How to Print Your 3D Files With Tango

New to 3D printing and not sure where to start? This tutorial is perfect for beginners! We'll guide you through the process of printing your 3D files step-by-step, with a focus on making it easy to follow.

Throughout the tutorial, we'll be using Tango, a user-friendly software tool for preparing and slicing 3D models for resin-based 3D printers. You'll learn how o set up your printer, resin and parameters, add support structures, slice your model, and save the file for printing. By following these instructions, you'll be on your way to creating your own 3D prints in no time!

Tango only supports PRZ file format for slicing models on Phrozen printers

Since Tango does not have a default machine setting for Sonic Mini 8k S, it is necessary to import the printer configuration of Sonic Mini 8k S into Tango in order to use Tango to slice PRZ files for Sonic Mini 8k S.

To do this, download the "Phrozen Sonic Mini 8k S.vdpcfg" file and import it into Tango.

Adding a New Printer

• Launch Tango Slicer on your computer.
• Import the default file “Phrozen Sonic Mini 8K S.vdpcfg” to Tango.
• Download the file “Phrozen Sonic Mini 8K S.vdpcfg.”
• Click on Platform Definitions > Import.
• Select the file “Phrozen Sonic Mini 8K S.vdpcfg” > Open > Apply.
  

Selecting Resin Type

• Click on the drop-down menu to choose the resin for your print.
  

Entering Print Parameters

• After selecting your resin, set parameters like layer height, exposure time, and lifting speed.
• Refer to Phrozen’s Resin Profile for detailed print settings.
  

Importing Files

• Import your STL file into Tango.
• Click on File > Open File > select your STL file > Open.
  

Adding Support

• To ensure a successful print, add support to your model.
• Click on Support > Generate Support for Selected Part.
  

Slicing

• Slice your model by clicking on Slice > Export Slices.
• Save the PRZ file on your PC.
  

Saving the File to USB Drive

• Copy the sliced file to your USB drive.

Printing

• Insert the USB drive into your 3D printer.
• Print your sliced model to bring your 3D design to life.
  

Contact Support

After reading through this article, if you find any issues, feel free to reach out to Phrozen Support or your Authorized Reseller for further assistance. When contacting Phrozen Support, kindly send some photos or videos illustrating the issue.