Raspberry Pi Ai Hat+ 13 Tops

• Brand - Raspberry Pi
• Dimensions - 65 mm x 56.5 mm
• For Use With - Raspberry Pi 5
• Interface Type - PCIe
• Manufacturer - Raspberry Pi
• Maximum Operating Temperature - +50 C
• Minimum Operating Temperature - 0 C
• Packaging - Bulk
• Product - Add-on Board
• Standard Pack Qty - 50
• Subcategory - Computing
• Type - Hailo AI Accelerator

Overview

TheRaspberry Pi AI HAT+ 13 TOPS(Part Number:SC1785) is an add-on board designed for theRaspberry Pi 5, integrating aHailo-8L AI acceleratorto deliver efficient, high-performance neural network inferencing. Released inOctober 2024, this HAT+ provides an accessible and cost-effective solution for deploying AI applications in embedded systems. With13 tera-operations per second (TOPS)of processing power, it supports real-time AI workloads such as object detection, semantic segmentation, pose estimation, and more, making it ideal for robotics, industrial automation, security systems, and smart home applications.

Key Features

• Hailo-8L AI acceleratordelivering 13 TOPS inferencing performance
• Seamless integration withRaspberry Pi 5viaPCIe Gen 3interface
• Native support inRaspberry Pi OS, including automatic detection and compatibility withrpicam-apps
• Conforms toRaspberry Pi HAT+ specificationfor plug-and-play functionality
• Includes16mm stacking header, spacers, and screwsfor secure mounting
• Operating temperature range:0°C to 50°C(ambient)
• Guaranteed production lifetime until at leastJanuary 2030

Technical Specifications

• Inference Performance:13 TOPS (Hailo-8L accelerator)
• Interface:PCIe Gen 3 (direct connection to Raspberry Pi 5)
• Camera Support:Fully integrated with Raspberry Pi’s camera software stack
• Dimensions:65mm x 56.5mm (compatible with standard HAT+ form factor)
• Power Requirements:Powered via Raspberry Pi 5 (no external PSU needed)

Applications

TheRaspberry Pi AI HAT+ 13 TOPSis engineered for developers and engineers working on AI-driven projects. Its compact design and high efficiency make it suitable for:

• Industrial Automation:Real-time quality control and predictive maintenance
• Security & Surveillance:AI-powered object recognition and anomaly detection
• Robotics:Autonomous navigation and human-robot interaction
• Smart Home:Voice and gesture-based automation
• Edge AI:Low-latency inferencing without cloud dependency

Compliance & Safety

The AI HAT+ complies with regional product approvals and includes critical safety warnings:

• Must only be connected viaPCIe and GPIO header
• Requires awell-ventilated environmentto prevent overheating
• Must besecurely mountedto avoid contact with conductive materials
• Peripherals must meetsafety and insulation standardsfor the region of use

With its balance of performance, ease of integration, and long-term availability, theRaspberry Pi AI HAT+ 13 TOPSempowers developers to deploy advanced AI at the edge.