HatBRICK! Commander for Raspberry Pi 5

Introducing the HatBRICK! Commander from Pineboards, designed to expand the capabilities of your Raspberry Pi 5 by enabling the connection of two additional PCIe boards, either from the Pineboards range or from other quality vendors.

The board uses an ASMedia PCIe switch to facilitate reliable and efficient data transfer between connected devices, and includes an optional 5V input for projects requiring additional power. Comprehensive mounting hardware is included to allow a wide range of board configurations.

With the HatBRICK! Commander, you can significantly enhance your Raspberry Pi projects, leveraging increased connectivity and versatility.

Note: Make sure you have the latest bootloader from Raspberry Pi to ensure you can boot from any connected NVMe boards, as this wasn't possible previously due to the PCIe switch but has since been resolved.

We also stock a layer case for this HAT!

Raspberry Pi 5 and additional PCIe boards not included

PCIe FPC Bundles now available

In case you are thinking about integrating this board into your custom project, don't overlook the optional Pineboards PCIe FPC Bundle. Utilising the 100mm ribbon cable will provide you with added flexibility during the installation process of our boards.

We now stock an XL version of the bundle too!

Features

• Designed for Raspberry Pi 5: The HatBRICK! Commander is designed specifically for Raspberry Pi 
• Dual Board Expansion: This feature allows for the connection of two additional Pineboards, providing users with the flexibility to expand their projects' scope and functionality.
• ASMedia PCIe Switch Integration: The board incorporates an ASMedia PCIe Switch (Gen2 variant), facilitating reliable and efficient data transfer between connected devices.
• Comprehensive Mounting Hardware: The package includes a full set of mounting hardware, compatible with a wide range of board configurations, including taller boards like the HatNET 2.5G Ethernet.
• Optional 5V Input: For projects requiring additional power, an optional 5V input is available, designed to connect directly to the Raspberry Pi's GPIO pins.
• Included FPC Ribbon Cables: Three FPC ribbon cables are provided, simplifying the connection process and offering flexibility in setup and configuration.
• High-Quality Design and Components: The HatBRICK! Commander is built with premium materials and components, ensuring durability and reliability for all types of projects.
• Professional and User-Friendly: Designed with both novice and experienced users in mind, the HatBRICK! Commander is easy to integrate into any project, without compromising on professionalism or functionality.
• Accessories Kit: Each unit comes with a complete accessory kit, ensuring that users have all necessary components to get started immediately.

Resources

• HatBRICK! Commander documentation
• How to update the Firmware on your Raspberry Pi 5
• How to update your Raspberry Pi Kernel and install Kernel Headers

Package Contents

• 1x HatBRICK! Commander board
• 1x 40mm PCIe FPC cable with controlled impedance
• 4x Standoffs
• 9x M2.5 screws
• Also includes an set of extra standoffs and screws for stacking. The exact contents of the package may vary as Pineboards introduce new boards.

Raspberry Pi 5 and additional PCIe boards not included.