RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
TRF37B73EVM

TRF37B73EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR TRF37A73

4

CC2595EVM

CC2595EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL BOARD FOR CC2595

3

LMV232TLEVAL

LMV232TLEVAL

Texas Instruments

BOARD EVAL FOR LMV232TL

1

CC2538-CC2592EMK

CC2538-CC2592EMK

Texas Instruments

EVAL KIT PA/LNA RF FRONT END

1

CC1200DK

CC1200DK

Texas Instruments

DEVELOPMENT KIT FOR CC1200

4

CC2567PAN1327ANTBT

CC2567PAN1327ANTBT

Texas Instruments

KIT DEV ANT + BLUETOOTH CC2567

4

IWR6843ISK-ODS

IWR6843ISK-ODS

Texas Instruments

MMWAVE SENSOR

28

LAUNCHXL-CC3235S

LAUNCHXL-CC3235S

Texas Instruments

LAUNCHPAD EVAL BOARD

5

LMX2595EVM

LMX2595EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL BOARD FOR LMX2595

20

TRF2436EVM

TRF2436EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR TRF2436

2

CC1050DK-433

CC1050DK-433

Texas Instruments

RF AND BASEBAND CIRCUIT, CMOS

1

GASSENSOREVM

GASSENSOREVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL BOARD BLE SENSOR PLATFORM

1

LAUNCHCC3220MODASF

LAUNCHCC3220MODASF

Texas Instruments

SIMPLELINK WI-FI CC3220MODASF LA

20

CC2538EMK

CC2538EMK

Texas Instruments

KIT EVAL MODULE CC2538

4

TRF3710EVM

TRF3710EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR TRF3710

1

TSW40RF82EVM

TSW40RF82EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR TSW40RF82

8

LMH3404EVM

LMH3404EVM

Texas Instruments

EVALUATION MODULE

4

CC1120EMK-868-915

CC1120EMK-868-915

Texas Instruments

KIT EVAL MOD CC1120 868-915MHZ

2

CC1175EMK-868-915

CC1175EMK-868-915

Texas Instruments

KIT EVAL MOD FOR CC1175-868-915

3

WL1835MODCOM8B

WL1835MODCOM8B

Texas Instruments

DEV BOARD WL1835 MODULE

7

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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