RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
13237ADC-SFTW

13237ADC-SFTW

NXP Semiconductors

KIT DEV MC13237CHT SFTW

1

OM7859/BGA3015UL

OM7859/BGA3015UL

NXP Semiconductors

BOARD OM7859 BGA3015

0

SLN-IOT-GPI

SLN-IOT-GPI

NXP Semiconductors

SLN-IOT-GPI

7

AP13192USLK

AP13192USLK

NXP Semiconductors

KIT EVAL TRANSCEIVER MC13192

0

MRF101AN-230MHZ

MRF101AN-230MHZ

NXP Semiconductors

MRF101AN REF BRD 230MHZ 115W

2

OM7806/BGU7007,598

OM7806/BGU7007,598

NXP Semiconductors

RF EVAL FOR BGU7007

1

FRDM-KW36

FRDM-KW36

NXP Semiconductors

FREEDOM BOARD KINETIS KW35/36

38

TWRPI-BLE-DEMO

TWRPI-BLE-DEMO

NXP Semiconductors

TWRPI-BLE-DEMO

7

MRF13750H-1300

MRF13750H-1300

NXP Semiconductors

MRF13750H REF BRD 1300MHZ 700W

0

AFIC901N-760MHZ

AFIC901N-760MHZ

NXP Semiconductors

AFIC901N REF BRD 870MHZ 1W

1

MRFX1K80H-VHFDHY

MRFX1K80H-VHFDHY

NXP Semiconductors

MRFX1K80H REF BRD 230MHZ 1200W

2

MRFX1K80H-27MHZ

MRFX1K80H-27MHZ

NXP Semiconductors

MRFX1K80H REF BRD 27MHZ 1800W

6

13237ADC-BDM

13237ADC-BDM

NXP Semiconductors

KIT DEV MC13237CHT BDM

1

MRF300A-27MHZ

MRF300A-27MHZ

NXP Semiconductors

MRF300AN REF BRD 27MHZ 330W

0

OM7861/CURRENTAMUL

OM7861/CURRENTAMUL

NXP Semiconductors

BOARD OM7861 BGA3018, BGA3015

1

MRF101AN-50MHZ

MRF101AN-50MHZ

NXP Semiconductors

MRF101AN REF BRD 50MHZ 119W

2

MRF1K50N-TF1

MRF1K50N-TF1

NXP Semiconductors

MRF1K50N REF BRD 108MHZ 1420W

1

MRFX035H-30MHZ

MRFX035H-30MHZ

NXP Semiconductors

MRFX035H REF BRD 400MHZ 35W

2

MRFX1K80H-128MHZ

MRFX1K80H-128MHZ

NXP Semiconductors

MRFX1K80H REF BRD 128MHZ 3775W

2

USB-KW41Z

USB-KW41Z

NXP Semiconductors

USB DONGLE FOR SNIFFER OPERATION

65

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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