RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
TWR-12311-EU

TWR-12311-EU

NXP Semiconductors

TOWER MODULE FOR EUROPE

1

OM7802/BGU7003/CMMB,598

OM7802/BGU7003/CMMB,598

NXP Semiconductors

RF EVAL FOR BGU7003

3

SLN-RPK-NODE

SLN-RPK-NODE

NXP Semiconductors

RAPID IOT PROTOTYPING KIT

345

USB-KW38

USB-KW38

NXP Semiconductors

WIRELESS PACKET SNIFFER USB

40

MRF1K50H-TF4

MRF1K50H-TF4

NXP Semiconductors

MRF1K50H REF BRD 230MHZ 1500W

0

QN9080SIP-DK

QN9080SIP-DK

NXP Semiconductors

QN9080SIP DEV KIT + DONGLE

13

1323XDSK-BDM

1323XDSK-BDM

NXP Semiconductors

RF EVAL FOR MC1323X

3

JN5169XK020UL

JN5169XK020UL

NXP Semiconductors

JN5169 LIGHTING EXPANSION KIT

5

OM7964/BFU5XXXRUL

OM7964/BFU5XXXRUL

NXP Semiconductors

KIT EVAL BFU520XR, 530XR, 550XR

1

AFSC5G35D35-EVB

AFSC5G35D35-EVB

NXP Semiconductors

AFSC5G35D35 REF BOARD 3400-3600

5

TWR-KW24D512

TWR-KW24D512

NXP Semiconductors

TOWER SYSTEM KIT

26

MRF24G300HS-2450

MRF24G300HS-2450

NXP Semiconductors

MRF24G300HS REF BRD 2500MHZ 330W

0

OM7800/BGU7003/100,598

OM7800/BGU7003/100,598

NXP Semiconductors

RF EVAL FOR BGU7003

2

OM7691/BFU730F,598

OM7691/BFU730F,598

NXP Semiconductors

EVAL BOARD FOR BFU730F

2

MRF300AN-81MHZ

MRF300AN-81MHZ

NXP Semiconductors

MRF300AN REF BRD 81.36MHZ 325W

0

MRF101AN-13MHZ

MRF101AN-13MHZ

NXP Semiconductors

MRF101AN REF BRD 13.56MHZ 130W

3

FRDM-KW38

FRDM-KW38

NXP Semiconductors

KW38 FREEDOM DEV BOARD

11

MRF300AN-230MHZ

MRF300AN-230MHZ

NXP Semiconductors

MRF300AN REF BRD 230MHZ 330W

2

OM13312,598

OM13312,598

NXP Semiconductors

BOARD DEMO SA636DK

1

OM7805/BGU7008,598

OM7805/BGU7008,598

NXP Semiconductors

RF EVAL FOR BGU7008

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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