RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
B1010SP0-EVB-2

B1010SP0-EVB-2

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

B1010SP0-2X BLUETOOTH SMART MINI

1

B1010SP0-EVB-1

B1010SP0-EVB-1

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL KIT B1010 BT SMART MINI MOD

2

UPC3237TK-EVAL-A

UPC3237TK-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPC3237TK

5

CA3509M4-EV15

CA3509M4-EV15

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD - TUNED FOR 1.57GHZ

3

CG2409X3-EVAL

CG2409X3-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

GAAS MMIC SPDT HI POWER SWITCH

1

CG2179M2-EVAL

CG2179M2-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR CG2179M2

1

CMP9377-U-EVB

CMP9377-U-EVB

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

USB EVAL BOARD

2

UPD5713TK-EVAL-A

UPD5713TK-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPD5713TK

2

CA3509M4-EV23

CA3509M4-EV23

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD - TUNED FOR 2.33GHZ

2

CMP9377-S-EVB

CMP9377-S-EVB

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

SDIO EVAL BOARD

1

CG2214M6-EVAL

CG2214M6-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR CG2214M6

0

CG2163X3-EVAL

CG2163X3-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR CG2163X3

1

CG2164X3-EVAL

CG2164X3-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

DUAL-BAND WIRELESS DPDT RF SWITC

0

CG2176X3-EVAL

CG2176X3-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR CG2176X3

0

CG2430X1-EVAL

CG2430X1-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR CG2430X1

0

CG2415M6-EVAL

CG2415M6-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR CG2415M6

1

CG2185X2-EVAL

CG2185X2-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR CG2185X2

1

CG2409M2-EVAL

CG2409M2-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

GAAS MMIC SPDT HI POWER SWITCH

0

UPG2408TB-EVAL-A

UPG2408TB-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPG2408B

0

UPB1509GV-EVAL

UPB1509GV-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPB1509GV

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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