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Cooler Master Pi Case 40

 

Editor’s Note

This review was written using a pre-release version of the case. Cooler Master later sent the final version of this case and we have updated our review to reflect the version which will be available for purchase.

Cooler Master, known for their PC accessories has branched out via crowdfunding to create its first case designed for the Raspberry Pi 4. The Pi Case 40 is the product of this campaign and it embodies a strong robust aluminum case surrounded by a TPU bumper that offers shock protection.

Cooler Master’s case provides passive cooling that a Raspberry Pi 4 needs, while offering the protection that it deserves, along with a VESA bracket for mounting your Pi to the back of a monitor.  Available later this year for an undisclosed price (early kickstarter backers paid £23), the Cooler Master Pi Case 40 has a design that’s more attractive than many of the best Raspberry Pi cases, but it has one major drawback: its GPIO passthrough reverses the pinout, preventing you from using any of the best Raspberry Pi HATs.  

 

Design of the Cooler Master Pi Case 40

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There is no denying that the Cooler Master Pi Case 40 looks and feels good. Measuring 3.7 x 2.6 x 1.5 inches (95 x 67 x 38mm) and made from high grade aluminum with a TPU bumper for protection this space grey colored case is practical in design. We have access to all of the ports on the Raspberry Pi 4, protected by the TPU bumper but still within easy reach. The only exception is the microSD card slot (see our list of best Raspberry Pi microSD cards) which has a flap covering the card and requiring the use of fingernails / tweezers to retrieve your card.

The underside of the Pi Case 40 is made from a semi-transparent plastic. Cooler Master has designed it in this manner so that enthusiasts can replace the base using custom 3D printed parts.

 

Building the Cooler Master Pi Case 40

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The Pi Case 40 is a breeze to build. Just follow the instructions printed on the inside of the box and you are done. The included thermal pad is used to ensure that the CPU makes good contact with the case. The PCIe and power circuitry do not make contact with the case. Remember to route your camera / display cable via the slot in the case. Before securing the case screws, if you plan to mount the Pi Case 40 onto a monitor then now is the time to attach the four brackets and secure them in place.

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Using the Pi Case 40
In general use the Pi Case 40 works well. It looks great on the desk and the rubber feet stop the case skidding around as we unplug devices. Access to all of the ports was easy and they genuinely felt well protected via the TPU bumper.

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