The official Raspberry Pi Active Cooler is your essential companion for high-intensity Raspberry Pi 5 projects. Featuring a premium metal heatsink paired with a variable-speed blower, it keeps your Pi 5 running cool during demanding workloads without requiring a case. The cooler connects directly to the Pi 5's dedicated fan connector—no additional cables needed—and attaches securely via sprung pins to dedicated mounting holes on the board. Key Features Metal Heatsink – Premium aluminium construction for rapid heat dissipation Variable-Speed Blower – Automatically adjusts airflow based on cooling demands Direct Power Connection – Plugs into the Pi 5's onboard fan connector Secure Mounting – Sprung-pin attachment to dedicated PCB mounting holes Quiet Operation – Minimal noise during variable-speed operation Benefits Prevents Thermal Throttling – Maintain peak CPU performance under heavy loads Extended Lifespan – Protects against heat damage for reliable long-term operation No Case Required – Effective cooling for open-board setups Compatibility Raspberry Pi 5 (all RAM variants) Package Contents 1× Raspberry Pi Active Cooler with variable-speed blower Ideal For CPU-intensive workloads and compiling AI and machine learning projects Media servers and 4K video playback Any application requiring sustained performance