RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
EVAL EMS31-X Rel.3

EVAL EMS31-X Rel.3

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

EVAL BGS1-E

EVAL BGS1-E

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

EVAL PHS8-P

EVAL PHS8-P

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

EVAL ELS31-V

EVAL ELS31-V

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

LGA Socket SML

LGA Socket SML

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

LGA DEV KIT SOCKET SMALL/LARGE

188

EVAL ELS61-US Rel.1

EVAL ELS61-US Rel.1

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

1

DSB75

DSB75

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

DSB75 BASE STARTER DEV BOARD

24

EVAL ELS61-AUS Rel.1

EVAL ELS61-AUS Rel.1

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

EVAL ELS31-VA

EVAL ELS31-VA

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

EVAL ELS31-J Rel.2.0

EVAL ELS31-J Rel.2.0

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

EVAL AHS3-W REL.3.3

EVAL AHS3-W REL.3.3

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

EVAL EMS31-US

EVAL EMS31-US

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

EVAL ELS61-E R2

EVAL ELS61-E R2

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

LGA DevKit SM

LGA DevKit SM

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

LGA DEV KIT SMALL

188

EVAL ENS22-E Rel1.

EVAL ENS22-E Rel1.

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

LGA DevKit L

LGA DevKit L

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

LGA DEV KIT LARGE

197

EVAL PLAS9-W

EVAL PLAS9-W

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

EVAL PLS62-W Rel.1

EVAL PLS62-W Rel.1

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

5

DEVKIT ENS22-E NB-IOT

DEVKIT ENS22-E NB-IOT

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

NB-IOT DEV KIT WITH ENS22 MODULE

38

EVAL ELS61-E2

EVAL ELS61-E2

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

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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