RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
882-0027

882-0027

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KIT ADK 1080P H264 MAX64380 W/HW

0

3990150636

3990150636

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WL865 WIFI / BLE EVB

4

808-0050

808-0050

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EVAL BOARD FOR GS2011MIES

2

808-0055

808-0055

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EVAL BOARD FOR GS2011MIPS

0

GS1011MIP-EVB2-S2W-WEB

GS1011MIP-EVB2-S2W-WEB

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EVAL BOARD 802.11

0

JN3-B3EV-LT

JN3-B3EV-LT

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BOARD EVAL FOR JUPITER JN3

0

810-0003

810-0003

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SHIELD ARDUINO GS2100MIP

3

808-0052

808-0052

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ADAPTER BOARD WI-FI PMOD

7

GS1011MEP-EVK2-S2W-WEB

GS1011MEP-EVK2-S2W-WEB

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EVAL BOARD 802.11

1

810-0004

810-0004

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SHIELD ARDUINO GS2011MIZ

2

808-0072

808-0072

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EVAL BOARD 802.11

0

882-0036

882-0036

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GEO SEMI 1080P VIDEO+AUDIO ADK

0

882-0024

882-0024

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KIT AEK VGA H264 OV780 W/HW

0

GS-ADK-IOTCONTROLLER

GS-ADK-IOTCONTROLLER

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KIT ADK IOT GW/DASH NO HW

0

GS-ADK-LOPOWERTLS2000

GS-ADK-LOPOWERTLS2000

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KIT ADK TLS LP NO HW

0

810-0002

810-0002

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ADAPTER BOARD SDIO WI-FI

2

GS-AEK-VIDEO+FD AUDIO-GEO1080P

GS-AEK-VIDEO+FD AUDIO-GEO1080P

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GEO SEMI 1080P HD VIDEO + AUDIO

0

GS-ADK-PROV-IOSWAC

GS-ADK-PROV-IOSWAC

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IOS MFI PROVISIONING ADK

0

GS-ADK-THERMOSTAT

GS-ADK-THERMOSTAT

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KIT ADK THERMOSTAT

0

53249-17

53249-17

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EVAL KIT SR/NFC/AI

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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