RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
113758-HMC571LC5

113758-HMC571LC5

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD HMC571LC5

0

M20047-EVB-1

M20047-EVB-1

Antenova

M20047-1 EVALUATION BOARD

3

MAX2769CEVKIT#

MAX2769CEVKIT#

Maxim Integrated

EVAL KIT FOR MAX2769

16

ADRF6603-EVALZ

ADRF6603-EVALZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR ADRF6603

3

XKB9-DMT-UHP

XKB9-DMT-UHP

Digi

XBEE-PRO 900HP DIGIMESH KIT (US/

122

DK-8620-10065-1A

DK-8620-10065-1A

Qualcomm

CSR8620 QFN DEV KIT

1

DC1241B-BA

DC1241B-BA

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL LTM9001-BA

3

BGA524N6BOARDTOBO1

BGA524N6BOARDTOBO1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

LNA BOARDS

8

MAPS-010164-001SMB

MAPS-010164-001SMB

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

EVAL BOARD FOR MAPS-010164-TR050

2

2607029291001

2607029291001

Würth Elektronik Midcom

AMB9625-EV EVALUATION KIT

1

119197-HMC652LP2E

119197-HMC652LP2E

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL HMC652LP2E

1

ADL5542-EVALZ

ADL5542-EVALZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVALUATION BOARD FOR ADL5542

1

EV9930

EV9930

CML Microcircuits

CMX993 EVALUATION KIT

4

B1010SP0-EVB-2

B1010SP0-EVB-2

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

B1010SP0-2X BLUETOOTH SMART MINI

1

EV1HMC647ALP6

EV1HMC647ALP6

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD HMC347A

0

ABBTM-NVC-EVK-71-MESH

ABBTM-NVC-EVK-71-MESH

Abracon

EVAL KIT ABBTM-NVC-MDCS71-MESH

0

SLWRB4164A

SLWRB4164A

Silicon Labs

EFR32MG12 2400/915 MHZ BOARD

83

CGHV40050F-AMP

CGHV40050F-AMP

Wolfspeed - a Cree company

CGHV40050F DEV BOARD WITH HEMT

2

DC656A

DC656A

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR LTC5532ES6

1

A2500R24C-EZ4E

A2500R24C-EZ4E

Anaren

BOARD TARGET END POINT A2500R24C

97

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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