RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
DEVKIT EXS82-W LPWAN

DEVKIT EXS82-W LPWAN

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

LPWAN DEV KIT WITH EXS82 MODULE

48

EVAL PDS6 Rel.4

EVAL PDS6 Rel.4

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

EVAL PLS8-US Rel. 4.0

EVAL PLS8-US Rel. 4.0

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

1

DSB MINI

DSB MINI

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

DSB MINI DEV SUPPORT BOARD

48

EVAL PLAS9-X

EVAL PLAS9-X

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

1

EVAL ALS3-US Rel.3.0

EVAL ALS3-US Rel.3.0

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

0

mPCIe adapter

mPCIe adapter

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

ADAPTER LTE MODEM CARD

47

EVAL BGS12 Rel.1

EVAL BGS12 Rel.1

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

0

EVAL BGS5 Rel.2

EVAL BGS5 Rel.2

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

EVAL EHS6-A

EVAL EHS6-A

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

0

EVAL AGS2-E Rel.2

EVAL AGS2-E Rel.2

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

0

CONCEPT BOARD EHS8

CONCEPT BOARD EHS8

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

CONCEPT BOARD EHS8

25

EVAL BGS2-W

EVAL BGS2-W

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

EVAL PLS8-X Rel. 3.0

EVAL PLS8-X Rel. 3.0

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

0

EVAL EHS5-US Rel. 4

EVAL EHS5-US Rel. 4

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

0

EVAL AHS3-US REL3.3

EVAL AHS3-US REL3.3

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

0

EVAL PLS8-E Rel. 3.0

EVAL PLS8-E Rel. 3.0

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

EVAL EHS5-E Rel.4.0

EVAL EHS5-E Rel.4.0

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

2

EVAL PLS8-J Rel. 3.0

EVAL PLS8-J Rel. 3.0

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

EVALUATION MODULE CELLULAR

0

L30960N6901A100

L30960N6901A100

Thales DIS (Formerly Gemalto)

STARTER KIT FOR 5G DATA CARD (IN

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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