PCIe FFC to PCIe Slot Adapter Board for Raspberry Pi 5

This PCIe FFC to PCIe x1 Slot Adapter Board was specially designed for the Raspberry Pi 5 and allows you to easily expand your system with PCIe cards. It is compatible with devices featuring interfaces such as PCIe x1, x4, x8, and x16. The connection to the Raspberry Pi is made via a 16-pin FFC cable, ensuring reliable signal transmission. The board features a PCIe x1 slot with a side opening, allowing you to connect a variety of common PCIe expansion cards. Please note that power is supplied through a 12V connector, which only supplies the 12V pins of the PCIe card – not the 5V or 3.3V lines. This clever adapter solution is ideal for hobbyists and developers who want to fully exploit the PCIe interface of the Raspberry Pi 5. The board is characterized by its compact design and ease of use. It is perfect for applications where space is limited but a fast PCIe connection is still needed. Installation is straightforward but requires some care when connecting the FFC cable. Whether you want to connect a network card, a USB expansion, or an NVMe SSD – this board provides you with the necessary interface. Rely on a stable and expandable connection with your Raspberry Pi 5.

Recommended Accessories:

• Raspberry Pi 5 Board

Features:

• The adapter board is based on the 16-pin PCIe interface of the Raspberry Pi 5, providing a native interface.
• The integrated PCIe x1 interface is fully compatible with x1, x4, x8, and x16 PCIe cards.
• A side-open slot facilitates connection with various card formats.
• Power is supplied through a 12V header or DC socket, which only supplies the 12V line.
• Connection to the Raspberry Pi is made through a flexible FFC cable, allowing stable data transfer.
• The design supports PCIe Gen2/3 for high data transfer rates.

Application Examples:

• Connecting a PCIe network card for high-speed network connections with the Raspberry Pi 5
• Integrating an NVMe SSD for a significant increase in data transfer rate
• Connecting PCIe USB expansion cards to increase the number of USB ports
• Using PCIe expansion cards to control sensors or actuators in industrial projects
• Deploying in DIY cluster or edge computing projects to boost performance

Documentation:

• Waveshare Wiki

Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Waveshare
• Manufacturer SKU: 30564
• PCIe Interface: PCIe x1 compatible with x1, x4, x8, x16 cards
• PCIe Version: Gen2/3$
• Connectors: PCIe Slot, 16PIN FFC Connector, 12V DC Socket
• Compatibility: Raspberry Pi 5
• Power Supply: 12V
• Dimensions: 88 x 38 x 15 mm
• Weight: 247 g 

Package Includes:

• 1x PCIe FFC to PCIe Slot Adapter Board for Raspberry Pi 5
• 1x PCIe Cable 50mm
• 1x PH2.0 3PIN Cable
• 1x Acrylic Plate
• 1x Mounting Kit
• 1x 12V Power Supply