Pi5-5V5APD

9-24V Power PD Activation Module

9-24V Power PD Activation Module

Product Specification

Product Testing

9-24V Power PD Activation Module

Overview

The Pi5 5V5A PD Power Module is designed for Raspberry Pi 5, supporting 5V5A PD handshake protocol. This series offers two input interface versions:

Standard Version: Equipped with a USB-C PD input and a DC 5.5×2.1mm barrel jack, suitable for conventional adapter power supply.

Terminal Block Version: Replaces the DC 5521 jack with a 3.81mm-pitch 2-pin pluggable terminal block, better suited for industrial, embedded, or fixed installations where secure cable locking is required.

Both versions feature dual output ports, line loss compensation jumper, and optional power switch, delivering stable high-power output for various deployment scenarios. And fully compatible with Raspberry Pi CM4 for diversified deployment scenarios.

Important Note:

• Total input power must be ＞ 30 W, please use a high-quality power supply (PSU60 recommended).
• Jumper cap recommended for high line loss conditions, not for regular use.

Features

Input (Two Options)	USB-C PD: Negotiates 12 V, total power > 30 W DC 5521 Jack: 9-24 V, total power > 30 W (DC 5521 Version) 3.81mm-2P terminal block: 9-24 V, total power > 30 W (3.81mm-2P Version)
Output	Total Current: Stable 5 A, peak 6 A; output voltage can be increased by 0.2 V with jumper cap installed USB-C: Onboard PD protocol chip with CC signal, supports 5 V / 5 A output USB-A: No charging protocol; voltage adjustment via protocol is not supported
Dimensions	44×55 mm
Compatibility	Raspberry Pi 5 Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 (CM4) Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5)
Key Features	Exclusive design for Raspberry Pi 5, supports 5V5A dedicated PD protocol Dual input options: USB-C PD & DC 5521 barrel jack, both require ＞30W input for full load Dual output ports (USB-C & USB-A), stable 5A continuous output, 6A peak current Onboard jumper cap for +0.2V output voltage boost to compensate line loss Standard cooling fan for long-term full-load operation; fan removable for loads <3A Power switch for frequent power cycling Equipped with 3D printed stand; CM4-compatible dimensions

Product Testing

Test Equipment

• Pi5-5V5APD (the product)
• Geekworm 12V/5A DC5521 Power Supply (Or use a high-quality replacement)
• Adjustable Electronic Load Battery Tester
• USB Power Meter

Test Result

Load Current	Without Jumper (V)	With Jumper (V)
No load	5.242	5.378
2A	5.137	5.276
3A	5.084	5.228
4A	5.037	5.178
5A	4.987	5.127

Packing List

• 1x Power PD Activation Module for Raspberry Pi 5

FAQ

Q1: I tested it with the official 27W power supply, but the module outputs max 4.5A and shuts down at 4.6A (actual power 22.5W), unable to reach the rated 5V5A. Why?

A: This product requires a minimum input of 30 W for full-load operation. Please retest it with a qualified high-quality power supply; we recommend the Geekworm PSU60.