[Sonic Mini] Replacing the LED

The LED is an essential component of Sonic Mini, as it provides the UV light to cure the resin and create your 3D models. However, the LED may experience wear and tear over time and eventually become burnt out.

Replacing the LED is therefore necessary to ensure that the printer is functioning optimally and producing high-quality prints consistently. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of replacing the LED in your Sonic Mini.

1. Removing the old LED

Initial Preparations

• Turn off the printer and remove the UV cover, building plate, and resin vat.
• Carefully lay the printer down on a flat surface.
• Loosen the 4 screws on the bottom case, and then open the case.
  

Disassembling Components

• Gently unplug the green LED connector and remove the bottom case.

Remove the old LED

• Lossen the 4 screws of the LED lens and set it aside.
  
• Loosen the 4 screws of the LED frame and set it aside.
  
• Loosen the 4 screws of the old LED array and take it out.
  

2. Installing the New LED array

Installing the New LED Board

• To install a new LED array, use the 4 screws provided to secure it onto the bottom case.
• Secure the LED frame to the 4 hex nuts.
  
• Tighten the 4 screws of the LED lens.
  

Finalizing Installation:

• The assembly for the LED array is now completed.
• Attach the LED connector to the mainboard.
• Secure the bottom case.

Verify the functionality of new LED

• Perform an LCD test to ensure that the LED is functioning properly.

Remember to handle the components with care during reinstallation and to tighten all screws and cables securely

Once you replace the LED, if the issue still persists please reach out to our customer support team for further assistance. In the meantime, please also provide us with photos of both the LED connection and the LED Test result.

Contact Support

By following the above instructions, you can install a new LED for your Sonic Mini. 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.