Geekworm X1202-C1 Metal Case for Raspberry Pi 5 & X1202 UPS Shield

Specifications:

• Material: Heavy-Duty Aluminium Alloy / Metal
• Compatibility: Raspberry Pi 5 & X1202 UPS Power Management Board
• Cooling Support: Passive heat dissipation with ventilation cutouts
• Switch Included: 12mm Momentary Reset / Power Switch
• Port Access: Precision cutouts for GPIO, USB, Ethernet, HDMI, and Power
• Mounting: Includes matching screws and standoffs

Minimum hardware to get started:

• Raspberry Pi 5 Board : the core computer to be housed inside the enclosure.
• X1202 UPS Power Management Board : the exact expansion board this case is designed to accommodate.
• 2× 18650 Lithium-Ion Batteries : to power the UPS board (ensure they are flat-top or button-top as per your specific X1202 board requirements).
• Small Phillips-head screwdriver : for securing the standoffs and case panels.

Safety Warnings:

• ESD Warning: Ground yourself before handling the Raspberry Pi 5 or the X1202 UPS board to prevent static discharge from damaging sensitive ICs.
• Battery Polarity: Always double-check the positive and negative terminals when inserting 18650 batteries into the X1202 shield. Reversing polarity can cause a short circuit or fire before you even close the case.
• Cooler Clearance: Ensure your Pi 5 active cooler (if installed) has sufficient clearance before tightening the top panel screws.

Accessories
Included in the Box:

• 1× Metal Enclosure (Top and Bottom panels)
• 1× 12mm Momentary Reset Switch
• 1× Pack of matching mounting screws and standoff

Frequently Asked Question

• Is this metal case compatible with older Raspberry Pi models like the Pi 4 or Pi 3?
  No, this case is specifically CNC-machined for the Raspberry Pi 5 and will not align with the ports of older models.
• Can I use this case with other UPS boards besides the X1202?
  The mounting standoffs and port cutouts are designed strictly for the X1202 UPS Power Management Board; other UPS hats will not fit properly.
• Does the Raspberry Pi 5 Active Cooler fit inside this metal case?
  Yes, the enclosure provides sufficient vertical clearance to house both the X1202 board and the official Raspberry Pi 5 Active Cooler.
• Can I use NVMe base boards along with the X1202 inside this case?
  No, this enclosure is dimensionally constrained to fit only the Raspberry Pi 5 and the X1202 UPS board; adding an NVMe base will exceed the available space.
• Does the case include a power supply or batteries?
  No, the case is purely a mechanical enclosure; you must provide your own 18650 batteries and a suitable USB-C power supply.
• Will the metal case cause the Raspberry Pi 5 to overheat?
  The case acts as a passive heatsink and features ventilation cutouts, but under heavy loads, an internal active cooler is strongly recommended.
• How does the included 12mm switch handle power?
  The momentary switch wires directly to the X1202 board's power header to trigger safe shutdown or boot sequences, rather than cutting power abruptly.
• How do I connect the 12mm reset switch?
  The switch terminals connect to the dedicated two-pin power/reset header on the X1202 UPS board using standard Dupont wires.
• Does the metal case block access to the GPIO pins?
  The case fully encloses the board, but there is a dedicated cable routing slot to allow a ribbon cable to extend GPIO access outside the case.
• Do I need to solder anything to assemble this case?
  No soldering is required; assembly only involves screwing in the provided standoffs and connecting the push-button switch via jumper wires.
• Do I need to install software to use the 12mm reset switch?
  Yes, the X1202 UPS board requires a Python or Bash script running in the background to interpret the switch press as a safe shutdown command.
• Where can I find the power management scripts for the X1202?
  You can find the required software by searching for the official X1202 GitHub repository provided by the board's manufacturer.
• Will the case interfere with Wi-Fi or Bluetooth signals?
  Being a full metal enclosure, it can slightly attenuate onboard Wi-Fi and Bluetooth ranges compared to an open-air setup.