RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
AMS001-E03

AMS001-E03

Silicon Labs

BREAM BRD FOR AMS001 BOBCATLP

1

4463CPSQ20D169

4463CPSQ20D169

Silicon Labs

PICO BOARD 169MHZ

6

SLWSTK6223A

SLWSTK6223A

Silicon Labs

DEV KIT WIRELESS EZR32WG 490MHZ

1

SLWRB4168A

SLWRB4168A

Silicon Labs

EFR32MG13 2400 MHZ 19 DBMRADIO B

22

SLTB010A

SLTB010A

Silicon Labs

BG22 THUNDERBOARD

803

MSC-AMS915-EK

MSC-AMS915-EK

Silicon Labs

KIT 915MHZ ANTENNA MATRIX

5

SLWSTK6006A

SLWSTK6006A

Silicon Labs

EFR32XG21 MESH STARTER KIT

97

SLWSTK6050B

SLWSTK6050B

Silicon Labs

Z-WAVE 700 STARTER KIT WITH SUPP

30

SI4689-QFN-EVB

SI4689-QFN-EVB

Silicon Labs

EVAL BOARD QFN SI4689

8

SI4136-EVB

SI4136-EVB

Silicon Labs

BOARD EVALUATION FOR SI4136

0

SLWSTK6065B

SLWSTK6065B

Silicon Labs

EFR32 FLEX GECKO 2400/169 MHZ WI

8

ETRX3587ENKIT

ETRX3587ENKIT

Silicon Labs

TELEGESIS ETRX3587 ENHANCE TO EV

0

SLWRB4262B

SLWRB4262B

Silicon Labs

868MHZ, EFR32FG14, 19DBM, LONG R

12

SLWRB4302A

SLWRB4302A

Silicon Labs

BGM121 BLUE GECKO MODULE RADIO B

9

SLWRB4255A

SLWRB4255A

Silicon Labs

EFR32FG13 2400/915 MHZ 19 DBMDUA

6

SLWRB4305E

SLWRB4305E

Silicon Labs

MGM13S12 MESH MODULE RADIO BOARD

9

4010-KFOBDEV-868

4010-KFOBDEV-868

Silicon Labs

KIT DEV SI4010 SI4355 RX 868MHZ

2

SLWRB4502B

SLWRB4502B

Silicon Labs

EZR32LG 434 MHZ 10 DBM RADIO BOA

1

RBK-ZW500DEV-EMB2

RBK-ZW500DEV-EMB2

Silicon Labs

DEV KIT FOR Z-WAVE 500SERIES

23

RD-0098-0401

RD-0098-0401

Silicon Labs

EFR32MG12 CONNECTED LIGHTING KIT

7

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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