RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
STEVAL-IDI005V1

STEVAL-IDI005V1

STMicroelectronics

EVAL BOARD FOR SP1ML-868

0

STEVAL-IDB005V1D

STEVAL-IDB005V1D

STMicroelectronics

EVAL BOARD FOR BLUENRG-MS

0

STEVAL-IKR002V7D

STEVAL-IKR002V7D

STMicroelectronics

BOARD DAUGHTER SPIRIT1 169MHZ

1

P-NUCLEO-WB55

P-NUCLEO-WB55

STMicroelectronics

BLE NUCLEO PACK INCLUDING USB DO

225

STEVAL-BCN002V1B

STEVAL-BCN002V1B

STMicroelectronics

BLUENRG-TILE - BLUETOOTH LE ENAB

137

STEVAL-IDB007V1M

STEVAL-IDB007V1M

STMicroelectronics

EVAL PLATFORM SPBTLE-1S MODULE

10

STEVAL-FKI915V1

STEVAL-FKI915V1

STMicroelectronics

BOARD & REF DESIGN

38

P-NUCLEO-LRWAN2

P-NUCLEO-LRWAN2

STMicroelectronics

STM32 NUCLEO PACK LORA: HF BAND

81

STM32W108C-SK

STM32W108C-SK

STMicroelectronics

EVAL BOARD FOR STM32W108

0

B-L072Z-LRWAN1

B-L072Z-LRWAN1

STMicroelectronics

STM32 LORA DISCOVERY KIT (STM32

0

STEVAL-IDB009V1

STEVAL-IDB009V1

STMicroelectronics

EVAL BOARD 2.4GHZ BLUENRG-248

26

STEVAL-IDI004V2

STEVAL-IDI004V2

STMicroelectronics

EVAL INTERNET OF THINGS WIRELESS

9

STEVAL-IDB008V1M

STEVAL-IDB008V1M

STMicroelectronics

EVAL BOARD FOR BLUENRG-M2SA

46

STM32W108B-SK

STM32W108B-SK

STMicroelectronics

STARTER KIT FOR STM32W108

0

STEVAL-IDB008V2

STEVAL-IDB008V2

STMicroelectronics

EVALUATION PLATFORM BASED

64

STEVAL-BTDP1

STEVAL-BTDP1

STMicroelectronics

COMMUNICATION & CONNECTIVITY SOL

8

STEVAL-IDB005V1

STEVAL-IDB005V1

STMicroelectronics

EVAL BOARD BT BLUENRG-MS

11

STEVAL-IDI002V2

STEVAL-IDI002V2

STMicroelectronics

EVAL BOARD RF NFC MULTI-SENSOR

0

X-NUCLEO-GNSS1A1

X-NUCLEO-GNSS1A1

STMicroelectronics

GNSS EXPANSION BOARD BASED ON TE

12

B-L4S5I-IOT01A

B-L4S5I-IOT01A

STMicroelectronics

STM32L4+ DISCOVERY KIT IOT NODE,

288

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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