RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MASWSS0169SMB

MASWSS0169SMB

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

EVAL BOARD FOR MASWSS0169TR-3000

1

EK64909-12

EK64909-12

pSemi

KIT EVAL FOR PE64909

1

DVK-RM186-SM-01

DVK-RM186-SM-01

Laird Connectivity

DEV KIT, INTELLIGENT LORA/BLE EU

1

SKY85325-11EK1

SKY85325-11EK1

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

EVALUATION BOARD SKY85325-11

7

EVK-L21

EVK-L21

u-blox

U-BLOX 4G LTE EVALUATION KIT WIT

0

IMPEXPLORER KIT

IMPEXPLORER KIT

Electric Imp

IMPEXPLORER DEVELOPER KIT

7

SKY67151-396EK2

SKY67151-396EK2

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

EVAL BOARD RF LNA SKY67151-396LF

19

ACC-ZDB5101-U2

ACC-ZDB5101-U2

Silicon Labs

DEVELOPMENT BOARD W/ ZM5101

6

CG2H40045F-AMP

CG2H40045F-AMP

Wolfspeed - a Cree company

CG2H40045F DEV BOARD WITH HEMT

1

DK-CSR1011-10138-1A

DK-CSR1011-10138-1A

Qualcomm

EVAL KIT FOR CSR1011

9

M031-E

M031-E

M5Stack

COM.LTE DATA MODULE(A7600C)

0

MAAP-011027-000SMB

MAAP-011027-000SMB

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

EVAL BOARD FOR MAAP-011027

1

EVK-U20-01S

EVK-U20-01S

u-blox

HSPA EVALUATION KIT FOR LISA-U20

6

SKY5A1007EK1

SKY5A1007EK1

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

EVALUATION BOARD/KIT

9

MTCDT-LEU1-247A-STARTERKIT-868

MTCDT-LEU1-247A-STARTERKIT-868

Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.

LTE IOT KIT FOR LORA 868MHZ

3

4362CPRXB434M

4362CPRXB434M

Silicon Labs

PICO BOARD RCVR 434MHZ

4

PIS-1037

PIS-1037

Pi Supply

RAK833-EVB LORA GATEWAY 915MHZ

2

MAAM-007239-001SMB

MAAM-007239-001SMB

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

EVAL BOARD FOR MAAM-007239-TR100

3

117638-HMC338LC3B

117638-HMC338LC3B

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD HMC338LC3B

0

DC9007A

DC9007A

Analog Devices, Inc.

KIT START SMARTMESH WIRELESSHART

1

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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