RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
102991180

102991180

Seeed

WIO LITE W600 - ATSAMD21 CORTEX-

68

EK42424-01

EK42424-01

pSemi

EVAL BOARD SPDT SWITCH PE42424

12

DC1250A-AD

DC1250A-AD

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL LTM9001-AD

3

DLP-RFS-LOCATOR

DLP-RFS-LOCATOR

DLP Design, Inc.

DEMONSTRATION SYSTEM

2

XC112

XC112

Acconeer AB

CONNECTOR BOARD FOR XR112

61

EV1HMC712ALP3CE

EV1HMC712ALP3CE

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR HMC712

3

2608019324001

2608019324001

Würth Elektronik Midcom

PROTEUS-I AMB2621-1 EVAL BOARD

2

BMD-301-EVAL

BMD-301-EVAL

u-blox

KIT BLE 4.2 NORDIC NRF52832 U.FL

15

115739-HMC573LC3B

115739-HMC573LC3B

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD HMC573LC3B

7

OM7691/BFU730F,598

OM7691/BFU730F,598

NXP Semiconductors

EVAL BOARD FOR BFU730F

2

MAAL-010200-001SMB

MAAL-010200-001SMB

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

EVAL BOARD FOR MAAL-010200-TR300

3

MASWSS0179SMB

MASWSS0179SMB

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

EVAL BOARD FOR MASWSS0179TR-3000

7

SLWRB4154A

SLWRB4154A

Silicon Labs

EFR32MG1P732F256 RADIO BOARD

4

MSC-AMS868-EK

MSC-AMS868-EK

Silicon Labs

KIT EVAL ANTENNA MATRIX

2

EV1HMC252AQS24

EV1HMC252AQS24

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD FOR HMC252

11

109990245

109990245

Seeed

HACKRF ONE

0

TRF3703-17EVM

TRF3703-17EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR TRF3703-16

1

RC1180HP-RC232-DK

RC1180HP-RC232-DK

Radiocrafts

RC232 DEVELOPMENT KIT

1

MRF300AN-81MHZ

MRF300AN-81MHZ

NXP Semiconductors

MRF300AN REF BRD 81.36MHZ 325W

0

EMBER ZIGBEE DEV KIT W/PCWH

EMBER ZIGBEE DEV KIT W/PCWH

Custom Computer Services

KIT DEV EMBER ZIGBEE W/PCWH

0

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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