Product Overview
The Raspberry Pi 5 Active Cooler is the official cooler for Raspberry Pi 5: an anodised aluminium heatsink with a temperature-controlled blower fan.
It fits with push pins, comes with thermal pads pre-applied, powers from the Pi 5’s fan header and fits inside the official Raspberry Pi 5 case.
Key Features
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Aluminium heatsink + blower fan | Efficient heat removal |
| PWM speed control | Fan speeds up only when needed |
| Pre-applied thermal pads | Easy installation |
| Push-pin mounting | Fits in seconds |
| Fits the official Pi 5 case | No case compromise |
Applications
| Application Area | Example Projects |
|---|---|
| Desktop use | Sustained performance on a Pi 5 |
| AI & vision | Heavy AI and camera workloads |
| Servers | Always-on services |
| Robotics | Enclosed controllers |
| Media | 4K playback and gaming |
Benefits
No throttling
Keeps the Pi 5 at full speed under load.
Quiet
Low-noise fan that ramps with temperature.
Official fit
Designed alongside the Raspberry Pi 5.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Heatsink | Anodised aluminium |
| Fan | Radial blower, PWM controlled |
| Max speed | About 8000 RPM |
| Airflow | 1.09–2.35 CFM |
| Power | 5 V DC via the 4-pin fan header |
| Mounting | Push pins / M2.5 screws |
| Thermal pads | Pre-applied |
| Compatibility | Raspberry Pi 5 and its official case |
Why Choose This Product?
It’s the official cooler for the Raspberry Pi 5 — the simplest way to keep it at full speed.
Beginner Use Cases
- Keep a Pi 5 cool while learning
- Run a Pi 5 desktop without slowdowns
- Monitor temperature with vcgencmd
Professional Use Cases
- AI and camera workloads
- Always-on servers
- Kiosks and signage
- Robot controllers
Package Includes
- 1 × Raspberry Pi 5 Active Cooler (heatsink + fan)
- Pre-applied thermal pads
- Mounting push pins
Please Note
- Raspberry Pi 5 is not included
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