RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
ESP32-POE-EA

ESP32-POE-EA

Olimex

ESP32-POE IOT DEVELOPMENT BOARD

23

MOD-BT

MOD-BT

Olimex

EMBEDDDED BLUETOOTH MODULE

0

MSP430-CCRFLCD

MSP430-CCRFLCD

Olimex

MSP430 CC430F5137 PROTO BOARD

0

MOD-WIFI-ESP8266-DEV

MOD-WIFI-ESP8266-DEV

Olimex

EVAL BOARD FOR ESP8266

0

ESP32-POE-ISO

ESP32-POE-ISO

Olimex

ESP32-POE IOT DEVELOPMENT BOARD

134

ESP32-GATEWAY-EA-WITH-BOX

ESP32-GATEWAY-EA-WITH-BOX

Olimex

ESP32-GATEWAY DEVELOPMENT BOARD

10

MSP430-CCRF

MSP430-CCRF

Olimex

MSP430 CC430F5137 PROTO BOARD

0

ESP8266-EVB

ESP8266-EVB

Olimex

EVAL BOARD SOC ESP8266

16

ESP8266-EVB-BAT

ESP8266-EVB-BAT

Olimex

ESP8266 EVAL BOARD W/LI-PO CHARG

0

ESP32-EVB

ESP32-EVB

Olimex

ESP32-EVB DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR

7

ESP32-EVB-EA-WITH-BOX

ESP32-EVB-EA-WITH-BOX

Olimex

ESP32-EVB DEVELOPMENT BOARD WITH

16

ESP8266-EVB-BAT-BOX

ESP8266-EVB-BAT-BOX

Olimex

I2C,SPI,SDIO SERIAL INTERFACES A

0

ESP32-GATEWAY

ESP32-GATEWAY

Olimex

DEV BOARD

69

ESP32-POE

ESP32-POE

Olimex

ESP32-POE IOT DEVELOPMENT BOARD

75

MOD-ZIGBEE

MOD-ZIGBEE

Olimex

EMBEDDDED ZIGBEE MODULE

0

ESP32-POE-ISO-EA

ESP32-POE-ISO-EA

Olimex

ESP32-POE IOT DEVELOPMENT BOARD

30

MOD-WIFI-AR9271-ANT

MOD-WIFI-AR9271-ANT

Olimex

USB WIFI ADAPTER WHICH IS WITH O

0

MOD-WIFI

MOD-WIFI

Olimex

MICROCHIP ZC2100M WIFI MODULE

0

ESP32-WROVER-KIT

ESP32-WROVER-KIT

Olimex

DEV BOARD FOR ESP32 WIFI/BLE MOD

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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