RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
EV1HMC787ALC3B Analog Devices, Inc.	EVAL BOARD FOR HMC787ALC3B	1
127517-HMC871LC5 Analog Devices, Inc.	EVAL BOARD HMC871LC5	0
119935-HMC687LP4 Analog Devices, Inc.	BOARD EVAL HMC687LP4E	0
DC2077A Analog Devices, Inc.	EVAL BOARD GAIN BLOCK LTC6431-20	2
DC1513B-AD Analog Devices, Inc.	BOARD EVAL LTM9004-AD	1
AD8302-EVALZ Analog Devices, Inc.	EVALUATION BOARD FOR AD8302	41
106137-HMC444LP4 Analog Devices, Inc.	BOARD EVAL HMC444LP4E	0
EV2HMC1119LP4M Analog Devices, Inc.	EVAL BOARD FOR HMC1119	14
EV1HMC773ALC3B Analog Devices, Inc.	EVAL BOARD FOR HMC773ALC3B	25
DC2847A-KIT Analog Devices, Inc.	ADL5920 LINDUINO DEMO KIT	10
AD8347-EVALZ Analog Devices, Inc.	BOARD EVAL FOR AD8347	6
124842-HMC794LP3E Analog Devices, Inc.	BOARD EVAL HMC794LP3E	1
108349-HMC450QS16G Analog Devices, Inc.	BOARD EVAL HMC450QS16GE	0
EV1HMC219BMS8G Analog Devices, Inc.	EVAL BOARD FOR HMC219BMS8GE	1
ADL5330-EVALZ Analog Devices, Inc.	EVALUATION BOARD FOR ADL5330	8
ADRF5026-EVALZ Analog Devices, Inc.	DEVELOPMENT AMPLIFIER	26
EV1HMC1121LP6G Analog Devices, Inc.	EVAL BOARD FOR HMC1121LP6GE	7
ADRF6701-EVALZ Analog Devices, Inc.	EVAL BOARD FOR ADRF6701	1
105006-HMC414MS8G Analog Devices, Inc.	EVAL BOARD HMC414MS8G	2
ADF70301-433EZKIT Analog Devices, Inc.	EVAL & DEMO KIT 433 MHZ	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

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
RF Evaluation Boards	Focus on RF signal generation, modulation/demodulation, and impedance matching testing	5G base station prototyping, Wi-Fi 6 module testing
RFID Development Kits	Support NFC, UHF/HF RFID tag/reader development with protocol analysis	Smart retail payment systems, asset tracking solutions
Multifunctional Development Boards	Integrate RF, microcontroller, and sensor interfaces for system-level testing	Industrial 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

Parameter	Description	Importance
Frequency Range	Operational bandwidth (e.g., 300 MHz - 6 GHz)	Determines application compatibility
Output Power	Transmit power level (e.g., -20 to +20 dBm)	Impacts communication distance and FCC compliance
Receiver Sensitivity	Minimum detectable signal level (e.g., -120 dBm)	Affects signal reliability in noisy environments
Impedance Matching	VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) 2:1	Ensures minimal signal reflection
Power Supply Requirements	Voltage/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

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
Texas Instruments	AFE7444EVM	Quad-channel RF-sampling transceiver evaluation
STMicroelectronics	ST25RU3993-DISCO	UHF RFID reader IC development kit
Nordic Semiconductor	nRF52840-DK	Bluetooth 5.2 and Thread protocol testing
Impinj	Speedway R420	UHF 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