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CC3135MOD: Request for CC3135MOD RF Test Board for KC Certification

Estelle Gandon
Prodigy 20 points
Part Number: CC3135MOD
Other Parts Discussed in Thread: BOOSTXL-CC3135, CC3135, CC31XXEMUBOOST, CC3100MOD, CC3100MODBOOST

Tool/software:

Dear TI Support,

We are currently preparing the KC (Korea Certification) process for a product that already integrates the CC3135MOD Wi-Fi module.

Since the product’s design does not allow direct RF modulation control, we are required by the certification lab to perform standalone RF certification of the module itself, prior to RF-EMC testing of the complete device.

We understand that the CC3135MOD is a pre-certified and shielded module, which makes it a suitable candidate for modular certification.

However, we do not have a dedicated test board for this module, and we cannot use the BOOSTXL-CC3135 board for certification, as it does not include the MOD version and lacks proper RF shielding.

We would like to ask:
1. Does TI offer a test board or evaluation fixture specifically for the CC3135MOD, suitable for RF regulatory testing (with RF output and basic control interface)?
2. Alternatively, could you provide a reference design, schematic, or Gerber files that we could use to build a minimal RF test board to perform standalone RF testing of the CC3135MOD?

We have been trying to complete this certification for nearly two years, testing several approaches without success due to technical constraints. At this stage, we urgently need a clear and workable solution to move forward.

Any support or documentation you can provide would be highly appreciated.

Thank you very much in advance.

Best regards,

 

  • +1
    TI__Intellectual 1330 points

    Good Afternoon,

    We are currently out of stock of our BOOSTXL-CC3135MOD EVM. In the meantime, I am sharing the design files and OEM Integration manual for the device. This should help get you started in your design. 

    swra634.zip

    swru549.pdf

    Best,

    Josh

  • 0 in reply to Josh Smith
    Prodigy 20 points

    Gouf afternoon Josh,

    Thank you for sharing the design files and documentation for the BOOSTXL-CC3135MOD EVM.

    We are currently evaluating the feasibility of manufacturing the board using the provided materials.

    In parallel, we would like to ask if you can share any estimated timeline for the restocking of the BOOSTXL-CC3135MOD EVM, as this would greatly help us determine whether to proceed with custom fabrication or wait for the official hardware.

    Thanks again for your support and guidance.

  • +1 in reply to Estelle Gandon
    TI__Intellectual 1330 points

    Hello Estelle,

    Glad to help. We are still discussing internally options to get this restocked. For now, I would suggest it would be best to go through custom fabrication to expedite your time through this already delayed 2 year process.

    Best,

    Josh 

  • 0 in reply to Josh Smith
    Prodigy 20 points

    Hello Josh,

    Thank you again for your support so far.

    We already own the BOOSTXL-CC3135 board and the CC31XXEMUBOOST, but the CC3135 on that board is not shielded, and the lab requires a modulated, shielded module for RF testing.

    Could you please confirm that this setup is not sufficient, and that the BOOSTXL-CC3135 cannot be used for regulatory certification?

    We noticed that the CC3100MODBOOST provides this type of setup for the CC3100MOD, but it’s not compatible with our module.
    Is there an equivalent evaluation board for the CC3135MOD that includes the shielded module and can be used with the CC31XXEMUBOOST for RF modulation?

    Also, could you confirm whether the BOOSTXL-CC3135MOD EVM is the only official board supporting the CC3135MOD with shielding and RF test capability?
    Do you have the exact reference for the BOOSTXL-CC3135MOD EVM so we can check with our suppliers?

    Thank you for your help.

    Best regards,
    Estelle

  • +1 in reply to Estelle Gandon
    TI__Intellectual 1330 points

    Hi Estelle,

    Sorry for the delay and I appreciate your patience. You are correct. The setup is not sufficient, and the BOOSTXL-CC3135 cannot be used for regulatory certification as it needs to be contained within shield. The only board suitable for your setup would be BOOSTXL-CC3135MOD, but after discussing internally we are end of life, EOL, the BOOSTXL-CC3135MOD EVM. However, The module CC3135MOD device will still be in full production so it is my best suggestion to go through custom fabrication to expedite your time through this process. 

    Also it is good to note/understand the regulatory label requirements of KCC. We cannot add the KCC ID label to the shield of our device so it would be best to check either to include this somewhere else on your system or in documentation/user guides.

    Best,

    Josh

  • +1 in reply to Josh Smith
    Prodigy 20 points

    Hello Josh,

    Thank you again for your transparancie and advice. We will try the custom fabrication then.

    No problem, the KCC label will be added to the shield of ourfinal product.

    Best regards and have a nice day

    Estelle

  • 0 in reply to Josh Smith
    Prodigy 20 points

    Hello Josh,

    Could you please help us regarding the components of the evaluation board ?

    - D2 : Bourns Diode Schottky, 45 V, 0.03 A, 0603 Diode CD0603-B00340 -> is out of stock, could you suggest us an substitute ?

    - SW1 : Panasonic Switch, Tactile, SPST-NO, SMT EVQ-PSD02K -> is out of stock, could you suggest us an substitute ?

    - J2 : Hirose Electric Connector, Ultra-Mini Coaxial, SMD -> Do you have the excat reference ? Is it U.FL-R-SMT-1(10) ? or any other numbers for the XX part of U.FL-R-SMT-1(XX) ?

    - L4, L5 : TDK Ferrite Bead, 30 ohm @ 100 MHz, 1.5 A, 0805 -> Do you have the excat reference ? Is it MMZ2012R300ATD25 ? or any other numbers for the XXXXX part of MMZ2012R300AXXXXX ?

    Thank you in advance for your help

    Best regards

    Estelle

  • 0 in reply to Estelle Gandon
    TI__Intellectual 1330 points

    Hi Estelle. Apologies on the delay here. Taking a quick glance, Any of the Digikey recommended equivalents should be okay here.

    Josh