Framework 12 - "LEGEND 02" Magnetic Edition Enclosure

A rugged, futuristic 3D-printable cyber-console enclosure for the Framework 12 Mainboard, featuring a MOTH3R-inspired attachable magnetic cyber-panel, rhythmic Morse-code active cooling grill, captive sliding power switch. 

Note: I do not own a framework 12 mainboard. I only tested the fit with a 3dprinted model of the mainboard. Depending on the weight of the actual board, the case may need tiny additional supports to strengthen the structure. It already includes lateral force lines on the inner faces to improve the structural strength. 

Hardware BOM:

• 5 mm diameter x 2 mm thickness (N52 recommended)

• M3 (4.3 mm outer diameter, 4.0 mm to 5.7 mm length)

• M3 x 16 mm Socket Head Cap Screws

• M2 x 4 mm Wafer / Pan Head Screws

• 8 mm to 10 mm adhesive silicone pads

Recommended 3D Print Settings

All parts have been engineered with self-supporting geometry and require 0% supports when sliced in the default orientation.

Magnetic Panel (framework12_magnetic_panel_legend02.stl)

• Orientation: Flat on bed (bottom face down).

• Layer Height: 0.12 mm to 0.16 mm for ultra-crisp embossed typography and seam lines.

• Infill: 20% Gyroid or Grid.

• Perimeters: 3 walls.

-  Multi-Color Filament Swap (Recommended):

• Base body: Dark Charcoal / Gunmetal PLA from Z = 0.0 mm to Z = 3.2 mm.

• At Z = 3.2 mm, insert a color pause / filament change in your slicer and switch to vibrant Orange, Cyan, or White to print texts

2. Top Lid with Magnet Sockets framework12_case_lid_magnetic.stl)

• Orientation: Pre-oriented upside down on the bed (exterior roof face resting on print bed).

• Layer Height: 0.20 mm.

• Supports: None (all interior screw bosses and cable ribs bridge cleanly).

3. Chassis Base framework12_case_base.stl)

• Orientation: Flat on bottom face.

• Layer Height: 0.20 mm.

• Supports: None.

4. Sliding Power Button Cap framework12_button_cap.stl)

• Orientation: Flat with bottom contact pad down.

• Layer Height: 0.12 mm for smooth switch travel.

5. Vertical Stand Parts framework12_stand_dual_tray.stl)

• Orientation: Flat on bottom contact faces (pre-arranged on bed).

• Layer Height: 0.20 mm.

• Infill: 25% Gyroid for good desk ballast.

• Print Time: ~25 to 35 minutes total.

Print Settings & Assembly Guide:

• Layer heights formatted clearly as 0.12 mm to 0.16 mm and 0.20 mm.

• Filament swap indicated at Z = 3.2 mm.

• Heat-set iron temperature simplified to approx. 220°C - 250°C.

• Stand clearances simplified to 22.3 mm nominal gap and more than 45 mm clearance.