RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MASW-000936-001SMB

MASW-000936-001SMB

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

EVAL BOARD FOR MASW-000936-14000

0

ACC-005

ACC-005

Laird Connectivity

EVAL BOARD CODEC WINBOND W681360

0

SR4L034-EVB-1

SR4L034-EVB-1

Antenova

INVERSA LEFT EVALUATION BOARD

3

ADL5605-EVALZ

ADL5605-EVALZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR ADL5605

1

EVAL01-HMC1090LP3E

EVAL01-HMC1090LP3E

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD HMC1090LP3E

1

EVK-M8T-0

EVK-M8T-0

u-blox

U-BLOX M8 TIMING GNSS EVALUATION

63

EVM-868-PRC-UFL

EVM-868-PRC-UFL

Linx Technologies

CERTIFIED HUMPRC EVM MOD 868MHZ

0

EVM-900-PRC-UFL

EVM-900-PRC-UFL

Linx Technologies

CERTIFIED HUMPRC EVM MOD 900MHZ

0

WIZFI310-EVB

WIZFI310-EVB

WIZnet

EVALUATION BOARD FOR WIZFI310

3

882-0029

882-0029

Telit

KIT AEK 720P H264 MAX64380 W/HW

0

4010-KFOBDEV-915

4010-KFOBDEV-915

Silicon Labs

KIT DEV SI4010 SI4355 RX 915MHZ

2

CY8CKIT-042-BLE

CY8CKIT-042-BLE

Cypress Semiconductor

BLE 4.2 PIONEER KIT

0

AD8361-EVALZ

AD8361-EVALZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR AD8361

12

SLWRB4181C

SLWRB4181C

Silicon Labs

EFR32XG21 2.4GHZ +10 DBM RADIO B

143

DVK-SFAZ-1-GEVK

DVK-SFAZ-1-GEVK

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

EVAL BOARD SIGFOX AX-SFAZ

0

EVAL_PAN4561

EVAL_PAN4561

Panasonic

EVAL KIT FOR PAN4561 MODULE

0

EV-RADAR-MMIC2

EV-RADAR-MMIC2

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BRD ADF4159 ADF5901 ADF5904

11

EV-BM832

EV-BM832

Fanstel Corp.

EVALUATION BOARD FOR BM832

10

SKY13270-92LF-EVB

SKY13270-92LF-EVB

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

BOARD EVAL SPDT SW SKY13270-92

1

DC748A

DC748A

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR LT5534ESC6

11

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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