	4
MIKROE-1889 MikroElektronika	DEV BOARD 4X4 KEY CLICK	1
MIKROE-2452 MikroElektronika	OBDII CLICK	2
MIKROE-3522 MikroElektronika	MAGNETO 4 CLICK	4
MIKROE-2966 MikroElektronika	IR SENSE 2 CLICK	4
MIKROE-3399 MikroElektronika	LIGHT TEMP CLICK	9
MIKROE-1306 MikroElektronika	DISPLAY BOARD 8X8 GREEN CLICK	0
MIKROE-3262 MikroElektronika	BUTTON Y CLICK	3

Evaluation Boards - Expansion Boards, Daughter Cards

1. Overview

Evaluation Boards (EVBs), Expansion Boards, and Daughter Cards are essential hardware tools for embedded system development, prototyping, and testing. These platforms enable engineers to assess processor capabilities, interface peripherals, and validate designs before mass production. Their modular architecture supports rapid innovation in IoT, automotive, industrial automation, and consumer electronics sectors.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Microcontroller EVBs	ARM/FPGA SoC integration, onboard sensors, debug interfaces	IoT edge devices, smart sensors
Expansion Boards	Standard interfaces (PCIe, USB-C), protocol converters	Industrial gateways, communication modules
Daughter Cards	Specialized functionality modules (ADC/DAC, RF transceivers)	Medical imaging equipment, test instruments
Programmer Kits	Flash programming, JTAG/SWD debugging, voltage monitoring	Automotive ECUs, aerospace controllers

3. Structure and Components

Typical architecture includes:

Multi-layer PCB with high-speed traces
Processor sockets or soldered-down SoCs
Standardized connectors (2.54mm headers, M.2)
Onboard memory (RAM, Flash storage)
Power management ICs and voltage regulators
Debug interfaces (SWD, JTAG, UART)

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description
Clock Speed	Determines processing capability (1MHz-2GHz range)
Bus Width	Memory bandwidth (8/16/32-bit configurations)
Interface Support	USB 3.0, Ethernet, CAN, SPI/I2C compatibility
Power Consumption	Typical range: 0.5W-25W (varies with workload)
Operating Temperature	Industrial (-40 C to +85 C) or commercial grade

5. Application Areas

Major industries include:

Telecommunications (5G base stations, optical transceivers)
Medical equipment (MRI scanners, patient monitors)
Industrial automation (PLC controllers, robotics)
Consumer electronics (smart home devices, wearables)
Automotive (ADAS systems, V2X communication)

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Vendor	Product Series
Xilinx	Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC Evaluation Kit
Intel	Stratix 10 GX FPGA Development Board
STMicroelectronics	STM32 Nucleo Expansion Boards
Texas Instruments	Processor DKx Daughter Cards

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

Match SoC architecture to target application requirements
Verify interface compatibility with existing systems
Evaluate available ecosystem (IDE support, middleware)
Consider power budget and thermal management needs
Assess long-term availability and RoHS compliance

8. Industry Trends

Future developments include:

Integration of AI accelerators (NPU modules)
Adoption of 5nm/3nm process technologies
Expansion of RISC-V based evaluation platforms
Increased focus on functional safety (ISO 26262 compliance)
Growing adoption of modular "Lego-style" prototyping systems