The Raspberry Pi Bumper for Raspberry Pi 5 is a protective silicone cover designed to safeguard the bottom and edges of the Raspberry Pi 5 board. It's a one-piece, flexible silicone rubber bumper that snaps onto the board, providing a layer of protection against scratches and minor impacts while also enhancing the board's stability on a work surface. Despite the protective casing, the Bumper is designed to keep the mounting holes accessible, allowing for easy attachment of the Raspberry Pi 5 to various projects or stands. Additionally, the power button remains easily accessible, and the Bumper is compatible with the Raspberry Pi Active Cooler, ensuring that users can maintain the board's temperature without removing the protective cover.
The assembly process is straightforward: users are advised to turn off the Raspberry Pi, disconnect the power, and remove the SD card before aligning and gently pressing the board into the Bumper. Once the Bumper is in place, the SD card can be reinserted, and the Raspberry Pi can be reconnected to power. The Bumper is specifically designed for the Raspberry Pi 5 and is not compatible with other models. It is priced affordably at $3 US and is expected to remain in production until at least January 2036 .