Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K User Manual

Z- axis Calibration
Z-axis calibration is essential for every 3D printer. Run this test to make sure that the
building plate is leveled to the LCD screen. This is to ensure that models and prints
will adhere to the building plate.
SONIC MEGA 8K
Step 1: Remove the Resin Vat
Make sure to remove any objects present on the machine's platform.
Step 2: Remove the Building Plate Handles
Use an Allen wrench to unscrew the building plate handles. Then remove the handles.

Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K Specifications

General

Build Volume	330 x 185 x 400 mm
XY Resolution	43 microns
LCD Resolution	8K
Layer Thickness	0.01 - 0.30 mm
Connectivity	USB, Ethernet
Weight	35 kg
LCD Resolution (px)	7680 x 4320
Operating System	Phrozen OS
Light Source	ParaLED 3.0
Slicer Software	ChiTuBox
Power Requirements	AC100-240V 50/60Hz
Technology	LCD-based MSLA

Summary

Z-axis Calibration

Step 1: Remove the Resin Vat

Remove resin vat and any objects from the printer platform before calibration.

Step 2: Remove the Building Plate Handles

Unscrew and remove the building plate handles using an Allen wrench.

Step 3: Install the Building Plate

Attach the building plate to the printer, aligning pins, and tighten securely.

Step 4: Slightly Loosen the Screws on the Building Plate

Loosen the four larger and four smaller screws on the building plate.

Step 5: Loosen the Smaller Screws on the Building Plate

Use Allen wrench to loosen smaller screws until they do not protrude.

Step 6: Perform the Calibration Test with an A4 Paper

Use a folded A4 paper on the LCD screen for leveling the building plate.

Step 7: Settings

Navigate to Tools > Z-CALIB > START on the touch panel to begin calibration.

Step 8: Adjust the Building Plate

Stabilize the plate and check friction force with paper at all four corners.

Step 9: Tighten the Smaller Screws on the Building Plate

Rotate smaller screws at a smaller angle until they touch the lower platform.

Step 10: Tighten the Larger Screws on the Building Plate

Tighten larger screws in two rounds using the long and short sides of the Allen wrench.

Step 11: Double-Check Z-axis Calibration

Verify friction force at all corners using the A4 paper after tightening.

Step 12: You're DONE!

Move plate up, remove building plate and paper, reattach handles.