RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MABA-007748-CT11TB

MABA-007748-CT11TB

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

EVAL BOARD FOR MABA-007748-CT116

3

MDEV-868-PRO

MDEV-868-PRO

Linx Technologies

HUMPRO MASTER DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM

0

LMH2121TMEVAL/NOPB

LMH2121TMEVAL/NOPB

Texas Instruments

MODULE/BOARD EVAL FOR LMH2121

2

MDEV-418-HH-KF-MS

MDEV-418-HH-KF-MS

Linx Technologies

KIT MASTER DEV MS KEYFOB 418MHZ

3

EKSNCNZWW

EKSNCNZWW

TAIYO YUDEN

EVAL KIT FOR EYSNCNZWW

14

76000956

76000956

Digi

XBEE THT GROVE DEV BOARD

297

109952-HMC558LC3B

109952-HMC558LC3B

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD HMC558LC3B

3

4060CPCE10B868

4060CPCE10B868

Silicon Labs

PICO BOARD TXRX 868MHZ

0

MANGOHYELLOW_WP7607

MANGOHYELLOW_WP7607

Sierra Wireless by Talon

EVAL BOARD MANGOH YELL WP7607

478

117494-HMC659LC5

117494-HMC659LC5

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD HMC659LC5

15

EKSFDCAXW

EKSFDCAXW

TAIYO YUDEN

KIT EVAL EYSFDCAXW BLUETOOTH

0

IOTZTB-DK006

IOTZTB-DK006

NXP Semiconductors

IOTZTB-DK006

10

EVAL EMS31-X Rel.3

EVAL EMS31-X Rel.3

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

4455C-868-PDK

4455C-868-PDK

Silicon Labs

PICO BOARD 4455 MOTHERBOARD KIT

0

ENW89852AWKF

ENW89852AWKF

Panasonic

EVAL KIT FOR PAN1740A

10

DK-8811-10055-1A

DK-8811-10055-1A

Qualcomm

BOARD EVAL FOR CSR8811

10

MAX41464EVKIT#

MAX41464EVKIT#

Maxim Integrated

EVALUATION KIT

113

SGW6010-B-NN-K1

SGW6010-B-NN-K1

SG Wireless Limited

GET STARTED KIT - SGW6010 CELLUL

2

EVAL-418-HH-KF-HT

EVAL-418-HH-KF-HT

Linx Technologies

KIT EVAL FOR HH 418MHZ XMITTER

0

EVM-GPS-F4

EVM-GPS-F4

Linx Technologies

BOARD EVAL FOR RXM-GPS-F4

3

RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

1. Overview

RF/IF (Radio Frequency/Intermediate Frequency) and RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) evaluation and development kits are hardware platforms designed to facilitate the testing, prototyping, and optimization of wireless communication systems. These kits enable engineers to validate circuit performance, debug protocols, and accelerate product development. They play a critical role in modern technologies such as IoT, 5G, smart logistics, and industrial automation by bridging theoretical design and real-world deployment.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
RF Evaluation BoardsFocus on RF signal generation, modulation/demodulation, and impedance matching testing5G base station prototyping, Wi-Fi 6 module testing
RFID Development KitsSupport NFC, UHF/HF RFID tag/reader development with protocol analysisSmart retail payment systems, asset tracking solutions
Multifunctional Development BoardsIntegrate RF, microcontroller, and sensor interfaces for system-level testingIndustrial IoT gateway development, drone communication modules

3. Structure and Components

Typical products consist of: - Base PCB: Multilayer board with RF shielding compartments - RF Front-End: Includes LNA (Low Noise Amplifier), PA (Power Amplifier), and frequency synthesizers - Processing Unit: Embedded FPGA or MCU for real-time signal processing - Interface Ports: USB-C, SMA connectors, GPIO headers for peripheral expansion - Power Management: Regulated voltage supplies for different RF components

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Frequency RangeOperational bandwidth (e.g., 300 MHz - 6 GHz)Determines application compatibility
Output PowerTransmit power level (e.g., -20 to +20 dBm)Impacts communication distance and FCC compliance
Receiver SensitivityMinimum detectable signal level (e.g., -120 dBm)Affects signal reliability in noisy environments
Impedance MatchingVSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) 2:1Ensures minimal signal reflection
Power Supply RequirementsVoltage/current specifications (e.g., 3.3V 5%)Critical for system integration

5. Application Areas

  • Telecommunications: 5G NR network testing, satellite communication simulation
  • Healthcare: Wireless patient monitoring device development
  • Retail: NFC-based payment terminal prototyping
  • Industrial: RFID-enabled supply chain automation

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Features
Texas InstrumentsAFE7444EVMQuad-channel RF-sampling transceiver evaluation
STMicroelectronicsST25RU3993-DISCOUHF RFID reader IC development kit
Nordic SemiconductornRF52840-DKBluetooth 5.2 and Thread protocol testing
Impinj Speedway R420UHF Gen2 RFID reader for logistics automation

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include: - Frequency Compatibility: Match kit range with target application (e.g., Sub-1GHz vs 2.4GHz) - Development Ecosystem: Availability of SDKs, simulation software, and community support - Scalability: Modular design for future hardware expansion - Compliance Certifications: Pre-tested for FCC/CE regulatory standards - Cost-Performance Ratio: Balance between feature set and project budget

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include: - Millimeter-wave Integration: Development kits supporting 24GHz+ for automotive radar - AI-Driven Testing: Embedded machine learning algorithms for signal optimization - Energy Harvesting Support: Ultra-low power RF modules for battery-free IoT devices - Cloud Integration: Over-the-air firmware updates and remote diagnostics - Standardization: Unified platform architectures across multiple vendors

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