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Raspberry Pi AI HAT+ 26 TOPS for Raspberry Pi 5
The Raspberry Pi AI HAT+ 26 TOPS is a high-performance AI accelerator for Raspberry Pi 5. It is built around the Hailo-8 neural network processor and adds dedicated AI inference power for computer vision projects.
This HAT is made for users who need faster AI processing for object detection, pose estimation, image segmentation, high-frame-rate camera projects, and multi-model vision workloads. Instead of relying only on the Raspberry Pi 5 CPU, supported AI tasks can be offloaded to the Hailo NPU.
Why Choose the 26 TOPS AI HAT+?
- Delivers 26 TOPS of AI inference performance.
- Uses the Hailo-8 neural network accelerator.
- Designed for Raspberry Pi 5.
- Great for advanced computer vision projects.
- Can handle larger networks and higher throughput than the 13 TOPS model.
- Supports multi-model AI pipelines for demanding vision tasks.
- Connects through the Raspberry Pi 5 PCIe interface.
- Works with Raspberry Pi camera software support for AI post-processing.
What You Can Build
- Object detection camera system
- Smart security camera
- People counting project
- Pose estimation system
- Image segmentation project
- AI-powered robot vision
- Industrial inspection camera
- Traffic or vehicle detection project
- Multi-camera or high-frame-rate vision testing
- Edge AI projects that run locally on Raspberry Pi 5
What’s Included?
- Raspberry Pi AI HAT+ 26 TOPS - 1 pc
- 16mm stacking header - 1 pc
- Spacers and screws for mounting - 1 set
Note: Raspberry Pi 5 is not included. Camera module, power supply, microSD card, case, and active cooler are also sold separately unless stated in the package.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | AI accelerator HAT for Raspberry Pi 5 |
|---|---|
| Model | Raspberry Pi AI HAT+ 26 TOPS |
| Accelerator Chip | Hailo-8 neural network processor |
| AI Performance | 26 TOPS inference performance |
| Host Board | Raspberry Pi 5 |
| Interface | PCIe Gen 3 through Raspberry Pi 5 HAT+ connection |
| Software Support | Integrated with Raspberry Pi OS camera software stack |
| HAT Standard | Conforms to Raspberry Pi HAT+ specification |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C ambient |
| Best For | Computer vision, object detection, pose estimation, image segmentation, robotics, and edge AI |
Setup Notes
Use this AI HAT+ with a Raspberry Pi 5 and an updated Raspberry Pi OS image. The board is designed to work through the Raspberry Pi 5 PCIe interface.
For camera-based AI projects, use a supported Raspberry Pi camera and install the required AI software, models, and dependencies. A Raspberry Pi Active Cooler is recommended for stable use during heavier workloads.
Important Notes
- This product is for Raspberry Pi 5.
- Raspberry Pi 5 is not included.
- This version is best for vision AI, not local LLM or chatbot workloads.
- Use the proper Raspberry Pi 5 power supply for stable performance.
- Make sure your software and models support Hailo acceleration.
Recommended Add-ons
- Raspberry Pi boards
- Raspberry Pi accessories
- Raspberry Pi power supplies
- Raspberry Pi camera modules
FAQ
What is the Raspberry Pi AI HAT+ 26 TOPS used for?
It is used to add AI acceleration to Raspberry Pi 5, mainly for computer vision tasks like object detection, image segmentation, and pose estimation.
Does this include a Raspberry Pi 5?
No. This product includes the AI HAT+, stacking header, spacers, and screws. Raspberry Pi 5 is sold separately.
What AI chip does it use?
The 26 TOPS version uses the Hailo-8 neural network accelerator.
Is this better than the 13 TOPS version?
Yes, for heavier vision workloads. The 26 TOPS version can handle larger networks, faster inference, and multiple models at the same time.
Can this run local LLMs?
This AI HAT+ is mainly for vision AI workloads. For local LLM and generative AI projects, use a board made for those tasks.
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