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Anycubic Photon Mono 2
An MSLA resin printer with a 6.6-inch monochrome 4K screen, an 89 × 143 × 165 mm nominal build volume, and a removable cover.
In short The Anycubic Photon Mono 2 is an resin (MSLA) 3D printer with a 89 × 143 × 165 mm (3.5 × 5.6 × 6.5 in) build volume. Anycubic claims a 6.6-inch LCD and up to 50 mm/h; the printer measures 229 × 235 × 390 mm (9 × 9.3 × 15.4 in) and weighs 4 kg (8.8 lb).
Documentary analysis · Not personally tested
Resin · MSLAWhy consider it?
An improved LighTurbo light source advertised at about 4200µW/cm² and a laser-etched plate for adhesion.
What to verify
A compact 2.09L volume: suited to miniatures and small parts, not large objects.
Anycubic Photon Mono 2 specifications
- Technology
- Resin (MSLA)
- Build volume
- 89 × 143 × 165 mm (3.5 × 5.6 × 6.5 in)
- Printer dimensions
- 229 × 235 × 390 mm (9 × 9.3 × 15.4 in)
- Weight
- 4 kg (8.8 lb)
- Enclosure
- Protective cover
- LCD screen
- 6.6 in
- Claimed print speed
- 50 mm/h
- Multicolor
- One resin at a time; no automatic color switching.
- Materials
- Compatible 405nm UV resins per Anycubic, with no specific type list detailed on the product page.
- Screen
- 2.8-inch touchscreen
- Connectivity
- USB
How much space does it need?
The Anycubic Photon Mono 2 measures 229 × 235 × 390 mm (9 × 9.3 × 15.4 in) for a 89 × 143 × 165 mm (3.5 × 5.6 × 6.5 in) build volume: the dashed box is the printer, the solid cube the largest theoretical part, about 10% of the machine’s volume. Add room for the spool or multicolor unit, cables and ventilation.
Source: official Anycubic pages (store.anycubic.com), checked September 28, 2026. Manufacturer claims, not our measurements. Build volume is nominal: orientation, supports and reserved zones can reduce the usable space.
Which projects is it for?
The Photon Mono 2 is an entry-level MSLA resin printer, with a 6.6-inch monochrome 4K screen (4096 × 2560px) and an 89 × 143 × 165 mm nominal build volume per Anycubic, for a maximum of about 2.09L. This compact format suits figurines, tabletop miniatures, and small detailed parts.
It's a solid first choice for trying resin printing without aiming for a large plate: the footprint sits close to Elegoo's Mars 5 Ultra, a direct comparison in this entry-level segment.
Because the vat and any cured resin remain photosensitive between sessions, the printer works best away from direct sunlight or bright windows, regardless of the removable cover, to avoid premature curing or discoloration over time. Room temperature also affects resin viscosity, so a stable, moderately warm space makes it easier to match the exposure settings the manufacturer documents for each profile.
Materials and setup
The printer runs compatible 405nm UV resins in MSLA format per Anycubic, with no specific resin type list detailed on the page reviewed. Each resin keeps its own exposure profile to follow.
The improved LighTurbo light source advertises intensity near 4200µW/cm², cutting per-layer exposure time to 1.5-3 seconds per the manufacturer. The laser-etched plate targets better first-attempt adhesion.
What the bundle includes or not
Anycubic advertises a removable cover that blocks ambient UV light and a scratch-resistant screen protector with 95% light transmittance, but does not detail a full list of accessories included in the box.
The resin itself and a wash-and-cure station are not guaranteed to be included with the machine alone. Check the retailer's listing for the exact contents of your offer before comparing prices.
Warranty terms and technical support can also differ between Anycubic's own store and a third-party retailer. Since resin printing involves ongoing consumables (resin, isopropyl alcohol, gloves), it's worth pricing those recurring costs before comparing two machines on purchase price alone.
Alternatives to compare
For a larger plate within the same brand, the Photon Mono X2 remains the most direct comparison. From another manufacturer, Elegoo's Mars 5 Ultra sits in a very similar segment.
The Anycubic page covers the rest of the manufacturer's lineup, and the miniatures buying guide covers the criteria that matter on this compact format.
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Sources and limits
- Source: official Anycubic pages (store.anycubic.com), checked September 28, 2026. Manufacturer claims, not our measurements.
- How we assess specifications
We have not measured noise, real printing speed, accuracy or reliability, so none of these is rated here.