RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
JN516X-EK006-230VZ

JN516X-EK006-230VZ

NXP Semiconductors

DEMO BOARD WIRELESS MCU

0

MC13851-1960EVK

MC13851-1960EVK

NXP Semiconductors

IC MC13851_1960_EVK

0

MC13850-2400EVK

MC13850-2400EVK

NXP Semiconductors

IC PMU MC13850 EVB 2400MHZ

0

OM15018Z

OM15018Z

NXP Semiconductors

DEMO BOARD MCU WIRELESS

0

13193EVK-SFTW

13193EVK-SFTW

NXP Semiconductors

KIT EVAL FOR MC13193 W/SOFTWARE

0

MC13852-900EVK

MC13852-900EVK

NXP Semiconductors

IC MC13852 EVB 900MHZ

0

MC44BS373CAFCEVK

MC44BS373CAFCEVK

NXP Semiconductors

KIT EVAL FOR BS373CAFC 16PIN

0

JN5169LIGHT/EVAL1Z

JN5169LIGHT/EVAL1Z

NXP Semiconductors

DEMO BOARD WIRELESS MCU

0

MPC8308-NSG

MPC8308-NSG

NXP Semiconductors

REF DESIGN SMART GATEWAY MPC8308

0

13192EVK-SFTE

13192EVK-SFTE

NXP Semiconductors

EVAL KIT HARDWARE DEV

0

OM15009Z

OM15009Z

NXP Semiconductors

DEMO BOARD MCU WIRELESS

0

JN5169SMA/EVAL1Z

JN5169SMA/EVAL1Z

NXP Semiconductors

DEMO BOARD WIRELESS MCU

0

13193EVK-A00

13193EVK-A00

NXP Semiconductors

KIT ZIGBEE RF MC13193

0

MC33493MOD434

MC33493MOD434

NXP Semiconductors

BOARD EVALUATION FOR MC33493 TX

0

13192DSK-BDM-A00

13192DSK-BDM-A00

NXP Semiconductors

KIT STARTER MC13191/92 W/CABLE

0

MC44S802AEVK

MC44S802AEVK

NXP Semiconductors

KIT EVAL MC44S802A SI TUNER

0

JN5179DB/01Z

JN5179DB/01Z

NXP Semiconductors

DEMO BOARD MCU WIRELESS

0

JN517X-DK005Z

JN517X-DK005Z

NXP Semiconductors

JN5179 ZIGBEE DEVELOPMENT KIT

0

TWR-METRO-KIT-EU

TWR-METRO-KIT-EU

NXP Semiconductors

KIT DEV TOWER METRO EUROPE

0

13192EVB-A0E

13192EVB-A0E

NXP Semiconductors

EVAL BOARD HARDWARE DEV

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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