RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
THS9000EVM

THS9000EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR THS9000

2

LAUNCHXL-CC1352P-2

LAUNCHXL-CC1352P-2

Texas Instruments

LAUNCHPAD EVAL BOARD

67

AFE5816EVM

AFE5816EVM

Texas Instruments

EVALUATION MODULE

1

CC1310DK

CC1310DK

Texas Instruments

SIMPLELINK ULTRA-LOW-POWER SUB

7

TSW12J54EVM

TSW12J54EVM

Texas Instruments

EVALUATION MODULE

2

TRF37C75EVM

TRF37C75EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL BOARD FOR TRF37C75

7

TSW1265EVM

TSW1265EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR TSW1265

2

LAUNCHXL-CC13-90US

LAUNCHXL-CC13-90US

Texas Instruments

DEVELOPMENT KIT

17

LMX2487E-EVM

LMX2487E-EVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL MODULE FOR LMX2487

2

CC256XCQFN-EM

CC256XCQFN-EM

Texas Instruments

DUAL-MODE BLUETOOTH CONTROLLER E

35

CC3200-LAUNCHXL

CC3200-LAUNCHXL

Texas Instruments

LAUNCHPAD DEV BOARD CC3200

39

TSW16DX370EVM

TSW16DX370EVM

Texas Instruments

EVALUATION MODULE TSW16DX370

1

CC1125DK

CC1125DK

Texas Instruments

KIT DEV FOR CC1125

5

CC2540EMK

CC2540EMK

Texas Instruments

KIT EVAL MODULE FOR CC2540

2

AWR6843ISK

AWR6843ISK

Texas Instruments

EVAL BOARD FOR AWR6843

3

LMH2100EVAL/NOPB

LMH2100EVAL/NOPB

Texas Instruments

EVAL BOARD FOR LMH2100

2

LMH9135RRLEVM

LMH9135RRLEVM

Texas Instruments

EVAL BOARD FOR LMH9135

1

AFE5818EVM

AFE5818EVM

Texas Instruments

EVALUATION MODULE

2

LAUNCHXL-CC13-90EU

LAUNCHXL-CC13-90EU

Texas Instruments

DEVELOPMENT KIT

14

CC256XQFNEM

CC256XQFNEM

Texas Instruments

CC256X QFN EVALUATION MODULE

10

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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