aneo Aluminum Alloy Cooling Case for Raspberry Pi 5 (Model 5B) Black/Red Passive Heatsink Enclosure

Specifications

• Product Type: Aluminum Alloy Cooling Case/Enclosure
• Brand: aneo
• Compatibility: Raspberry Pi 5 Model B
• Material: Aluminum alloy
• Finish: Matte black with red accent
• Cooling Method: Passive (integrated heatsink fin ridge visible on casing) 
• Construction Style: Compact two-piece brick enclosure
• Fastening: Visible screws on finned edge

Minimum hardware 

• Raspberry Pi 5 board  this case is specifically sized for the Pi 5's port layout and mounting holes
• Small Phillips screwdriver  for the case's assembly screws
• Thermal pad or paste needed for proper heat transfer between the board's hot components and the aluminum case body

Safety Warnings

• Thermal Contact Warning: If this case doesn't come with pre-applied thermal pads, verify proper thermal contact is established between the CPU/RAM and the case body before closing  an air gap here defeats the passive cooling design entirely
• Port Access Warning: Before assembly, confirm all your required ports (USB, HDMI, Ethernet, power) align with the case's cutouts, since misalignment can mean forcing cables at an angle that stresses the board's connectors
• Screw Torque Warning: Aluminum cases can strip screw threads if over-tightened  snug is sufficient, avoid excessive force

Accessories Included in the Box

• 1× aneo Aluminum Alloy Case (Base + Lid)
• Assembly screws
• Thermal pad
• Assembly Instruction Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is this case compatible with the Raspberry Pi 4?
  No, this case is specifically sized for the Raspberry Pi 5's port layout and mounting hole pattern  the two boards have different physical layouts.
• Will this case fit if I already have a HAT or add-on board installed?
  This depends on your specific HAT's height and mounting location  verify physical clearance before assuming compatibility, since compact aluminum cases typically have limited internal clearance.
• Does this case block WiFi or Bluetooth signal since it's metal?
  Metal enclosures can affect wireless signal strength to some degree  if you notice reduced range, this is a known trade-off of aluminum cases and is common across this case type.
• Can I access the GPIO pins with this case installed?
  Verify against the physical unit's cutout design  this wasn't confirmed from the available photo, so check the case's GPIO access before assuming full pin availability.
• Does this case affect power delivery to the Raspberry Pi 5?
  No, this is a passive enclosure with no active electronics  power delivery is unaffected and works exactly as it would with the bare board.
  
• Do I need a specific power supply for this case to work properly?
  Any power supply that meets the Raspberry Pi 5's official power requirements will work  the case itself has no power requirements of its own.
  
• Does the case need to be grounded for safety?
  Standard aluminum Raspberry Pi cases don't typically require separate grounding for safe operation in normal home/office use.
• Are all the Pi 5's ports accessible through this case?
  Verify against the physical unit  exact port cutout alignment wasn't confirmed from the available closed-case photo.
  
• Is there a cutout for the camera or display ribbon cable?
  Verify against the physical unit this wasn't visible in the available photo.
  
• Can I run cables through the case for a permanent installation?
  This depends on the specific cutout design  verify against the physical unit before planning a permanent cable routing setup.
• Why does my Pi 5 still throttle even with this case installed?
  Check that thermal pads are making proper contact between the board's hot components and the case body  a poor thermal connection significantly reduces the case's cooling effectiveness.
  
• Why won't the case close fully after installing the board?
  Verify the board is seated correctly in the mounting posts and that no cables are pinched between the case halves before forcing closure.
  
• The screws feel like they're not tightening properly  what's wrong?
  Aluminum case screw threads can strip if over-tightened in a previous attempt  avoid excessive force and confirm you're using the correct screws for each mounting point.
  
• Is a stripped screw thread on this case repairable?
  Minor thread damage sometimes tolerates a slightly larger screw, but significant stripping typically requires case replacement handle screws carefully during initial assembly.