Active cooling kit for Raspberry Pi 5 Active-Cooler-B

Order an active cooling kit for Raspberry PI 5 Active-Cooler-B - get stability and power!

Active cooling kit for Raspberry PI 5 Active-Cooler-B is a necessary solution for stable operation of your single board computer. It effectively removes heat from the processor and other components of the Raspberry Pi 5. Your mini computer will work without throttling even under high load. This is especially important when using the board as part of the drone's on-board computer. Quality cooling protects your investment and ensures system reliability.

This kit is specially designed for the new Raspberry Pi 5 model. It takes into account its increased performance and heat dissipation. Active cooling provides more efficient heat dissipation than passive radiators. You will be able to use the full potential of the board for complex calculations. This is a key condition for stable operation of the autopilot and computer vision systems.

• Efficient active cooling using a fan and radiator.

• Perfect compatibility and fit for Raspberry Pi 5.

• Low noise level at high performance.

• Easy installation without the need for complex installation.

• Overheat protection for constant maximum performance.

How does a cooling system work for a single board computer?

The kit consists of two main elements: a radiator and a fan. A heatsink made of aluminum or copper fits tightly to the processor chip. It takes heat away from the crystal thanks to its thermally conductive material. The fan creates a constant flow of air through the radiator fins. This speeds up the dissipation of heat into the environment.

This combined system is much more effective than passive cooling. It allows the processor to operate at maximum frequencies longer. This prevents throttling - a decrease in performance due to overheating. For a drone, this means stable operation of navigation and SLAM algorithms. Your offline missions will be completed accurately and without failure.

Technical characteristics and installation features

The design of the kit is optimized for the Raspberry Pi 5 board. The heatsink covers the processor, RAM and PMIC power chip. The fan connects to a new 5-pin connector on the board itself. This ensures automatic speed control depending on temperature. The rotation speed can be adjusted through the operating system.

The functionality includes intelligent fan speed control. The board itself increases speed as the processor temperature rises. This strikes a balance between efficiency and noise levels. In standard mode, the fan is almost inaudible. At full load, it provides powerful airflow for critical cooling.

Installation of the kit is simple and does not require special tools. It is necessary to remove the protective film from the heat-conducting gasket on the radiator. Then carefully install the heatsink on the chips, aligning the holes. After this, secure the structure with the screws included in the kit. Connect the fan connector to the corresponding pin on the Raspberry Pi 5.

This kit is required when using Raspberry Pi 5 in unmanned systems. The drone's on-board computer often operates in cramped conditions without ventilation. In summer, the temperature inside the housing can be very high. Active cooling prevents equipment failure at critical times. This directly impacts the safety and success of the flight mission.

The quality of the kit ensures durability. The fan uses plain or roller bearings for long-lasting operation. The radiator has an optimal fin area for heat dissipation. All materials are safe and will not damage electronic components. The kit does not interfere with access to connectors and installation of the board in the case.

Specifications

• Part Number: Pi5-Active-Cooler-B​
• Input Voltage: 5VDC (supplied via 4-pin fan header on
• Raspberry Pi 5)​
• Fan control: PWM control with tachometric speed control
• Maximum airflow: 1.39 CFM/M​
• Fan speed: 8000±10% rpm​
• Radiator material: anodized aluminum.