For a simpler Pi 5 case without M.2 HAT+ support, see the Open Aluminium Case or Aluminium CNC Box. This listing is for the ED-Pi5Case-EXT: metal case for the Raspberry Pi 5 with built-in support for the Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+ and Active Cooler. Contact us if you have questions about compatibility. The ED-Pi5Case-EXT is a fully enclosed metal case for the Raspberry Pi 5, purpose-built to accommodate the Raspberry Pi 5 together with the Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+ and Raspberry Pi Active Cooler in a single tidy enclosure -- making it the ideal case for Pi 5 builds that include NVMe SSD storage. Constructed with a powder-sprayed sheet metal top cover and aluminium profile bottom cover, both panels thermally couple to the Raspberry Pi 5 via thermal pads for passive cooling. All main interfaces remain fully accessible -- HDMI, Ethernet, USB, SD card, the ON/OFF button, and PWR/ACT indicators -- and dedicated camera cable slots and mounting holes allow the Raspberry Pi Camera Module to be integrated directly into the case. Suitable for commercial and industrial deployments requiring a clean, all-metal enclosure with expanded storage capability. Key Features Compatible with: Raspberry Pi 5, Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+, and Raspberry Pi Active Cooler Construction: Sheet metal (powder-sprayed top cover) + aluminium profile bottom cover Cooling: Passive cooling via thermal pads on both top and bottom covers -- reduces AI Kit module temperature by ~20°C and reduces CPU temperature fluctuation M.2 HAT+ Support: Built-in space for Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+ -- ideal for NVMe SSD or other M.2 peripherals Active Cooler Support: Compatible with Raspberry Pi Active Cooler installation Camera Integration: Reserved camera cable slots and mounting holes for Raspberry Pi Camera modules Full Port Access: HDMI, Ethernet, USB, SD card, ON/OFF button, and PWR/ACT indicator all accessible Dimensions: 91 x 61 x 33mm Enclosure Type: Fully enclosed -- all-metal design suitable for commercial and industrial environments Specifications Category Details Compatible Hardware Raspberry Pi 5, Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+, Raspberry Pi Active Cooler Top Cover Material Sheet metal, powder-sprayed finish Bottom Cover Material Aluminium profile Dimensions 91 x 61 x 33mm Cooling Type Passive (fanless); thermal pads on top and bottom covers Cooling Performance Reduces Raspberry Pi AI Kit (Hailo module) temperature by ~20°C (93.1°C → 73.3°C at 25°C ambient, full CPU + Hailo load); also reduces CPU temperature fluctuation M.2 HAT+ Support Yes -- accommodates Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+ (M.2 2230/2242 NVMe SSD) Active Cooler Support Yes -- compatible with Raspberry Pi Active Cooler Camera Support Yes -- reserved cable slots and mounting holes for Raspberry Pi Camera Accessible Ports HDMI, Ethernet, USB, Micro SD card, ON/OFF button, PWR/ACT indicator Installation Notes Remove the white protective paper from the thermal silicone in both covers before installing. If the Raspberry Pi AI Kit is installed, ensure the thermal silicone in the top cover makes full contact with the Hailo IC. Pass the FPC cable from the Raspberry Pi Camera through the pre-drilled hole on the top cover, then secure the camera to the outside of the top cover using 2x M2×H8 cylindrical sleeves and 2x M2×12 screws. Install the Raspberry Pi Active Cooler on the Raspberry Pi 5. Connect the 40-Pin connector to the 40-Pin port on the Raspberry Pi 5. Connect the Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+ to the Raspberry Pi 5 via the 40-Pin connector and plug the PCIe cable into the PCIe port of the Raspberry Pi 5. Place the Raspberry Pi 5 on the bottom cover and align the screw holes. Place 4x M2.5×H15 cylindrical sleeves on the screw holes between the Pi 5 and the M.2 HAT+, then insert 4x M2.5×21 screws through the HAT and tighten clockwise to secure the assembly to the bottom cover. Plug the Camera FPC cable into the CAM/DISP port on the Raspberry Pi 5. Place the top cover over the bottom cover, align the screw holes, insert 4x M2.5×4 screws, and tighten clockwise. Use the included tweezers to insert and remove the SD card after assembly. Note: The 40-Pin connector, Raspberry Pi 5, Active Cooler, M.2 HAT+, Camera Module, and SD card are not included. Refer to raspberrypi.com for assembly instructions for the Active Cooler, M.2 HAT+, and Camera Module. What's in the Box 1x ED-Pi5Case-EXT Top Cover (with pre-installed thermal silicone) 1x ED-Pi5Case-EXT Bottom Cover (with pre-installed thermal silicone) 1x Accessory Set: 2x M2×H8 cylindrical sleeves, 2x M2×12 screws, 4x M2.5×21 screws, 4x M2.5×4 screws, 4x M2.5×H15 cylindrical sleeves, 1x pair of tweezers Note: Raspberry Pi 5, Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+, Raspberry Pi Active Cooler, M.2 SSD, camera modules, and SD card are not included. Technical Documents DataSheet HDMI is a trademark or registered trademark of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. 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