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ZDE ZC502 Aluminum Case for Raspberry Pi 5
Bottom line: The ZDE ZC502 Aluminum Case for Raspberry Pi 5 is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the single-board computers category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Backed by ZDE's warranty and support channels
Cons
- ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
Manufacturer description
About this item Compatibility: The enclosure is specifically designed for the latest Raspberry Pi 5 2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB board. It supports installation of various top PCIe to M.2 NVMe SSD HAT, PoE+/PoE HAT, WiFi adapter boards. Supports ZP512/ZP513/ZP515/ZP516/ZP517A/ZP581/ZP582/ZP590B PCIe Peripheral Board. High-quality Material: Made of lightweight and durable aluminum material, it can offer excellent protection and heat dissipation, protect the Raspberry Pi 5 board from damage, dust and scratches. Active Cooler Supported: Support installation of official Raspberry Pi 5 active cooler and…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored ZDE ZC502 Aluminum Case for Raspberry Pi 5 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the single-board computers category. ZDE's single-board computers lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for single-board computers of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Compatibility The enclosure is specifically designed for the latest Raspberry Pi 5 2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB board. It supports installation of various top PCIe to M.2 NVMe SSD HAT, PoE+/PoE HAT, WiFi adapter boards. Supports ZP512/ZP513/ZP515/ZP516/ZP517A/ZP581/ZP582/ZP590B PCIe Peripheral Board.
- High-quality Material Made of lightweight and durable aluminum material, it can offer excellent protection and heat dissipation, protect the Raspberry Pi 5 board from damage, dust and scratches.
- Active Cooler Supported Support installation of official Raspberry Pi 5 active cooler and other third-party cooling fans for heatsink. For active cooler, please refer to ZP536(ASIN B0DSZYHNF5). For aluminum case with cooling fan, please refer to ZP540(ASIN B0F299H1Y8).
- Easy Access to Pi 5 This aluminum case can access all ports of Pi 5, including USB-C power jack, micro HDMI ports, USB ports, Ethernet jack, micro SD card slot, power button, GPIO port, 4-lane MIPI DSI/CSI connectors.
- Practical Accessories Only one screw is required to fix the top shell, easy and fast to install. Provide 4pcs M2.5x5+5mm spacers and 4pcs M2.5x6mm copper nuts for easy installation and fixation of the Raspberry Pi 5 and expansion boards. A screwdriver is also provided.
Full Specifications
| ASIN | B0F2995JCY |
|---|---|
| Brand | ZDE |
| Color | Black |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Case Type | Raspberry Pi |
| Model Name | ZC502 |
| Item Weight | 72 Grams |
| Manufacturer | ZDE |
| Model Number | ZC502 |
| Built-In Media | VHS |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Antenna Location | Business |
| Compatible Devices | PCIe to M.2 NVMe SSD expansion boards, PoE HAT expansion boards, WiFi7 adapter boards, Raspberry Pi 5 active cooler, third-party cooling fans, top PCIe peripheral boards, third-party expansion boards |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminum |
| Product Dimensions | 1.46"D x 2.42"W x 1.46"H |
| Total USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
| Warranty Description | 1 month |
| Number of USB 3 Ports | 2 |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 1.46"D x 2.42"W x 1.46"H |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Business |
| Full listing title | ZDE ZC502 Aluminum Case for Raspberry Pi 5, Support Pi 5 Active Cooler, PCIe to M.2 NVMe HAT, PoE+ HAT, WiFi Shield PCIe Peripheral Board ZP515 ZP516 ZP517A ZP581 ZP582 ZP590B |
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ZDE ZC502 Aluminum Case for Raspberry Pi 5, Support Pi 5 Active Cooler, PCIe to M.2 NVMe HAT, PoE+ HAT, WiFi Shield PCIe Peripheral Board ZP515 ZP516 ZP517A ZP581 ZP582 ZP590B is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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