{"id":1233,"date":"2025-09-19T16:45:09","date_gmt":"2025-09-19T16:45:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/?p=1233"},"modified":"2025-10-06T14:45:30","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T14:45:30","slug":"foxlap-protective-cover","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/foxlap-protective-cover\/","title":{"rendered":"FoxLAP \u2013 Accessories"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1- Protection cover<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>When carrying the <strong>Foxlap<\/strong> around or cleaning equipment, I realized the device needed extra protection. The screen and front side are exposed, and it can be risky during <strong>transportation or washing<\/strong>. To address this, I designed a <strong>protective cover<\/strong> that fits perfectly on the Foxlap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"636\" src=\"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/protective-cover.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1235\" style=\"width:442px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/protective-cover.png 770w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/protective-cover-300x248.png 300w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/protective-cover-768x634.png 768w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/protective-cover-600x496.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"994\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cover2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cover2.jpg 994w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cover2-300x205.jpg 300w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cover2-768x524.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cover2-600x409.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 994px) 100vw, 994px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why a cover?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This cover isn\u2019t just about scratches \u2013 it\u2019s mainly to <strong>shield the device during transport and cleaning<\/strong>. Whether it\u2019s in a bag, a toolbox, or when equipment gets rinsed, the cover helps keep the Foxlap safe from accidental shocks, splashes, and unwanted contact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3D Printable Model<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I created a 3D model of the cover.<br>\ud83d\udc49 The <strong>STL file is available for download<\/strong>, so anyone can print it at home or order it from a 3D printing service or directly from me<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video height=\"720\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1168 \/ 720;\" width=\"1168\" controls src=\"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cover-build.mp4\"><\/video><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2705 Protects the screen during transport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Useful when cleaning or washing equipment around it<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Easy to clip on and remove<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Strong yet lightweight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Can be customized in any color or material<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Download<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can now download the <a href=\"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/dl\/Foxlap-dedicated-cover-V1.0.zip\">STL file<\/a> and print your own protective cover for the Foxlap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/dl\/Foxlap-dedicated-cover-V1.0.zip\">Download STL<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2- Wing nut mount for FoxLap LapTimer<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>This piece is a custom mounting adapter designed to <strong>quickly install and remove a FoxLap tachometer<\/strong>.<br>It is secured in place with a wing nut, allowing the tachometer to be mounted firmly yet released instantly without tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"783\" height=\"629\" src=\"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/wing-nut.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1282\" style=\"width:339px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/wing-nut.jpg 783w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/wing-nut-300x241.jpg 300w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/wing-nut-768x617.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/wing-nut-600x482.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 783px) 100vw, 783px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cap02-1024x516.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1283\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cap02-1024x516.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cap02-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cap02-768x387.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cap02-600x303.jpg 600w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cap02.jpg 1412w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It should be 3D printed at minimum in <strong>PETG<\/strong> to provide sufficient strength under mechanical stress and vibration.<br><strong>PLA is not recommended<\/strong>, as it is likely not strong or heat-resistant enough for this application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During slicing, a <strong>print pause must be inserted<\/strong> at the appropriate layer in order to place the bolt inside the part before resuming the print.<br>This ensures that the fastener is embedded securely within the structure, allowing the mount to be properly tightened with the wing nut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"519\" src=\"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cap01-1024x519.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1284\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cap01-1024x519.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cap01-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cap01-768x389.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cap01-600x304.jpg 600w, https:\/\/foxlap.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cap01.jpg 1412w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/foxlap.com\/dl\/wingnut-V1.0.zip\">Download STL<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1- Protection cover When carrying the Foxlap around or cleaning equipment, I realized the device needed extra protection. 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