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Elegoo · Resin (SLA/MSLA) 3D Printers
Print File Is Corrupted or Unreadable
Quick Answer
Error code FILE_CORRUPT on your Elegoo Resin (SLA/MSLA) 3D Printers means: Print File Is Corrupted or Unreadable. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Applies to all models
Jupiter SEMars 4Mars 4 UltraSaturn 3Saturn 3 UltraSaturn 4 Ultra
Likely Causes
  1. File was corrupted during transfer to the USB drive (unsafe ejection, interrupted copy)
  2. Slicer software crashed during file export resulting in a truncated file
  3. File format is incompatible with the printer firmware version
  4. USB drive has bad sectors corrupting the stored file
How to Fix It
1
Re-slice the model in the slicer software and export a fresh file
2
Use the safe eject feature on your computer before removing the USB drive
3
Verify the file extension matches what the printer expects (.ctb for Chitubox, .pm3 for certain Elegoo formats)
4
Try opening the file in the slicer software on your computer to verify it loads correctly
5
If multiple files are corrupt, replace the USB drive as it may have bad sectors
Pro Tip
This is a common issue that most users can resolve without specialized tools. Try the first step before moving on to more complex solutions.
Parts You May Need
Replacement USB flash drive
Updated slicer software (Chitubox Pro, Lychee Slicer, or VOXELDANCE Tango)
Related Error Codes
UV_LED_FAILURESCREEN_DEAD_PIXELZ_AXIS_HOME_FAILZ_MOTOR_ERRORUSB_READ_ERROR
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