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# Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 Mini Base Board (A)

**Brand:** Waveshare

**URL:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/raspberry-pi-compute-module-5-mini-base-board-a-ws-30489

## Pricing

- **Price:** $29.00
- **Stock:** In stock at supplier
- **Local warehouse:** 0 units
- **Supplier (Waveshare):** 100 units
- **SKU:** WS-30489

## Description

The Mini Base Board (A) is a compact carrier board designed for the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5). It supports all CM5 variants — both Lite and eMMC — and provides a rich set of interfaces including dual HDMI output, USB 3.2, Gigabit Ethernet, PCIe, and a 40-pin GPIO header. The board measures just 85 × 56 mm, making it suitable for embedded applications, custom mini computers, media centres, and industrial control systems. A cooling fan and PWM connector are included to keep the CM5 running within optimal temperatures. Key Features CM5 Compatible – Socket for all Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 variants (Lite and eMMC) Dual HDMI Output – Two HDMI ports supporting 4K displays USB 3.2 Gen 1 – 2× USB Type-A ports (up to 5 Gbps) USB 2.0 – 2× additional ports via 6-pin 1 mm FFC connector Gigabit Ethernet – RJ45 connector supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps PCIe Interface – Expansion for NVMe SSDs, network cards, and other PCIe devices 40-Pin GPIO Header – Standard Raspberry Pi GPIO pinout Dual MIPI Interfaces – DSI (display) and CSI (camera) connectors TF Card Slot – For CM5 Lite variants without onboard eMMC Cooling Fan Included – 4-pin JST-SH PWM connector for active cooling Flexible Power – 5 V / 5 A DC input Mounting Options – Wall-mount brackets and rail-mount buckle included Specifications Board Dimensions – 85 × 56 mm Case Dimensions – 90 × 68 mm (with optional aluminium alloy case) Power Input – DC 5 V / 5 A Weight – 44 g (board only) Ideal For Custom mini computers and media centres Industrial control and monitoring systems IoT gateways and embedded applications Digital signage with dual-screen output Development and prototyping with CM5 Package Contents 1× Mini Base Board (A) 1× Cooling fan 1× Mounting hardware (wall-mount brackets and rail-mount buckle) Note: Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5, displays, cameras, and other peripherals shown in product images are not included and must be purchased separately. Resources Waveshare Wiki – CM5 Mini Base Board (A)

**Product Type:** physical

## Images

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