RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
CY8CPROTO-063-BLE

CY8CPROTO-063-BLE

Cypress Semiconductor

PSOC 6 BLE 5.0 EVAL

137

EM35X-DEV-IAR

EM35X-DEV-IAR

Silicon Labs

KIT DEV EM35X IAR EWARM ZIGBEE

2

TC1-DESIQ-SBB/NOPB

TC1-DESIQ-SBB/NOPB

Texas Instruments

ADC1XD1X00RB ACCESSORY

2

DC2322A

DC2322A

Analog Devices, Inc.

DEMO BOARD FOR LTC5576

1

AD8354-EVALZ

AD8354-EVALZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR AD8354

7

ADL5331-EVALZ

ADL5331-EVALZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR ADL5331

1

STEVAL-IDB009V1

STEVAL-IDB009V1

STMicroelectronics

EVAL BOARD 2.4GHZ BLUENRG-248

26

SMARTRFTRXEBK

SMARTRFTRXEBK

Texas Instruments

EVAL BOARD SMART RF

11

MAX2121EVKIT#

MAX2121EVKIT#

Maxim Integrated

KIT EVAL FOR MAX2121

115

M031-G

M031-G

M5Stack

COM.GPS MODULE (NEO-M8N) WITH AN

0

MAX2900EVKIT#

MAX2900EVKIT#

Maxim Integrated

KIT EVAL FOR MAX2900 TRANSMITTER

11

110227-HMC530LP5

110227-HMC530LP5

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL HMC530LP5E

3

455-00023

455-00023

Laird Connectivity

DEV KIT BLUETOOTH 5 PA LNA MHF4

10

STEVAL-IDI004V2

STEVAL-IDI004V2

STMicroelectronics

EVAL INTERNET OF THINGS WIRELESS

9

DVK-BL600-ST

DVK-BL600-ST

Laird Connectivity

BOARD EVAL FOR BL600-ST

0

SKY12343-364LF-EVB

SKY12343-364LF-EVB

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR SKY12343-364

11

DC2274A-A

DC2274A-A

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD USB NETWORK MANAGER

7

BM-23-EVB

BM-23-EVB

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

EVAL BOARD WPD TOOL BM23

2

CGHV50200F-AMP

CGHV50200F-AMP

Wolfspeed - a Cree company

EVAL BOARD FOR CGHV50200

2

ENW49C01AYKF

ENW49C01AYKF

Panasonic

PAN9420 EVALUATION KIT

4

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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