Product Description
This is the official 27W USB-C power supply for the Raspberry Pi 5, sized for the boards's full compute and peripheral load. It delivers a regulated 5.1V at up to 5A, and raises the current available to USB-connected accessories from the default 600mA to a nominal 1600mA — relevant where a Pi 5 is running external drives, cameras, or network adapters alongside its own workload.
Why this matters for a Pi 5 build
A Raspberry Pi 5 that undervolts or brownouts under load typically does so because the supply can't sustain current — this unit's 1.2m 18 AWG captive cable is specified to carry the full 5A without the voltage drop that shorter, thinner leads can introduce.
Key specs
- Output: 5.1V / 5A, 27W total (also supports 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 12V/2.25A, 15V/1.8A PD modes)
- Input: 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz — universal input, EU plug fitted
- Cable: 1.2m, 18 AWG, fixed USB-C
- Protection: overcurrent, overvoltage, and short-circuit safeguards built in
- Colour: black
Where it fits
Specified for the Raspberry Pi 5 in network infrastructure, automation, and embedded computing builds, and also suited to other USB-C single-board computers needing stable high-current 5V input. Note the EU plug — confirm socket type before ordering if the install site uses UK three-pin outlets.
Specifications
- Brand
- Raspberry Pi
- Model
- Raspberry Pi 5 USB-C PSU
- Product Type
- USB-C Power Supply
- Input Voltage
- AC 100–240V
- Input Frequency
- 50/60Hz
- Output Voltage
- 5.1
- Output Current
- 5
- Output Power
- 27
- Connector Type
- USB-C
- Plug Type
- EU Plug
- Cable Type
- Fixed Cable
- Colour
- Black
- Compatibility
- Raspberry Pi 5
- Protection Features
- Overcurrent, Overvoltage, Short Circuit Protection
- Application
- Single Board Computers, Embedded Systems
- Compliance
- CE
Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this power supply run a Pi 5 with USB peripherals attached?
Yes — its 27W/5A output raises the current available to USB ports to a nominal 1600mA, up from the 600mA default, which covers external drives, cameras, or network adapters.
What plug type does this version have?
This listing is the EU plug variant; check your socket type before ordering if you need a UK three-pin fitting.
Does it work with anything other than the Raspberry Pi 5?
It's designed for the Pi 5 but is also suitable for other USB-C single-board computers or embedded systems that need stable high-current 5V input.
What protections does the supply include?
It has built-in protection against overcurrent, overvoltage, and short circuits.
