Description
The Raspberry Pi Active Cooler provides an alternative cooling solution for users who wish to use their Raspberry Pi 5 under sustained heavy load without a case.
The Active Cooler combines a large metal heatsink with a high-quality variable-speed blower fan, powered and controlled via the fan connector on the Raspberry Pi 5, attached to the board via sprung pins into the dedicated pair of mounting holes.
As the heat from the Pi 5 CPU spreads across the heatsink body and fins, the blower fan pushes cool air over them to keep your Raspberry Pi 5 running at optimal thermal levels. The cooler uses thermal pads to create a solid thermal connection with the Raspberry Pi 5.
The fan is software-controlled, allowing it to remain off (and therefore silent) until temperatures reach the specified threshold.
Features
- Compatible with Raspberry Pi 5
- Large metal 'finned' heatsink combined with a high-quality blower fan
- Fan fitting compatible with the Raspberry Pi 5 fan connector
- Variable speed fan (software/temperature controlled)
- Uses the Raspberry Pi 5 heatsink mount holes
- Thermal pads included (pre-fitted)
Specification
- Input voltage: 5V DC supplied via four-pin fan header on Raspberry Pi 5
- Fan speed control: Pulse width modulation control with tachometer
- Maximum airflow: 1.09 CFM
- Maximum fan speed: 8000 RPM +/- 15%
- Product material: Anodised aluminium
- Manufacturer SKU: SC1148
Important notes
It is recommend that the Active Cooler is not removed once it is fitted to Raspberry Pi 5. Removal of the Active Cooler will cause the push pins and thermal pads to degrade and is likely to lead to product damage. Discontinue use of the Active Cooler if the push pins are damaged or deformed, or if they do not clip securely.
Resources
Compliance
For a full list of local and regional product approvals, please visit pip.raspberrypi.com
Obsolescence Statement
Raspberry Pi Active Cooler will remain in production until at least January 2035
