RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
DVK-RM191-SM-01

DVK-RM191-SM-01

Laird Connectivity

DEV KIT, INTELLIGENT LORA/BLE US

14

DVK-BT850-SA

DVK-BT850-SA

Laird Connectivity

DEVELOPMENT KIT FOR BT850SA MODU

10

DVK-BT740-SC-02

DVK-BT740-SC-02

Laird Connectivity

DEV KIT FOR BT740 V2.1 U.FL

2

455-00113

455-00113

Laird Connectivity

RX TXRX MOD WIFI CHASSIS MOUNT

11

455-00001

455-00001

Laird Connectivity

DEV KIT FOR 451-00001 BL654 MODU

37

455-00031

455-00031

Laird Connectivity

DEV KIT STERLING-EWB U.FL

6

DVK-BTM431

DVK-BTM431

Laird Connectivity

RF EVAL FOR BTM431 2.4GHZ

1

455-00030

455-00030

Laird Connectivity

DEV KIT STERLING-EWB CHIP ANT

28

DVK-RM024-S125-C

DVK-RM024-S125-C

Laird Connectivity

BOARD EVAL FOR RAMP RM024

0

DVK-BT860-ST

DVK-BT860-ST

Laird Connectivity

DEVELOPMENT KIT FOR BT860S5 MODU

0

DVK-BL652-SC

DVK-BL652-SC

Laird Connectivity

DEVELOPMENT KIT FOR BL652-SCMOD

15

BB600-SA-02

BB600-SA-02

Laird Connectivity

BREAKOUT BOARD FOR BL600-SA

152

SDK-AC4790LR-1000M

SDK-AC4790LR-1000M

Laird Connectivity

KIT DESIGN FOR AC4790LR-1000M

2

DVK-BTM411

DVK-BTM411

Laird Connectivity

BLUETOOTH EVAL BOARD BTM411

3

DVK-BT800

DVK-BT800

Laird Connectivity

KIT DEV FOR BT800 BLUETOOTH

3

450-0120

450-0120

Laird Connectivity

BOARD EVAL MODULE TIWI-UB1

10

DVK-RM024-FCC

DVK-RM024-FCC

Laird Connectivity

KIT DEVELOPER RM024-FCC

9

DVK-BT730-SA

DVK-BT730-SA

Laird Connectivity

DEV KIT FOR BT730 V2.0

5

DVK-ST60-SIPT

DVK-ST60-SIPT

Laird Connectivity

DVK 60 SERIES STERLING SIPT

7

450-0156

450-0156

Laird Connectivity

DEV BOARD STERLING-LWB CHIP ANT

6

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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