Aluminum Case for Raspberry Pi 5 and official active cooler assembling tutorial
Are you ready to upgrade your Raspberry Pi 5 with a sleek and efficient aluminum case and an official active cooler? In this video, we'll guide you through the step-by-step process of assembling both the case and the cooler to ensure your Raspberry Pi 5 runs cool and performs at its best. Why an Aluminum Case and Active Cooler? The Raspberry Pi 5 is a powerful device, but with great power comes the need for effective cooling. An aluminum case not only provides a robust and stylish enclosure but also enhances passive cooling through its thermal conductivity. Adding an active cooler ensures that your Pi stays cool even under heavy loads, preventing thermal throttling and maintaining optimal performance.
- What You'll Need:
- Aluminum Case for Raspberry Pi 5
- Official Active Cooler for Raspberry Pi 5
- Small cross-head screwdriver
- Thermal paste or thermal pads (optional but recommended)
- Raspberry Pi 5
Assembly Steps: 1. Unboxing and Preparation Unbox your aluminum case and active cooler. Check that you have all the necessary components, including the case parts, screws, standoffs, and the active cooler. Remove any protective films from the case parts using your fingernail to avoid scratching the surfaces.
2. Assembling the Case Base Identify the base panel of the case. Ensure the engraved rubber feet markings are on the underside. Attach the four male-female standoffs to the base panel using four screws fed from underneath.
3. Mounting the Raspberry Pi 5 Place your Raspberry Pi 5 (with the active cooler already fitted) onto the base, aligning the standoff threads through the four holes in the Pi. Half-screw the tall female-female standoffs onto the threads poking through the Raspberry Pi board, securing the Pi to the case. Only screw them on halfway for now.
4. Installing the Side Panels Gently lift your Raspberry Pi to slot in the USB side panel. If you struggle, loosen the standoffs more. Fully tighten the tall standoffs once the USB side panel is in place. Add the remaining side panels, ensuring the orientation is correct, especially for the long back panel.
5. Fitting the Lid Place the lid on the case, ensuring the ventilation cut-outs are correctly aligned. Once all panels have clicked into place, use the remaining screws to secure the lid.
6. Adding Rubber Feet Flip the case over onto something soft and fit the rubber feet into the engraved circles on the base.
7. Active Cooler Installation (if not already fitted) If you haven't installed the active cooler yet, follow these steps: Power off and unplug your Raspberry Pi 5. Peel off the protective films from the thermal pads and attach them to the Raspberry Pi 5. Push the push-pins through the holes on the active cooler and position it onto the Raspberry Pi 5, aligning it with the dedicated heatsink holes. Secure it by pushing the push-pins through. Connect the cable to the fan connector on the Raspberry Pi 5. Conclusion With your Raspberry Pi 5 now housed in a stylish aluminum case and equipped with an official active cooler, you're ready to tackle even the most demanding projects. This setup not only protects your Pi but also ensures it runs cool and efficiently. Enjoy your upgraded Raspberry Pi 5 and start creating amazing projects! Note: Always ensure that your Raspberry Pi is powered off and unplugged during the assembly process to avoid any electrical risks.