RF Evaluation and Development Kits, Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
PIS-1454

PIS-1454

Pi Supply

RAK2245 RPI LORA 915MHZ

8

PIS-1047

PIS-1047

Pi Supply

RAK8213 MPCIE CELLULAR IOT MODUL

0

PIS-1037

PIS-1037

Pi Supply

RAK833-EVB LORA GATEWAY 915MHZ

2

PIS-1051

PIS-1051

Pi Supply

RAK8212-M ITRACKER PRO LOW COST

0

PIS-1119

PIS-1119

Pi Supply

WISPLC PRO POWER LINE DEVELOPMEN

0

PIS-1050

PIS-1050

Pi Supply

RAK8212 ITRACKER PRO ALL IN ONE

0

PIS-1116

PIS-1116

Pi Supply

LX200V20 PLC HOMEPLUG AV POWER L

0

PIS-1445

PIS-1445

Pi Supply

RAK2245 STAMP LORA 915MHZ

6

PIS-1049

PIS-1049

Pi Supply

RAK8211-NB ITRACKER NB-IOT TRACK

5

PIS-1110

PIS-1110

Pi Supply

RAK8211-NBM ITRACKER NB-IOT TRAC

12

PIS-1121

PIS-1121

Pi Supply

WISPLC HOMEPLUG AV POWER LINE DE

7

PIS-1117

PIS-1117

Pi Supply

LX200V30 HOMEPLUG AV POWER LINE

4

PIS-1115

PIS-1115

Pi Supply

HOMEPLUG AV MASTER DEVICE POWER

2

PIS-1109

PIS-1109

Pi Supply

RAK8211-NBS ITRACKER NB-IOT TRAC

5

PIS-1048

PIS-1048

Pi Supply

RAK8211-G ITRACKER ALL IN ONE IO

4

PIS-0396

PIS-0396

Pi Supply

RAK811 BREAKOUT BOARD 433MHZ

5

PIS-1032

PIS-1032

Pi Supply

RAK813 BLE 5 AND LORA MODULE

5

PIS-1606

PIS-1606

Pi Supply

RAK2247 LORA GATEWAY CONC 915

10

PIS-1027

PIS-1027

Pi Supply

RAK811 BREAKOUT BOARD 915MHZ

0

PIS-1478

PIS-1478

Pi Supply

RAK2245 PI HAT LORA 915MHZ SMA

5

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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