Pimoroni Fan SHIM for Raspberry Pi

Make your Raspberry Pi 4 super cool with Pimoroni's Fan SHIM! This 30mm no-solder, controllable CPU fan comes with an RGB LED and a tactile switch, offering significantly better thermal performance. It runs whisper-quiet. The Fan SHIM uses a friction-fit header, so you can easily slip it onto your Pi's pins without soldering. If you want to use HATs or pHATs with it, you'll need a booster header due to the fan's height. You can control the fan in software, toggling it on when the CPU hits a certain temperature. Use the LED to visually indicate fan status, CPU load, or temperature. The tactile switch can be programmed to turn the fan on/off or switch between temperature-triggered and manual modes. Note: It's not compatible with heatsinks. When mounting or detaching the fan or the assembled Fan SHIM, don't push on the fan directly as it may break.

Using the Pimoroni Fan SHIM for your Raspberry Pi is a breeze. First, gently slide the Fan SHIM onto your Pi's pins using the friction-fit header - no soldering needed. If you plan to use HATs or pHATs, install a booster header first. You can control the fan through software. Set it to turn on automatically when the CPU reaches a specific temperature. The RGB LED is a handy way to check the fan status, CPU load, or temperature. The tactile switch can be programmed as you like, for example, to turn the fan on and off or switch between temperature - triggered and manual modes. When it comes to maintenance, keep the fan clean from dust. When mounting or removing the Fan SHIM, be careful not to push on the fan itself, as it can break. Also, remember that this product is not compatible with heatsinks.