RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
SLWSTK6240A

SLWSTK6240A

Silicon Labs

DEV KIT WIRELESS EZR32HG 868MHZ

2

SLEXP8022A

SLEXP8022A

Silicon Labs

WF200 WI-FI EXPANSION BOARD

32

SLWRB4259A

SLWRB4259A

Silicon Labs

EFR32FG14 2400/434 MHZ 10 DBM RA

22

ACC-ZDB5202-U2

ACC-ZDB5202-U2

Silicon Labs

EVAL BOARD Z-WAVE FOR ZM5202

5

ISM-DK3

ISM-DK3

Silicon Labs

KIT DEVELOPMENT ISM 3

2

SLWSTK6121A

SLWSTK6121A

Silicon Labs

WGM160P WI-FI MODULE STARTER KIT

25

4467CPCE10D868

4467CPCE10D868

Silicon Labs

WIRELESS RF PICO BOARD

5

SLWRB4308A

SLWRB4308A

Silicon Labs

XGM210P032 WIRELESS GECKO MODULE

48

ACC-UZB3-E-STA

ACC-UZB3-E-STA

Silicon Labs

CONTROLLER USB Z-WAVE

117

4438C-490-PDK

4438C-490-PDK

Silicon Labs

BIDIRECTIONAL +20DBM LINK FOR CH

0

ETRX3DVK357

ETRX3DVK357

Silicon Labs

KIT DEVELOPMENT FOR ETRX357

6

SLWRB4304A

SLWRB4304A

Silicon Labs

MGM12P 2.4 GHZ +18 DBM W/LNA RAD

36

RBK-ZW500DEV-CON2

RBK-ZW500DEV-CON2

Silicon Labs

DEV KIT FOR Z-WAVE 500SERIES

22

SLWRB4505B

SLWRB4505B

Silicon Labs

EZR32WG 490 MHZ 20 DBM RADIO BOA

12

SLWRB4150A

SLWRB4150A

Silicon Labs

EFR32MG 2400/868 MHZ 13 DBM DUAL

8

SLWRB4502C

SLWRB4502C

Silicon Labs

EZR32WG 868 MHZ 13 DBM RADIO BOA

4

SLWSTK6242A

SLWSTK6242A

Silicon Labs

DEV KIT WIRELESS EZR32HG 915MHZ

1

SLWSTK6244A

SLWSTK6244A

Silicon Labs

DEV KIT WIRELESS EZR32HG 169MHZ

0

EM357-STACK

EM357-STACK

Silicon Labs

BOARD STACK EM357 MOD & BREAKOUT

0

4463CPSQ20C169SE

4463CPSQ20C169SE

Silicon Labs

PICO BOARD 169MHZ ETSI CAT1

2

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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