PIMORONI Pibow Coupe 5 case for Raspberry Pi 5 — Royale color

Pibow Coupe 5 by PIMORONI is a compact protective case specifically designed for the Raspberry Pi 5. The Coupe 5 features a layered acrylic construction that surrounds the single-board computer while leaving easy access to all external ports and the 40-pin header. The Royale color finish provides a distinctive look that keeps the board visually identifiable on a desk or in a prototype setup without adding significant bulk.

Advantages

The layered acrylic design offers protection from accidental contact and surface scratches while allowing passive cooling through open sides. The case maintains access to power, display, camera and data ports as well as the GPIO header, enabling connectivity and expansion without disassembly. Lightweight and low-profile, the Pibow Coupe 5 preserves the compact footprint of the Raspberry Pi 5 for desktop, educational and maker projects.

Suitable for

• Desktop use and workstation setups where a compact protected Pi 5 is required
• Electronics hobbyists and makers building prototypes or small-scale projects
• Educational environments and workshops where visible board access is useful
• Media playback and light server tasks where passive airflow is sufficient

Key specifications

• Material: layered acrylic construction
• Compatibility: designed for the Raspberry Pi 5 form factor
• Access: openings for power, HDMI, USB, Ethernet (where applicable) and 40-pin GPIO header
• Finish: Royale color layered panels
• Form factor: low-profile, lightweight desktop case

How to use

Assemble the Pibow Coupe 5 by stacking the acrylic layers around the Raspberry Pi 5 board in the prescribed order, ensuring the board’s ports align with the corresponding cutouts. No specialized tools are required for standard assembly; tighten any included fasteners by hand or with a small screwdriver if supplied. Once assembled, place the encased Pi 5 on a flat, stable surface with unobstructed airflow around the open sides to maintain passive cooling.

Usage recommendations

For safe and reliable operation, use the case in dry indoor environments and ensure connectors are fully inserted through the cutouts to avoid strain on ports. If additional cooling is needed for sustained high-load tasks, consider adding low-profile heatsinks to the Pi 5 components before assembly or using an external fan positioned to provide airflow past the open sides.