RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

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EVK-NINA-W152

EVK-NINA-W152

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EVK FOR NINA-W152 CONNECTIVITY S

0

ADP-R211-00B

ADP-R211-00B

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ADAPTER BOARD FOR EVK-R211 INCLU

9

EVK-C20-0XS

EVK-C20-0XS

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U-BLOX CDMA 2000 1XRTT EVALUATIO

0

EVK-R203-00B

EVK-R203-00B

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EVALUATION KIT FOR LARA-R203

4

EVK-R510M8S-0

EVK-R510M8S-0

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SARA-R510M8S EVAL KIT M1 NB2 5G

3

EVK-R211-00B

EVK-R211-00B

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EVALUATION KIT FOR LARA-R211

5

EVK-C20-04S

EVK-C20-04S

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CDMA 1XRTT EVALUATION KIT FOR LI

10

EVK-JODY-W263

EVK-JODY-W263

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EVAL FOR JODY-W263 88W8987

8

ADP-R200-00B

ADP-R200-00B

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ADAPTER BOARD FOR EVK-R200 INCLU

6

EVK-R204-00B

EVK-R204-00B

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EVALUATION KIT FOR LARA-R204

7

ADP-G450-0

ADP-G450-0

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GSM/GPRS ADAPTER BOARD FOR WIREL

20

BMD-380-EVAL

BMD-380-EVAL

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EVAL BOARD BMD-380 NRF52840

37

EVK-R500S-0

EVK-R500S-0

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SARA-R500S EVAL KIT M1 NB2 5G

19

EVK-R202-00B

EVK-R202-00B

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EVALUATION KIT FOR TOBY-R202

6

ADP-R204-00B

ADP-R204-00B

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ADAPTER BOARD FOR EVK-R204 INCLU

10

ADP-R202-00B

ADP-R202-00B

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ADAPTER BOARD FOR EVK-R202 INCLU

9

C16-U20-00S

C16-U20-00S

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APP. BOARD WITH LISA-U200 (W-CDM

0

EVK-C20-2XS

EVK-C20-2XS

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U-BLOX CDMA 2000 1XRTT EVALUATIO

0

EVK-N410-02B

EVK-N410-02B

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CAT NB1 EVALUATION KIT FOR SARA-

7

EVK-R510S-0

EVK-R510S-0

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SARA-R510S EVAL KIT M1 NB2 5G

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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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