# Official DevTerm Protective Cover **URL:** \ **Category:** DevTerm\ **Created:** [March 9, 2022, 2:50pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154 "2022-03-09T14:50:29Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![ghalfacree](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/ghalfacree/32/5448_2.png) [@ghalfacree](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/ghalfacree)\ **Post date:** [March 9, 2022, 2:50pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/1 "2022-03-09T14:50:29Z")
Hal’s just announced the DevTerm Protective Cover: ![image](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/uploads/clockworkpi/original/2X/2/2b7fcb369b9366d8dd18b585e3fd1e10bd7513dd.jpeg) No word on whether it’ll be an official product available to purchase, but STL and STP files [are available to download](https://www.clockworkpi.com/product-page/devterm-protective-cover-3d-model-in-stl-stp-format-free) if anyone fancies printing one. ---
**Author:** ![zbs](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/zbs/32/6097_2.png) [@zbs](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/zbs)\ **Post date:** [March 9, 2022, 8:15pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/2 "2022-03-09T20:15:41Z")
Nice! I’ll be printing one of these soon, and I’ll be sure to post pics. ---
**Author:** ![philosiraptor](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/philosiraptor/32/11414_2.png) [@philosiraptor](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/philosiraptor)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2022, 12:46am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/3 "2022-03-10T00:46:14Z")
printing RN will post pics when (if) done. big flat stuff is super hard to print on FDM correctly ---
**Author:** ![adcockm](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/adcockm/32/1664_2.png) [@adcockm](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/adcockm)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2022, 4:58am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/4 "2022-03-10T04:58:48Z")
I really hope they offer a purchase option, or better yet, perhaps even send these out to early adopters who were caught in the long delayed shipping of the devices. If I had a 3D printer I’d definitely print one of these. I also still need to have one of those [fan/airflow covers](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/fan-shroud-for-devterm/7598/14) printed. Being able to purchase either or both of those would be welcome though. ---
**Author:** ![mp2526](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/mp2526/32/4512_2.png) [@mp2526](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/mp2526)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2022, 2:38pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/5 "2022-03-10T14:38:33Z")
There are 3D printing services. > **[3D Printing Service | Shapeways](https://www.shapeways.com/)** > > Shapeways is the #1 3D printing service company. Working with over a million customers since 2007 - Get 3D products and parts delivered to over 100 countries. For one. ---
**Author:** ![hobby\_grade](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/96bed5/32.png) [@hobby\_grade](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/hobby_grade)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2022, 4:45pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/6 "2022-03-10T16:45:58Z")
What kinds of issues do you have printing large flat things on FDM? If you are having warping issues, have you tried adjusting your build plate temperature/cooling and or tried printing with a brim? ---
**Author:** ![ehm.education](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/ehm.education/32/4494_2.png) [@ehm.education](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/ehm.education)\ **Post date:** [March 14, 2022, 7:54pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/7 "2022-03-14T19:54:58Z")
Where are you located Michael? I may be able to ship something to you. ---
**Author:** ![ghalfacree](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/ghalfacree/32/5448_2.png) [@ghalfacree](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/ghalfacree)\ **Post date:** [March 14, 2022, 8:11pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/8 "2022-03-14T20:11:52Z")
I threw the STL at DirtyPCB’s printing service: came back just shy of $100. Maybe not! ---
**Author:** ![hdya\_backfire](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/d2c977/32.png) [@hdya\_backfire](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/hdya_backfire)\ **Post date:** [March 16, 2022, 4:02pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/9 "2022-03-16T16:02:09Z")
maybe easier to use transparent PVC plate than FDM. or you’ll need expensive UV SLA ---
**Author:** ![adcockm](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/adcockm/32/1664_2.png) [@adcockm](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/adcockm)\ **Post date:** [March 17, 2022, 6:44am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/10 "2022-03-17T06:44:05Z")
Thanks for the offer. I’m near Seattle, WA. It may not be necessary though – the DevTerm shop lists the protective cover for $5. I’m assuming even though the STL files are free, if I was to buy from the shop it would be $5? Of course, who knows when it would arrive via their shipping, but it may be the cheapest option. I’m not sure other printing services could do it for less, though I suppose it might arrive sooner. I really wish there was an option for the fan cover too. I’d buy that as well! > **[DevTerm Protective Cover 3D model in STL & STP format (FREE) | ClockworkPi](https://www.clockworkpi.com/product-page/devterm-protective-cover-3d-model-in-stl-stp-format-free)** > > ClockworkPi DevTerm Protective Cover 3D Model files are released under GPL3.For free download please enter this coupon code: DT ---
**Author:** ![ghalfacree](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/ghalfacree/32/5448_2.png) [@ghalfacree](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/ghalfacree)\ **Post date:** [March 17, 2022, 7:14am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/11 "2022-03-17T07:14:41Z")
> [@adcockm](#): > > the DevTerm shop lists the protective cover for $5. I’m assuming even though the STL files are free, if I was to buy from the shop it would be $5? No: there is no physical cover available to order. The shop always lists STL downloads at $5, then uses a discount code to make them free: the [DevTerm body](https://www.clockworkpi.com/product-page/devterm-3d-models-in-obj-format-free) and [GameSHell](https://www.clockworkpi.com/product-page/gameshell-3d-models-in-stl-format) are listed at $5 too, and you won’t get anything shipped if you order those either. Please don’t place an order for the cover at $5: all you’ll do is donate $5 to Clockwork Pi and receive the same free STL files as everyone else! ---
**Author:** ![ksbex](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/ksbex/32/5288_2.png) [@ksbex](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/ksbex)\ **Post date:** [March 17, 2022, 2:59pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/12 "2022-03-17T14:59:49Z")
Yes, the STL files are all free. It’s easy to miss but it says right on the page that you linked: > ClockworkPi DevTerm Protective Cover 3D Model files are released under GPL3. > > For free download please enter this coupon code: **DT** ---
**Author:** ![Starblade42](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/starblade42/32/5608_2.png) [@Starblade42](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Starblade42)\ **Post date:** [March 17, 2022, 11:47pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/13 "2022-03-17T23:47:06Z")
Here’s my printed Protective Cover! My brother teaches 3D modeling and printing to kids so he’s really good at it. Still need to clean the scaffolding off, but it doesn’t interfere functionally! Printed here in glow in the dark PLA (I think?) ![image](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/uploads/clockworkpi/original/2X/5/59b28a520877cdf550a6e99ba2bad8d935f27404.jpeg) ![image](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/uploads/clockworkpi/original/2X/0/0e42e699f840de23f11289e552936cd78c11a98b.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Starblade42](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/starblade42/32/5608_2.png) [@Starblade42](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Starblade42)\ **Post date:** [March 18, 2022, 3:39am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/14 "2022-03-18T03:39:56Z")
Here I’ve finally cleaned up the scaffolding. In this case it was a horrible nightmare. But it worked out well for the rest of the print! 😁 ![image](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/uploads/clockworkpi/original/2X/6/6fa9b8fea3ccd90eb4d7b94a4f9bb9774479ea30.jpeg) ![image](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/uploads/clockworkpi/original/2X/7/7a3b05887f18e1e1098489619d455f34c96d0557.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![ksbex](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/ksbex/32/5288_2.png) [@ksbex](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/ksbex)\ **Post date:** [March 18, 2022, 4:49pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/15 "2022-03-18T16:49:56Z")
I was able to print mine with no supports. The angles are well designed to be able to do the overhangs (at least on my printer) without sagging. ---
**Author:** ![Starblade42](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/starblade42/32/5608_2.png) [@Starblade42](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Starblade42)\ **Post date:** [March 18, 2022, 5:45pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/16 "2022-03-18T17:45:40Z")
I thought that might be the case, but didn’t want to risk it. Also wanted to have the “experience” of cleaning up a print at least one time. (it was awful). Do you have any pics to show it off? I’m pretty happy with mine over all! Once I got to the sanding part it wasn’t so bad. ---
**Author:** ![ksbex](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/ksbex/32/5288_2.png) [@ksbex](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/ksbex)\ **Post date:** [March 18, 2022, 6:15pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/17 "2022-03-18T18:15:36Z")
I posted pics in the [other thread](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/devterm-protective-cover-community-prints/8157) on this topic. I’m really happy with mine too. ---
**Author:** ![rikiwarren](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/7ab992/32.png) [@rikiwarren](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/rikiwarren)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2022, 7:16am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/18 "2022-04-24T07:16:26Z")
I was going to try and print mine–but it’s just a hair too big for my 3D Printer. ---
**Author:** ![Godzil](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/godzil/32/60_2.png) [@Godzil](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Godzil)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2022, 12:47pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/19 "2022-04-24T12:47:09Z")
You can always cut it, then glue after printing, would not be as strong, but that’s a possibility. ---
**Author:** ![ChrisHerman](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.clockworkpi.com/chrisherman/32/6236_2.png) [@ChrisHerman](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/ChrisHerman)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2022, 7:53pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154/20 "2022-04-24T19:53:08Z")
Same cover, w/o the circular indents on top (messed up my first layers and ruined the finish) and no outside tabs. > **[ClockworkPi DevTerm Cover (modified - no top-bumps) by ChrisHerman](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5365828)** > > Remix from ClockworkPi's own cover with modifications: > removed the four corner circular indents (messed up my print) > removed outer bumps (no needed) > removed clockwork text (it's inside man, unless you use tranparent filament, nobody is gonna ever see... [Next page](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/official-devterm-protective-cover/8154.md?page=2)