RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

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TWR-13237

TWR-13237

NXP Semiconductors

KIT DEVELOPMENT MC13237CHT

1

AFIC901N-135MHZ

AFIC901N-135MHZ

NXP Semiconductors

AFIC901N REF BRD 174MHZ 1W

7

FRDM-KW24D512

FRDM-KW24D512

NXP Semiconductors

FREEDOM BOARD KINETIS KW2X

20

MMG3014N-EVKB3

MMG3014N-EVKB3

NXP Semiconductors

MMG3014N REF BRD 2200MHZ 0.4W

1

MRFX1K80N-230MHZ

MRFX1K80N-230MHZ

NXP Semiconductors

MRFX1K80N REF BOARD - 230MHZ

2

MRFX1K80H-88MHZ

MRFX1K80H-88MHZ

NXP Semiconductors

MRFX1K80H REF BRD 108MHZ 1600W

1

MRF101AN-2MHZ4UP

MRF101AN-2MHZ4UP

NXP Semiconductors

MRF101AN/BN REF BRD 250MHZ 400W

1

FRDM-KW40Z

FRDM-KW40Z

NXP Semiconductors

FREEDOM BOARD KINETIS KW40Z

4

AFV10700H-1090

AFV10700H-1090

NXP Semiconductors

AFV10700H REF BOARD 1090MHZ 700W

1

OM7922/BGA7204,598

OM7922/BGA7204,598

NXP Semiconductors

RF EVAL VGA AMP BGA7204

3

MRFE6VP6300-88

MRFE6VP6300-88

NXP Semiconductors

MRFE6VP6300H REF BRD 108MHZ 350W

2

MRB-KW019030JA

MRB-KW019030JA

NXP Semiconductors

DEV TOOL FOR KW SERIES MCU

0

OM7693/BFU730F,598

OM7693/BFU730F,598

NXP Semiconductors

EVAL BOARD FOR BFU730F

0

MRF1K50H-TF2

MRF1K50H-TF2

NXP Semiconductors

MRF1K50H REF BRD 27MHZ 1550W

1

OM7862/BGA3012/RAMP,598

OM7862/BGA3012/RAMP,598

NXP Semiconductors

BOARD OM7862 BGA3012

0

MRF1K50H-TF3

MRF1K50H-TF3

NXP Semiconductors

MRF1K50H REF BRD 81.36MHZ 1400W

1

AFSC5G26D37-EVB

AFSC5G26D37-EVB

NXP Semiconductors

AFSC5G26D37 REF BOARD 2496-2690

4

K32WAM-001-T10

K32WAM-001-T10

NXP Semiconductors

K32W041AM UPGRADE BOARD

0

MRFE6VP6300-230

MRFE6VP6300-230

NXP Semiconductors

MRFE6VP6300H REF BRD 230MHZ 300W

2

USB-KW019032

USB-KW019032

NXP Semiconductors

USB-KW019032 USB DONGLE KINETIS

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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