RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

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UPC2745TB-EVAL-A

UPC2745TB-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPC2745TB

0

NE664M04-EV04-A

NE664M04-EV04-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD NE664M04

0

UPC8179TB-EV22

UPC8179TB-EV22

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPC8179TB 2.2GHZ

0

UPC8236T6N-EVAL-A

UPC8236T6N-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD UPC8236T6N

0

UPG2157T5F-EVAL-A

UPG2157T5F-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPG2157T5F

0

UPG2314T5NZIGBEE_BT-EV

UPG2314T5NZIGBEE_BT-EV

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL KIT FOR UPG2314

0

NE3509M04-EVNF24-A

NE3509M04-EVNF24-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL DEV RF NE3509M04

0

UPC8178TB-EV19

UPC8178TB-EV19

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPC8178 1.9GHZ

0

UPC8151TB-EV09

UPC8151TB-EV09

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPC8151 900MHZ

0

UPC2771TB-EVAL

UPC2771TB-EVAL

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPC2771TB

0

UPG2214TB-EVAL-A

UPG2214TB-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD UPG2214TB

0

UPG2406TK-EVAL-A

UPG2406TK-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPG2406TK

0

UPC8179TK-EV19

UPC8179TK-EV19

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPC8179TK 1.9GHZ

0

NE52418-EVNF58

NE52418-EVNF58

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR NE52418

0

UPG2185T6R-EVAL-A

UPG2185T6R-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD UPG2185T6R

0

UPC8240T6N-EVAL-A

UPC8240T6N-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD UPC8240T6N

0

UPC8179TB-EV24

UPC8179TB-EV24

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPC8179TB 2.4GHZ

0

NE5520279A-EVPW09

NE5520279A-EVPW09

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD NE5520279A 900MHZ

0

UPG2404T6Q-EVAL-A

UPG2404T6Q-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPG2404T6Q

0

UPC3239TB-EVAL-A

UPC3239TB-EVAL-A

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

EVAL BOARD FOR UPC3239TB

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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