RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

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UPC8172TB-EV09

UPC8172TB-EV09

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD UPC8172TB 900MHZ

0

UPC2798GR-EVAL

UPC2798GR-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPC2798GR

0

NE5550234-EV09-A

NE5550234-EV09-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

BOARD EVAL NPN MED PWR TRANS

0

UPC2776TB-EVAL

UPC2776TB-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPC2776TB

0

NESG3032M14-EVNF24

NESG3032M14-EVNF24

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD NESG3032M14

0

UPC2747TB-EVAL

UPC2747TB-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPC2747TB

0

UPC8211TK-EV04

UPC8211TK-EV04

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD UPC8211TK 400MHZ

0

UPG2035T5F-EVAL

UPG2035T5F-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPG2035T5F

0

UPC2757TB-EVAL

UPC2757TB-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPC2757TB

0

UPG2179TB-EVAL-A

UPG2179TB-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD UPG2179TB

0

NESG2101M05-EVPW24-A

NESG2101M05-EVPW24-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD NESG2101M05

0

UPC8178TB-EV09

UPC8178TB-EV09

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPC8178 900MHZ

0

UPG2162T5N-EVAL-A

UPG2162T5N-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD UPG2162T5N

0

UPC8231TK-EVAL-A

UPC8231TK-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD UPC8231TK

0

UPC8244T6N-EVAL-A

UPC8244T6N-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD UPC8244T6N

0

UPG2118K-EV24-A

UPG2118K-EV24-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD UPG2118K

0

SAMPLE-KIT

SAMPLE-KIT

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

SAMPLE KIT

0

NESG260234-EVPW04-A

NESG260234-EVPW04-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD NESG260234

0

UPG2413T6Z-EVAL-A

UPG2413T6Z-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD UPG2413T6Z

0

NE552R479A-EVPW24

NE552R479A-EVPW24

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD NE552R479A

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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