RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
DVK-BT850-ST

DVK-BT850-ST

Laird Connectivity

DEVELOPMENT KIT FOR BT850ST MODU

10

455-00003

455-00003

Laird Connectivity

DEVELOPMENT KIT 60 SERIES SOM

0

DVK-RM024-CE

DVK-RM024-CE

Laird Connectivity

KIT DEVELOPMENT RM024

3

SDK-AC4486-5M

SDK-AC4486-5M

Laird Connectivity

KIT DESIGN FOR AC4486-5M

0

DVK-PRM211

DVK-PRM211

Laird Connectivity

DEV KIT PRM211 915MHZ INT ANT

0

DVK-BL652-SA

DVK-BL652-SA

Laird Connectivity

DEVELOPMENT KIT FOR BL652-SA MOD

53

BB600-SA

BB600-SA

Laird Connectivity

BREAKOUT BOARD FOR BL600-SA MODU

0

BA600-SA

BA600-SA

Laird Connectivity

BL600-SA ON BREAKOUT BOARD W/COI

0

450-0146

450-0146

Laird Connectivity

TIWICONNECT - MUST BE REGISTERED

0

DVK-WB50NBT

DVK-WB50NBT

Laird Connectivity

DEV KIT 802.11A/B/G/N 2X2-BT 4.0

0

DVK-WB45NBT

DVK-WB45NBT

Laird Connectivity

SUMMIT WIFI DEV KIT

0

450-0121

450-0121

Laird Connectivity

TIWI-UB1 EM BOARD, U.FL

0

940-0118

940-0118

Laird Connectivity

DEV BOARD TIWI-C-W PCBA

0

DVK-MSD50NBT

DVK-MSD50NBT

Laird Connectivity

SDIO 802.11A/B/G/N DEV KIT

0

DVK-RM186-SM

DVK-RM186-SM

Laird Connectivity

INTELLIGENT LORA/BLE EU VERSION,

0

BC600-SA

BC600-SA

Laird Connectivity

BREAKOUT BOARD FOR BL600-SA INCL

0

450-0005

450-0005

Laird Connectivity

PROFLEX01-R2 U.FL CONNECTOR, DEV

0

DVK-RM191-SM

DVK-RM191-SM

Laird Connectivity

INTELLIGENT LORA/BLE US VERSION,

0

450-00121-K1

450-00121-K1

Laird Connectivity

SENTRIUS BT610 I/O SENSOR

0

DVK-PRM112

DVK-PRM112

Laird Connectivity

KIT FOR PRM112

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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