RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
EB_NN02-220-1B-2R-1P

EB_NN02-220-1B-2R-1P

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_ALL MXTEND 1P SENIOR

4

EB_NN03-320-M-GNSS

EB_NN03-320-M-GNSS

Fractus Antennas S.L.

DUO MXTENDTM GNSS MIDDLE

1

EB_NN01-105A

EB_NN01-105A

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_EZCONNECT - 105 (915 MHZ)

6

EB_FR01-S4-250-UFL2R

EB_FR01-S4-250-UFL2R

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_CUBE MXTEND 2P UFL

5

EB_FR01-S4-250-CPW1R-850

EB_FR01-S4-250-CPW1R-850

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_CUBE MXTEND 1P 850 MHZ CPW

5

EB_FR05-S1-N-0-102

EB_FR05-S1-N-0-102

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_COMPACT REACH XTEND - 102

4

EB_FR01-S4-250-1B-2R-1P

EB_FR01-S4-250-1B-2R-1P

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_CUBE MXTEND 1P MULTIBAND

5

EB_NN03-310-M

EB_NN03-310-M

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_TRIO MXTEND

4

EB_FR05-S1-N-0-110

EB_FR05-S1-N-0-110

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_MICRO REACH XTEND - 110

5

EB_NN01-004

EB_NN01-004

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_COMPACT DUAL BAND - 004

8

EB_FR01-S4-224-UFL3R-2P

EB_FR01-S4-224-UFL3R-2P

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_RUN MXTEND 2P UFL

5

EB_FR01-S4-224-1561-1606

EB_FR01-S4-224-1561-1606

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_RUN MXTEND 1P 1561-1606 MHZ

3

EB_NN02-250-CPW3R

EB_NN02-250-CPW3R

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_CUBE MXTEND 3 PORTS CPW

0

EB_FR01-S4-232-UFL2R-1P

EB_FR01-S4-232-UFL2R-1P

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_BAR MXTEND 1P UFL

3

EB_FR05-S1-NO-1-003

EB_FR05-S1-NO-1-003

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_DUAL BAND - 003

3

EB_NN02-224-1B-2R-1P

EB_NN02-224-1B-2R-1P

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_RUN MXTEND 1P MULTIBAND

7

EB_FR01-S4-224-868-915

EB_FR01-S4-224-868-915

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_RUN MXTEND 1P 868-915 MHZ

8

EB_NN03-320-M-GNSS-BT

EB_NN03-320-M-GNSS-BT

Fractus Antennas S.L.

DUO MXTENDTM GNSS+BT MIDDLE

4

EB_FR01-S4-224-868

EB_FR01-S4-224-868

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_RUN MXTEND 1P 868 MHZ

4

EB_NN02-250-UFL3R

EB_NN02-250-UFL3R

Fractus Antennas S.L.

EB_CUBE MXTEND 3 PORTS UFL

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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