Qorvo 880157 EVAL BOARD

Overview

880157 EVAL BOARD from Aetrix Electronics is a dedicated evaluation platform for RF component characterization, supporting S-parameter measurements up to 6 GHz with calibrated 2.92 mm connectors, integrated bias tees, and PCB-mounted reference planes aligned to industry-standard de-embedding requirements. It enables rapid validation of matching networks and filter prototypes in microwave front-end design.

For engineers reviewing the 880157 EVAL BOARD datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, this board delivers traceable RF performance verification, impedance-controlled signal paths (50 Ω ±0.5 Ω), on-board calibration standards (OPEN/SHORT/LOAD), and compatibility with Vector Network Analyzers including Keysight PNA-X and Rohde & Schwarz ZNB series.

Technical Context

The 880157 EVAL BOARD implements a dual-port, transmission-line-based test fixture architecture with microstrip routing, ground-signal-ground (GSG) launch structures, and solderable test pads for device-under-test (DUT) placement. It supports both thru-reflect-line (TRL) and SOLT calibration methodologies.

Designed for passive RF components, it features no active circuitry, zero DC biasing capability beyond the integrated bias tees (0–15 V, 100 mA max), and mechanical alignment features for repeatable DUT mounting using non-magnetic screws and kinematic定位 pins.

Key Specifications

Availability

880157 EVAL BOARD is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for RF filter validation, antenna matching network prototyping, and microwave component qualification requiring stable component supply, full documentation traceability, and ISO 9001-certified handling.

Supply support for 880157 EVAL BOARD includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Aetrix Electronics is a specialist provider of high-frequency evaluation platforms, founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Jose, CA, with ISO/IEC 17025-accredited RF metrology labs.

The 880157 EVAL BOARD belongs to Aetrix's Wideband Characterization Platform (WCP) product line, engineered specifically for repeatable, lab-grade S-parameter extraction of discrete RF passives in R&D and pre-compliance testing environments.

FAQ

What is the maximum input power rating for the 880157 EVAL BOARD?

The 880157 EVAL BOARD is rated for continuous RF input power up to +27 dBm (0.5 W) per port under matched 50 Ω conditions. Exceeding this level risks permanent damage to the 2.92 mm connectors or microstrip traces. The board contains no active components or power-handling circuitry beyond its passive structure, so derating is not applicable-operation must remain within this absolute limit.

Does the 880157 EVAL BOARD support TRL calibration?

Yes, the 880157 EVAL BOARD supports thru-reflect-line (TRL) calibration through its defined physical line standards: a 0 mm thru, a 10 mm delay line, and a 20 mm delay line-all fabricated on the same RO4350B substrate with identical stackup. These lines are dimensionally documented in the board's mechanical drawing (Rev. C), enabling accurate TRL kit definition in VNA firmware without user measurement.

Can the 880157 EVAL BOARD be used with surface-mount DUTs requiring solder reflow?

Yes, the 880157 EVAL BOARD accommodates surface-mount DUTs via its designated test sites, which use ENIG-finished pads compatible with lead-free reflow profiles (peak 260°C, 60 sec max). Each site includes thermal relief vias and symmetric ground planes to minimize solder joint stress and ensure mechanical stability during thermal cycling.

Is the 880157 EVAL BOARD RoHS compliant and REACH certified?

Yes, the 880157 EVAL BOARD complies fully with EU RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU (Pb-free, Cd-free, Hg-free, Cr⁶⁺-free, PBB/PBDE-free) and REACH Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006, including SVHC screening. Certificate of Compliance (CoC) and material declaration reports are provided with every unit shipped from Aetrix Electronics' San Jose facility.

How is traceability maintained for the 880157 EVAL BOARD's RF performance?

Each 880157 EVAL BOARD ships with a unique serial number and an individual NIST-traceable calibration report covering S11/S21 magnitude and phase from 10 MHz to 6 GHz, measured on a Keysight PNA-X N5245B with on-wafer calibration. The report includes uncertainty budgets per frequency point and confirms conformance to IPC-6012 Class 3 for high-frequency PCBs.