RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
SLWSTK6103A

SLWSTK6103A

Silicon Labs

BGM220 WIRELESS GECKO MODULE ST

47

ADRF6820-EVALZ

ADRF6820-EVALZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL KIT 695-2400MHZ DEMODULATOR

13

4463CPSQ27F169

4463CPSQ27F169

Silicon Labs

PICO BOARD 169MHZ FET

0

EV1HMC558ALC3B

EV1HMC558ALC3B

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR HMC558ALC3B

0

115820-HMC215LP4

115820-HMC215LP4

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL HMC215LP4E

2

CY8CPROTO-062-4343W

CY8CPROTO-062-4343W

Cypress Semiconductor

PSOC 6 WIFI-BT EVAL

53

119926-HMC683LP6C

119926-HMC683LP6C

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL HMC683LP6CE

0

JN5169HA/EVAL1Z

JN5169HA/EVAL1Z

NXP Semiconductors

KIT EVAL FOR JN5169

0

DT100112

DT100112

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

PIC-BLE DEVELOPMENT BOARD

69

2606039021001

2606039021001

Würth Elektronik Midcom

AMB2524-EV EVALUATION KIT

1

MAX41464EVKIT-868

MAX41464EVKIT-868

Maxim Integrated

SUB-GHZ ISM FSK TRANSMITTER WITH

527

BT-MSPAUDSOURCE

BT-MSPAUDSOURCE

Texas Instruments

REF BOARD BT/MSP430 AUDIO SOURCE

3

DKBLE112

DKBLE112

Silicon Labs

EVAL BOARD BLE112

0

MIKROE-290

MIKROE-290

MikroElektronika

BOARD EASYBEE W/ATZB-24-A2/B0

0

A1101R04C-EZ4E

A1101R04C-EZ4E

Anaren

BOARD TARGET END POINT A1101R04C

13

SKY66420-11EK1

SKY66420-11EK1

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

KIT 902 928 MHZ DISC LC FILTER

2

SKY67100-396LF-EVB

SKY67100-396LF-EVB

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR SKY67100-396

0

SR4C005-U1

SR4C005-U1

Antenova

SIMILIS EVAL BOARD

1

TWR-WIFI-AR4100

TWR-WIFI-AR4100

NXP Semiconductors

TOWER SYST WIFI 802.11N SYST

0

DM164139

DM164139

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

RN2903 LORA(R) MOTE

27

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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