RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
SLWSTK6023A

SLWSTK6023A

Silicon Labs

EFR32XG21 BLUETOOTH STARTER KIT

0

WAB-GW-GS1011MIP

WAB-GW-GS1011MIP

Future Designs, Inc.

WI-FI ADAPTER BOARD 802.11B

0

ADC-WB-BB/NOPB

ADC-WB-BB/NOPB

Texas Instruments

BALUN BOARD ADC WIDE BAND

134

AD8312-EVALZ

AD8312-EVALZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR AD8312

1

SLWRB4258B

SLWRB4258B

Silicon Labs

EFR32FG14 2400/169 MHZ 19 DBM RA

3

SKY13314-374-EVB

SKY13314-374-EVB

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR SKY13314

2

DVK-AXM0F243-868-1-GEVK

DVK-AXM0F243-868-1-GEVK

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

AXM0F243 EVALUATION KIT -

3

DEV-16828

DEV-16828

SparkFun

SPARKFUN ARTEMIS DEVELOPMENT KIT

19

RFD21815

RFD21815

EVAL BOARD FOR RFD21733

4

SKY13355-374LF_EVB

SKY13355-374LF_EVB

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR SKY13355-374LF

0

BCES01-EP

BCES01-EP

Qualcomm

END POINT CASIRA BLUETOOTH

3

RN-131-PICTAIL

RN-131-PICTAIL

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

BOARD EVAL RN131

4

CC-WMX6-KIT

CC-WMX6-KIT

Digi

KIT DEV CONNECTCORE 6 FOR I.MX6

29

EVM-868-PRC-CAS

EVM-868-PRC-CAS

Linx Technologies

CERTIFIED HUMPRC EVM MOD 868MHZ

0

4460CPCE30E915S

4460CPCE30E915S

Silicon Labs

WIRELESS RF PICO BOARD

0

4362CPRXB915M

4362CPRXB915M

Silicon Labs

PICO BOARD RCVR 915MHZ

0

ATAVRFEB-P4

ATAVRFEB-P4

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

ATAVRFEB-P4

2

KIT-17071

KIT-17071

SparkFun

SPARKFUN ARTEMIS DEVELOPMENT KIT

23

110124-HMC546MS8G

110124-HMC546MS8G

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD HMC546MS8G

1

DC489A-B

DC489A-B

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD DEMO FOR LTC5507ES6

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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