Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+ Compact

The Raspberry Pi M.2 HAT+ Compact is an official expansion for the Raspberry Pi 5 that enables fast NVMe SSD storage. Its compact form factor fits directly into the official case with the integrated fan, keeping the setup space-efficient and reliable.

This version supports only M.2 NVMe SSDs in the 2230 form factor and connects via a single PCIe Gen 2 x1 lane, delivering speeds up to 500 MB/s. It is ideal for operating systems, databases, and media applications.

The M.2 HAT+ Compact comes with mounting accessories and is built to the official HAT+ specification, ensuring simple and secure installation.

Features

• Compact design for Raspberry Pi 5
• Supports M.2 NVMe SSDs in 2230 format
• Up to 500 MB/s via PCIe Gen 2 x1
• Compatible with the official Raspberry Pi case, NOT compatible with the active cooler
• Includes mounting hardware and connector

Specifications

• Interface: PCIe Gen 2 x1 via 16-pin FPC connector
• Max speed: up to 500 MB/s
• Supported SSD formats: M.2 2230 NVMe (M-key)
• Power: up to 3A for attached SSD
• Status LEDs for power and activity