RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
SMARTRFTRXEBK

SMARTRFTRXEBK

Texas Instruments

EVAL BOARD SMART RF

11

CC3100BOOSTERPACK+FLASHING-DEVICE-ND

CC3100BOOSTERPACK+FLASHING-DEVICE-ND

Texas Instruments

CC3100 BOOSTERPACK BUNDLE

2

TRF37C73EVM

TRF37C73EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR TRF37A73

8

LP-CC2652RB

LP-CC2652RB

Texas Instruments

LED DRIVER

48

LPSTK-CC1352R

LPSTK-CC1352R

Texas Instruments

CC1352R LAUNCHPAD SENSORTAG KIT

117

LMV228SDEVAL

LMV228SDEVAL

Texas Instruments

BOARD EVALUATION FOR LMV228SD

3

LAUNCHXL-CC1350EU

LAUNCHXL-CC1350EU

Texas Instruments

EVAL BOARD FOR CC1350

1

LMX2434EVAL/NOPB

LMX2434EVAL/NOPB

Texas Instruments

EVAL BOARD FOR LMX2434

5

TRF3705EVM

TRF3705EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR TRF3705

3

CC2541DK-RC

CC2541DK-RC

Texas Instruments

KIT DEV MINI FOR CC2541

1

IWR6843ISK

IWR6843ISK

Texas Instruments

MMWAVE SENSOR

30

IWR1443BOOST

IWR1443BOOST

Texas Instruments

DEVELOPMENT DATA ACQUISITION

24

TRF3703-17EVM

TRF3703-17EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR TRF3703-16

1

AFE7769EVM

AFE7769EVM

Texas Instruments

DEVELOPMENT DATA ACQUISITION

1

CC3100MODBOOST

CC3100MODBOOST

Texas Instruments

IC MCU SIMPLELINK WI-FI MOD QFN

11

ADC-LD-BB/NOPB

ADC-LD-BB/NOPB

Texas Instruments

BALUN BOARD ADC LOW DISTORTION

11

WL1835MODCOM8A

WL1835MODCOM8A

Texas Instruments

DEV BOARD WL1835 MODULE

3

TRF372017EVM

TRF372017EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR TRF372017

2

TRF3703-33EVM

TRF3703-33EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR TRF3703-33

3

TSW30H84EVM

TSW30H84EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE PLATFORM FOR DAC348X

3

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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