Pi hack. Industrial carrier board for Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5
Pi Hack is a professional-grade carrier board designed and engineered by BlackDevice for the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5.
Developed for industrial, commercial, and embedded environments, it transforms the CM5 into a powerful, compact mini-computer ready for deployment in demanding projects.
Pi Hack combines high-performance connectivity, industrial-focused features, and flexible expansion options — all in a robust, reliable form factor optimized for long-term operation.
clientInternal projectyear2025servicesHardware design and development, prototyping, PCB assembly, electronics
Project overview. Smart. Robust. Built for real-world applications
Pi Hack is built for companies and developers who need a reliable computing platform with more I/O, better connectivity, and smarter power management than standard development boards.
From automation and digital signage to industrial HMI and edge computing, Pi Hack delivers a balanced mix of power, versatility, and stability.
Key features
High-Performance connectivity
- PCIe interface for high-speed NVMe SSDs
- Dual 1 Gbps Ethernet, including:
- PoE support (power the board directly via Ethernet)
- PoE Reset capability: when powered through the DC jack, the PoE line can be used as a remote reset without pressing any physical button
- Dual HDMI outputs for multi-display systems
- USB-C 3.0 + 2x USB 2.0 for peripherals and expansion
- DSI display port and touchscreen connectors for HMI applications
Flexible power options
- Power over Ethernet (PoE) or DC jack input
- Intelligent power routing designed for industrial continuous operation
Industrial interfaces
- RJ45 port with MODBUS support for industrial controllers, sensors, and automation systems
- 40-pin GPIO header for expansion HATs
- Additional non-standard expansion headers with selectable voltage and power modes for advanced integrations
Designed for industrial deployment
Reliability & serviceability
- Status LEDs for system monitoring
- On-board power button
- Micro-USB programming port
- Enables OS flashing via
usbboot / rpiboot - Ideal for batch preparation and production workflows
- Enables OS flashing via
Expandable, modular & adaptable
Pi Hack supports a variety of add-ons and expansion modules, making it suitable for:
- Industrial gateways
- Digital signage
- Edge servers
- IoT appliances
- Smart control systems
- Custom HMI panels
Technical sheet
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Compute Module | Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 |
| Storage | PCIe interface for NVMe SSD |
| Networking | 2× Gigabit Ethernet (1× PoE) |
| Video Output | 2× HDMI |
| USB Ports | 1× USB-C 3.0, 2× USB 2.0 |
| Display | DSI port + touch controller interfaces |
| Programming | Micro-USB for usbboot / rpiboot |
| Expansion | 40-pin GPIO + additional custom expansion headers |
| Industrial I/O | MODBUS-capable RJ45 |
| Power Input | PoE or DC Jack |
| Other Features | Power button, status LEDs |
A Platform built for real products
Pi Hack was created as a production-ready solution, a board that goes beyond prototyping and is designed for deployment in real environments where reliability matters.
Whether it’s powering interactive displays, controlling industrial machinery, or acting as an edge computing node, Pi Hack enables companies to build faster, smarter, and with full confidence in their hardware.