Ready to take on an exciting DIY project? This article will guide you through building your own Raspberry Pi power supply inside a control cabinet! Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or just starting out, our step-by-step instructions and helpful tips will empower you to create something functional and impressive. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and bring your Raspberry Pi projects to life. Let’s dive in together!
Materials Required
- Raspberry Pi:
- Any model is suitable; for this demonstration, we will use the Raspberry Pi 5.
- USB-AC-PD Power Supply
- USB-C Cable
- DIN Rail Control Cabinet / Project Box
- Power Cord
Step 1: Install the Cable to the Project Box
- Install the cable into the control cabinet box.
- Advice:
- Use a cable gland to ensure strain relief.
- Utilize crimp terminals with stranded wire for secure connections.
Step 2: Connect the Power Supply Cables
- Connect the cable to the three-pin pluggable system terminal of the power supply. This terminal can easily be unplugged for simplified installation.
- Use a small flat-head screwdriver to loosen the clamps. If your crimp terminals are too large, consider using slip joint pliers, as shown in the image.
- If you have a ground connector, you can optionally connect it to the middle pin of the connector, although it can remain unconnected without issues.
- Mount the power supply onto the DIN rail and reconnect the three-pin pluggable system terminal.
Step 3: Mount the Raspberry Pi to the DIN Rail
- Mount the Raspberry Pi using DIN rail mounts, which can be 3D printed or sourced from professional manufacturers.
- Use a USB cable to provide power to the Raspberry Pi.
- Close the lid with a screwdriver and you're ready to go!
Power Supply Capabilities
The USB-AC-PD Power Supply can provide an output current of 5V at 3A. The Raspberry Pi 5 limits the maximal USB power load, but as most control cabinet devices are not required to do so, the warning message from the Raspberry Pi 5 can be ignored.
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