LORDWORLD PoE Expansion Board Kit for CM3/CM3+/CM3L/CM3+L

PoE Expansion Kit for Compute Module 3

The LORDWORLD kit pairs a PoE expansion board with a metal case, power supply and cooling fan to turn a Raspberry Pi Compute Module 3, 3L, 3+ or 3+L into a ready-to-run mini-computer. Dual CSI camera ports and versatile peripheral interfaces make it suited for binocular vision and other industrial IoT edge applications. The board mounts inside the aluminium enclosure which includes labelled cut-outs for every connector. This package targets developers who need a compact, powered Ethernet deployment without designing a custom carrier board.

Replaces custom carrier design

Engineers who would otherwise lay out a custom PCB for Compute Module integration, add a discrete PoE HAT and source an industrial enclosure can deploy this kit instead. The jump is worth it when project timelines demand a pre-validated mechanical and electrical stack that supports both software-controlled and direct 5 V fan operation. It is not for teams requiring a different form factor, additional expansion headers beyond those exposed, or a carrier that supports newer Compute Module 4 modules.

Sustained operation with managed thermal profile

The included cooling fan can be driven by GPIO for temperature-dependent speed curves or wired directly to 5 V for constant airflow, allowing the integrator to match acoustic and thermal targets. Mounting holes on the smooth metal base secure the unit in vibration-prone environments while the PoE input eliminates separate power cabling. Under continuous load the aluminium case acts as a heatsink, and the fan vent maintains airflow without relying on a single short-burst capacity.