RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
JN5148-UG010

JN5148-UG010

NXP Semiconductors

KIT UPGRADE ZIGBEE PRO

0

OM7603/BGA2031

OM7603/BGA2031

NXP Semiconductors

EVAL BOARD FOR BGA2031

0

OM7613/BGA6589B

OM7613/BGA6589B

NXP Semiconductors

EVAL BOARD FOR BGA6589B

0

OM7865/BGA3018/2600,598

OM7865/BGA3018/2600,598

NXP Semiconductors

BOARD OM7865 BGA3018

0

OM7611/BGA2776

OM7611/BGA2776

NXP Semiconductors

EVAL BOARD FOR BGA2776

0

OM7623/BFU725F/1500,598

OM7623/BFU725F/1500,598

NXP Semiconductors

EVAL BOARD FOR BFU725F 1.5GHZ

0

OM7608/BGA2716

OM7608/BGA2716

NXP Semiconductors

EVAL BOARD FOR BGA2716

0

M5282ZIGBEE

M5282ZIGBEE

NXP Semiconductors

BOARD EVAL ZIGBEE FOR MCF5282

0

FRDM-KW019032

FRDM-KW019032

NXP Semiconductors

FREEDOM BOARD FOR KW SERIES

0

1321XCSK-BDM

1321XCSK-BDM

NXP Semiconductors

KIT STARTER FOR MC1321X

0

OM7863/BGA3015/RAMP,598

OM7863/BGA3015/RAMP,598

NXP Semiconductors

BOARD OM7863 BGA3015

0

JN5169XK010UL

JN5169XK010UL

NXP Semiconductors

JN5169 GENERIC EXPANSION KIT

0

OM7612/BGA6489B

OM7612/BGA6489B

NXP Semiconductors

EVAL BOARD FOR BGA6489B

0

OM7600/BGA2001/900

OM7600/BGA2001/900

NXP Semiconductors

EVAL BOARD FOR BGA2001

0

MRB-KW019032EU

MRB-KW019032EU

NXP Semiconductors

DEV TOOL FOR KW SERIES MCU

0

OM13532UL

OM13532UL

NXP Semiconductors

BOARD DEMO SA6X6BS RF IF

0

OM7602/BGA2022/880

OM7602/BGA2022/880

NXP Semiconductors

EVAL BOARD FOR BGA2022

0

1320XRFC

1320XRFC

NXP Semiconductors

DAUGHTER CARD FOR MC1320X+G12

0

JN516X-EK001

JN516X-EK001

NXP Semiconductors

KIT EVAL FOR JN516X

0

OM7690/BFU730F,598

OM7690/BFU730F,598

NXP Semiconductors

EVAL BOARD FOR BFU730F

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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