The Raspberry Pi 5 Active Cooler is a fan-based cooling
solution for the Raspberry Pi 5. It is designed to keep the Pi cool under heavy
load, and is particularly useful for overclockers and other power users.
The Active Cooler consists of a heatsink and a blower fan.
The heatsink is made of aluminum and has a large surface area to help dissipate
heat. The fan is mounted directly on the heatsink and blows air over it,
helping to keep the Pi cool.
The Active Cooler is easy to install. It attaches to the
Raspberry Pi 5 using spring-loaded pins, and does not require any tools or
screws. The fan is powered by the Raspberry Pi 5's fan connector, and is
controlled by the Pi's firmware.
Features:
Compatibility: The Raspberry Pi 5 Active Cooler is designed
to work exclusively with the Raspberry Pi 5. It is not compatible with previous
versions of the Raspberry Pi.
Heatsink and fan: The Active Cooler consists of a large
metal heatsink and a high-quality variable-speed blower fan. The heatsink is
designed to dissipate heat away from the Raspberry Pi 5's processor, while the
fan blows cool air onto the heatsink to further reduce the temperature.
Easy installation: The Active Cooler is easy to install and
requires no additional tools or hardware. It attaches to the Raspberry Pi 5
using spring-loaded pins that pop into place on the board's mounting holes.
Software control: The fan is software-controlled, which
means it can be adjusted to run at different speeds based on the temperature of
the Raspberry Pi 5. This allows for efficient cooling and minimizes noise.
Thermal management: The Active Cooler is designed to keep
the Raspberry Pi 5 running at a safe temperature, even during intense usage
scenarios such as overclocking, gaming, and multimedia processing. It helps to
prevent thermal throttling, which can slow down the device's performance when
it gets too hot.
Noise level: The fan used in the Active Cooler is designed
to be quiet, with a maximum noise level of around 25 dBA. This makes it
suitable for use in home environments, offices, and other settings where noise
needs to be kept to a minimum.
Power consumption: The Active Cooler requires power to
operate, which is provided by the Raspberry Pi 5's GPIO header. The power
consumption is typically around 2 watts, but this may vary depending on the fan
speed and other factors.
Dimensions: The Active Cooler measures approximately 65mm x
65mm x 25mm (L x W x H), making it compact enough to fit inside most enclosures
designed for the Raspberry Pi 5.
