Official Raspberry Pi Active Cooler for Raspberry Pi 5

The Official Raspberry Pi Active Cooler is the recommended cooling solution for Raspberry Pi 5, combining a precision-machined aluminium heatsink with a temperature-controlled PWM fan. It helps maintain lower CPU temperatures, reduces thermal throttling and ensures stable performance during demanding applications.

Product Description

The Official Raspberry Pi Active Cooler for Raspberry Pi 5 is designed by Raspberry Pi to provide efficient thermal management for the Raspberry Pi 5. It combines a large aluminium heatsink with a high-quality PWM-controlled blower fan, allowing the board to operate at lower temperatures during continuous processing, AI workloads, multimedia applications and embedded projects.

The cooler mounts directly onto the Raspberry Pi 5 using the pre-installed spring-loaded push pins, providing excellent thermal contact with the processor through an integrated thermal interface material. The PWM fan automatically adjusts its speed according to the Raspberry Pi 5's temperature, delivering quiet operation during light workloads while increasing airflow when higher cooling performance is required.

Whether you're using Raspberry Pi 5 for edge AI, computer vision, home automation, media servers, industrial control or software development, the Official Raspberry Pi Active Cooler helps maximise performance by reducing thermal throttling and improving long-term system stability. It is the recommended cooling accessory for users who regularly run processor-intensive applications.

Key Features

• Official Raspberry Pi accessory
• Designed specifically for Raspberry Pi 5
• Large aluminium heatsink
• PWM-controlled cooling fan
• Automatic temperature-based fan speed control
• Reduces CPU temperature and thermal throttling
• Quiet and efficient operation
• Quick tool-free installation
• Optimized for continuous high-performance workloads
• Lightweight and durable construction

Technical Specifications

Applications

• Raspberry Pi 5 Cooling
• AI & Machine Learning Projects
• Computer Vision Systems
• Media Servers
• Home Automation
• Robotics
• Industrial Automation
• Edge Computing
• Software Development
• Continuous High-Performance Computing

Compatibility

Compatible with:

• Raspberry Pi 5 (2GB)
• Raspberry Pi 5 (4GB)
• Raspberry Pi 5 (8GB)
• Raspberry Pi 5 (16GB)

Not compatible with:

• Raspberry Pi 4 Model B
• Raspberry Pi 3 Series
• Raspberry Pi Zero Series
• Raspberry Pi Pico

Package Includes

• 1 × Official Raspberry Pi Active Cooler
• Pre-installed Thermal Interface Material
• Integrated Mounting Pins

Important Notes

• Designed exclusively for Raspberry Pi 5.
• Connect the fan cable to the dedicated Raspberry Pi 5 fan connector.
• Remove any existing heatsink before installation.
• Do not operate the board without proper airflow when running heavy workloads.
• Avoid touching the thermal interface material during installation.

FAQs

Does this cooler fit Raspberry Pi 4?

No. It is specifically designed for Raspberry Pi 5 only.

Is thermal paste required?

No. The cooler includes a pre-installed thermal interface material and does not require additional thermal paste.

Does the fan run all the time?

No. The PWM fan automatically adjusts its speed according to the Raspberry Pi 5's temperature.

Can I use this inside the Official Raspberry Pi 5 Case?

Yes. It is designed to work with the Official Raspberry Pi 5 Case.

Does it reduce thermal throttling?

Yes. The Official Active Cooler helps maintain lower operating temperatures, reducing thermal throttling during demanding tasks.