Special Offers

• Voltage rating: 300 Volt (max.)
• Power rating: 0.25 Watt
• Tolerance: 10%

• Voltage rating: 300 Volt (max.)
• Power rating: 0.25 Watt
• Tolerance: 10%

• Voltage rating: 300 Volt (max.)
• Power rating: 0.25 Watt
• Tolerance: 10%

• Voltage rating: 300 Volt (max.)
• Power rating: 0.25 Watt
• Tolerance: 10%

• Voltage rating: 300 Volt (max.)
• Power rating: 0.25 Watt
• Tolerance: 10%

• Voltage rating: 300 Volt (max.)
• Power rating: 0.25 Watt
• Tolerance: 10%

• 90 Watt High Power
• For all popular laptops
• Automatic Voltage Sensing
• Worldwide Use
• 20 Tips Included
• AC Input: 100~240V AC
• DC Output: 12~20V DC
• Connection Type: 20 Assorted DC Tips

You might also need one of our tested 128GB, 256GB or 512GB NVMe drives or a clear acrylic case to protect your RPi5 and NVMe Base.

NVMe Base is a PCIe extension board for Raspberry Pi 5. Simply populate it with an M-key NVMe SSD (2230 to 2280 sizes supported) and mount it under your Pi for a compact and fast storage solution - It even comes with rubber feet!

It's the perfect solution for turning your Raspberry Pi 5 into a file server, media centre, reverse proxy, etc. - really any task that benefits from large amounts of fast storage, especially with random high operations per second (IOPS) workloads. In short it's a game changer!

NVMe base follows the new "PIP" design guidelines provided by Raspberry Pi ensuring that it will be easy to use and be supported long term by updates to Raspberry Pi OS - though it is very early days and things are improving rapidly there!

What's in the box?

1 x NVMe Base PCB with M.2 Slot (M-Key)
1 x 'PCIe Pipe' Flat Flex Cable
4 x Rubber feet
1 x M2 bolt and 2x nuts for SSD mounting
4 x 7mm M2.5 standoffs for base mounting
8 x short M2.5 bolts for base mounting 
4 x long M2.5 bolts for 'pass-thru' mounting with a HAT

You might also need...

• a NVMe drive. Make sure you choose one that fits your NVMe board.
• an acrylic case or metal case to house your new setup

Driver compatibility

We have tested NVMe Base with the following M.2 NVMe drives successfully. We have usually tested one drive from one batch, so this is not comprehensive, or an 'Approved' list, but it's a good guide for drives to seek out:

• AData Legend 700
• AData Legend 800
• AData XPG SX8200 Pro
• Axe Memory Generic Drive
• Crucial P2 M.2
• Crucial P3 M.2
• Crucial P3 Plus M.2
• Inland PCIe NVMe SSD
• Kingston KC3000
• Kioxia Exceria NVMe SSD
• Kioxia Exceria G2 NVMe SSD
• Lexar NM620
• Lexar NM710
• Netac NV2000 NVMe SSD
• Netac NV3000 NVMe SSD
• Origin Inception TLC830 Pro NVMe
• PNY CS1030
• Sabrent Rocket 4.0
• Sabrent Rocket Nano
• Samsung 980
• Samsung 980 Pro (500GB/1TB)
• Team MP33
• Western Digital Black SN750 SE (Phison Controller

' Maybe' List. Works with quirks/not ideal.

These drives either needed extra power, were a bit quirky when we tested them or we've had reports of them being problematic. It may just be the drive we had, but they're probably best avoided.

• Kioxia BG4 2230. Performance very patchy. Runs at quite a high temp.
• Patriot P300 - These drives have various controllers, some of which seem to be incompatible at this time.
• Patriot P310 - These drives have various controllers, some of which seem to be incompatible at this time.
• Samsung 970 EVO Plus. Runs at a higher temp. Some user reports of problems under heavy load or not showing up on boot.
• Samsung 980 Pro (250GB). Reports of this size not working.
• WD Blue SN550. Our fresh unit could be used as storage but could not be booted from.
• WD Red SN700. Slow to boot first time, but worked and booted OK.
• WD SN740. Our fresh unit worked well. YMMV.
• WD Black SN770. Our fresh unit worked fine. YMMV.
• Patriot P300. All units we've tested work but we have heard of a 256GB/1TB variant that doesn't.

'Avoid' List. We've had problems or reports of problems.

• Transcend 110Q (TS500GMTE110Q)
• WD Green/Blue/Red/Black not in the above list. Variable results or not working because of quirks of a SanDisk controller/firmware. Our SN350 and SN570 prevented the RPi 5 from booting at all especially.

Otherwise most M.2 NVMe drive (Not SATA!) you have lying around should work fine.

Check out our benchmark results over at pibenchmarks.net!

Resources

• Video: Installing the Pimoroni NVMe Base on Raspberry Pi 5 ????
• Learn: Getting Started with NVMe Base for Raspberry Pi 5  ????

Firmware

For the most hassle-free experience, make sure your Raspberry Pi OS is up to date, and your RPi 5 firmware is updated to 2023-12-06 (Dec 6th) or newer. This supports all the features of the RPi PCIe spec and means you don't have to mess with config files to get started.

Software update on the RPi OS should do this for you, but to force it you can:

• open a Terminal (Ctrl-Alt-T)
• run sudo raspi-config and choose 'Latest' under Advanced Options > Bootloader Version.

Running sudo rpi-eeprom-update in the Terminal will tell you which version of firmware is running.

PCIe 3 Mode

To enable experimental and not-officially-supported PCIe 3 mode, add the follow line to the [all] section at the end of your Raspberry Pi /boot/firmware/config.txt file like this:

[all]
dtparam=pciex1_gen=3

Save and reboot - your drive is ready to use!

Formatting the NVMe and booting from NVMe

If you want to boot from the NVMe drive, follow these extra steps:

1. Make sure your firmware is updated as above!
2. Format the drive using Raspberry Pi Imager
3. You can do this with your NVMe Base installed by booting the RPi 5 from SD card and running Raspberry Pi Imager from the start menu.
4. Open a Terminal (Ctrl-Alt-T).
5. Run sudo raspi-config
6. Choose NVMe/USB boot under Advanced Options > Boot Order.
7. Reboot your RPi 5.

Notes

• Always power off your RPi and disconnect the power supply before installing or uninstalling the NVMe Base.
• NVMe Base offers a general purpose PCIe x1 connection - while we know most people want to add fast storage in theory you can use other devices with it, we just can't help you make them work! :-D What Would Jeff (Geerling) Do?

• The plier can be used for copper and aluminium cables from 8-16AWG(8, 10, 12, 14, 16).
• 180mm (14mm2) Cutting Pliers & WIRE STRIPPER
• Safe Lock Design: Special lock design, make sure the blade is locked and more secure. Easy to read wire gauge marking for stripping in either direction.
• Comfortable Non-Slip Handle: The comfortable PP handle protect your hand when cutting, non-slip and wear resistant, the ergonomic handle design reduce fatigue.
• Solid Carbon Steel: The plier is made of carbon steel, overall heat treated, solid and durable, hard edge and strong shear.
• Widely Used: It is the best choice for maintenance professionals, electricians and artisans, jewellers, students.
  
  

What's in the box?

1 x Wire Cable Cutter and Stripping Tool with Non-Slip Handle

• Designed for the Raspberry Pi 5
• Access to board connectors via the sleek bottom cover plate
• Easy access to the power button and LED indicators—no fuss!
• Note: no direct access to GPIO pins

• Materials: Aluminium and ABS Plastic
• Dimensions: L: 88.9 x W: 25.4 x H: 63.5mm
• Weight: 141g

Resources

• Diameter: 1.75mm Weight: 1kg/Spool, Diameter tolerance is within ±0.02
• Recommended Extrusion/Nozzle Printing Temperature 190 - 220℃;
• Recommended Build Platform Temperature 0 – 50℃;
• Can Be Stored up to one year
• Superb layer bonding, Vacuumed Sealed With Desiccant

Poly-lactic acid, commonly known as PLA, stands out as the ideal material for beginners venturing into the realm of 3D printing. Its user-friendly nature, exceptional adhesion properties, and suitability for durable prints make it an excellent choice. Thanks to its rapid solidification, PLA delivers superior print quality for intricate, smaller objects without compromising on speed.

Technical specifications:

• Material: 100% Poly-lactic acid, PLA
• Printing features:
  • Bed temperature 45-55 ºC
  • Printing temperature range 190-220 ºC
  • Density 1.25 g/cm³
• Compatibility: Any printer that uses 1.75mm filament
• Dimensions:
  • Filament diameter: 1.75mm
  • Coil size (D x W): 200 x 66 mm
  • Coil shaft diameter: 56mm

What's in the box?

1 x Creality PLA Filament, Fluorescent Yellow 1Kg

What's in the box?

1 x PI5 Acrylic Case A
1 x Nonskid rubber pad (4PCS)
1 x Screwdriver
1 x Screws and standoffs pack

Resources

How To Install

The Case Consists Of 6 Layers Of Acrylic Panels. Install According To The Following Steps

1. Install the active cooler on the Raspberry Pi 5.

 

2. Install the short standoffs and screws onto the 1st acrylic panel, please pay attention to the orientation.

3. Install the long female to female standoffs on the RPi board





4. Install the 4 acrylic panel to the sides of the Raspberry Pi 5. 

 

Don't forget to install the little power button first.

5. Install the top plate. This is where all the bits come together. You might experience a bit of difficulty aligning all the plates. A bit of pressure on the top plate helps to get all to pop into place.

 

6. Insert the top 4 screws that holds it all together. You don't have to use force to tighten them.

PETG is short for polyethylene terephthalate glycol-modified

PETG is the perfect filament to combine strength and ductility, which is why it's used in so many mechanical parts and robotics. It has great chemical resistance with good water, acidic and alkalic resistance. PETG in its raw form is also FDA and EU commission regulation approved as Food Contact Safe.

Print temp : 235 – 255°C 
Heated Bed : 65 – 85°C​
​Fan speed / Cooling: 0 - 50%
Speed range : 30 - 60mm/s optimal
Printability : Moderate
Net Weight: 1kg

What's in the box ?

1 x SA Filament  PETG Blue (1.75mm)

PETG is short for polyethylene terephthalate glycol-modified

PETG is the perfect filament to combine strength and ductility, which is why it's used in so many mechanical parts and robotics. It has great chemical resistance with good water, acidic and alkalic resistance. PETG in its raw form is also FDA and EU commission regulation approved as Food Contact Safe.

Print temp : 235 – 255°C 
Heated Bed : 65 – 85°C​
​Fan speed / Cooling: 0 - 50%
Speed range : 30 - 60mm/s optimal
Printability : Moderate
Net Weight: 1kg

What's in the box ?

1 x SA Filament  PETG Transparent (1.75mm)

What's in the box?

1 x PI5-CASE-F
1 x Nonskid rubber pad (4PCS)
1 x Screwdriver
1 x Screws and standoffs pack

Resources

Unlock the secrets of nature with code, engineering, and the Kitronik Smart Greenhouse Kit for BBC micro:bit!

The Kitronik Smart Greenhouse Kit for the BBC micro:bit provides an exciting way to learn about the relationship between plants and their environment. The user will learn how to monitor environmental conditions and then how to build automated systems.

The kit comprises a two-part plastic greenhouse, Kitronik environmental control board, water pump, Kitronik ZIP Stick, and Mini Prong soils moisture sensor. Also included are 5 crocodile clips, ZIP extension cable and a small screwdriver. Just add a micro:bit, seeds, and then some water and you will have everything you need!

The kit also ships with detailed instructions that will get you up and cultivating in no time. Additionally, there are 7 online MakeCode tutorials. They cover everything from gathering sensor data and having the system automatically react to it, to visual user interfaces and more.

At the heart of the micro:bit controlled Kitronik Smart Greenhouse Kit is the Kitronik environmental control board. This board provides a variety of sensor inputs and connection points for the BBC micro:bit (V1 & V2) and provides the ability to control outputs for devices such as a water pump, fan, servo or heater pad.

The environmental control board can be coded with the MakeCode editor and Kitronik has produced a set of custom blocks to make the job as simple as possible. The blocks can be added via the add Extensions function in the editor by searching “Kitronik” or from https://github.com/KitronikLtd/pxt-kitronik-smart-greenhouse.

The default crop for these types of experiments is often cress, as it is quick growing, requires little tending, and can be harvested when they are approximately 5cm tall (within a few days). There are other sprouting plants, such as sprouting white mustard, which also grow quickly and can be harvested when they are 5cm tall. You can also look into micro-herbs/micro-greens. Once you have chosen your preferred crop type you then need to choose a suitable soil. 

Note:

• This kit does not come with a BBC micro:bit, available separately here > BBC micro:bit.
• This kit is not waterproof. If you get the board wet, please turn it off and allow it to fully dry. The risk of shock is very small, but be cautious.
• Due to electrolysis and the damp environment, the electrodes on the Mini Prong Moisture Sensor will degrade slowly over time. Please see our general safety advice for more information.

Features

• Build automated growing systems that react to changeable environmental conditions.
• This kit is compatible with both micro:bit V1 and microbit V2.
• The kit comes with detailed assembly and coding instructions.
• At the heart of the kit is the kitronik Environmental control board, designed to be the control hub for this kit.
• Key features of the Environmental control board are;
• It features a number of sensor inputs that can be coded to control the board's outputs.
• There is an onboard BME 280 environmental temperature, barometric pressure and humidity sensor and a separate Real-Time Clock (RTC).
• The board also features an onboard piezo buzzer, 2 1A outputs (ideal for a water pump, heater pads or fan), 3 status ZIP LEDs, a ZIP LED expansion connector and servo output. In addition to these, 3 BBC micro:bit pins are broken out to croc-clip connections as further inputs and outputs, along with pads for 3V and GND.
• It can be powered via the onboard 3xAA battery holder or the 2.1mm DC Jack, and the power is controlled via the on/off switch with an adjacent LED indicator.
• There are also 7 online MakeCode tutorials that introduce you to all of the features of the board.
• Crops such as cress, sprouting white mustard and micro-herbs/micro-greens are ideal for use with this kit.
• Code it with the MakeCode editor using our custom code blocks.
• The Kit can be powered by 3 x AA Batteries or a plug-in power supply.

What's in the box?

2 x Moulded plastic greenhouse enclosure parts.
1 x Kitronik Environmental Control Board for micro:bit.
1 x Water Pump.
1 x Kitronik ZIP Stick.
1 x Mini Prong Moisture Sensor.
5 x Crocodile Leads.
1 x ZIP extension cable.
1 x Screwdriver.
1 x User guide Booklet.

Requires

• A web browser and an internet connection.
• One of the following; BBC micro:bit V2. or BBC micro:bit Starter Pack V2.
• 3 x AA Batteries or plug-in power supply.
• Seeds, such as cress.
• Soil.
• Optional Solar kit
• Adding a Solar Panel to the Environmental Control Board.
• Tech Talks - live stream playback.

 Resources

• Environmental Control Board Datasheet.
• Mini Prong general safety advice.
• This example code. Monitors temperature, humidity, soil moisture, and makes use of the LEDs/ZIP LEDs. 

Seven online MakeCode tutorials for the Kitronik Smart Greenhouse Kit;

• • A - Visual Thermometer.
  • B - ZIP LED hue.
  • C - Auto-watering.
  • D - Growlight.
  • E - Timed watering.
  • F - Water level sensing.
  • G - Datalogging.