RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
ADRV1CRR-FMC

ADRV1CRR-FMC

Analog Devices, Inc.

SDR MODULE CARRIER/FMC CARRIER

34

108344-HMC464LP5

108344-HMC464LP5

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL HMC464LP5E

0

M830510-01

M830510-01

Ethertronics

WLAN DEMO BOARD 802.11 8X3X1.3MM

0

ELC.10L

ELC.10L

Taoglas

EDGE IOT STARTER KIT EMEA

20

W3009-K

W3009-K

PulseLarsen Antenna

EVAL BOARD W3009 W/ SMA FEMALE

34

SE5516A-EK1

SE5516A-EK1

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

SE5516A-EVALUATION KIT

2

MRF24G300HS-2450

MRF24G300HS-2450

NXP Semiconductors

MRF24G300HS REF BRD 2500MHZ 330W

0

F1956EVS

F1956EVS

Renesas Electronics America

RF

0

ADP-L280-00S

ADP-L280-00S

u-blox

ADAPTER BOARD FOR EVK-L23 INCLUD

8

MTDOT-BOX-G-868-B

MTDOT-BOX-G-868-B

Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.

LORA EVAL KIT 868MHZ

1

SLWRB4180B

SLWRB4180B

Silicon Labs

DBM RADIO BOARD EFR32XG21 +20

12

124390-HMC741ST89E

124390-HMC741ST89E

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL AMP MMIC HMC741

1

EKSNSNZWW

EKSNSNZWW

TAIYO YUDEN

EVAL KIT FOR EYSNSNZWW

7

RC1230-DK

RC1230-DK

Radiocrafts

NARROWBAND DEVELOPMENT KIT

0

XPC270300EK

XPC270300EK

Maestro Wireless Solutions (Lantronix)

EVAL XPICO 270

8

SKY12325-350LF-EVB

SKY12325-350LF-EVB

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR SKY12325-350

0

ESP32-DEVKITC-32UE

ESP32-DEVKITC-32UE

Espressif Systems

ESP32-WROOM-32UE 4MB FLASH

286

XX1002-QH-EV1

XX1002-QH-EV1

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

EVAL BOARD FOR XX1002-QH-0G0T

2

ADRF5720-EVALZ

ADRF5720-EVALZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD

15

EK44820-02

EK44820-02

pSemi

KIT EVALUATION FOR PE44820

5

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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