Anycubic Photon Mono X 6K

from $689
LCD resolution
6K
Screen diagonal
9.25"
Max print speed
80 mm/h
Build Volume
197×122×245 mm

Specifications

Build Volume

X × Y × Z197×122×245 mm

Layer Height

Range0.01 - 0.15 mm

Screen & light

Light sourceMono LCD
LCD resolution6K (5760×3600)
Screen diagonal9.25"
Pixel size34 μm
UV wavelength405 nm

Speed & layers

Max print speed80 mm/h
Z-axis accuracy10 μm

Resin tank

Anti-aliasingYes

Physical

Weight11 kg
Power Consumption120 W

Information

Release Year2022
StatusDiscontinued

Description

The Anycubic Photon Mono X 6K is a large-format MSLA resin printer with a 9.25" monochrome LCD and 6K resolution. It targets miniature hobbyists, designers and small workshops that need fine detail across a big build area. Its standout trait is the combination of high resolution (5760×3600) and a notably large build volume.

The build volume is 197×122×245 mm (5.9 L), with a 34-micron pixel size and 10-micron Z-axis accuracy. The UV light source is a parallel matrix of 40 LEDs (405 nm) with ≥90% light uniformity, enabling print speeds up to 80 mm/h. It's controlled via a 3.5" touchscreen, with Wi-Fi through the Photon app and file transfer over USB and LAN. Light power is adjustable from 30–100%, so it runs both ordinary and special 405 nm resins.

Pros

  • Large 197×122×245 mm build volume paired with 6K detail — a rare mix of size and resolution for the money
  • High-transmittance monochrome screen gives short layer exposure and speeds up to 80 mm/h
  • Parallel matrix of 40 LEDs provides even exposure across the whole screen area
  • Replaceable protective film over the LCD extends the life of the expensive screen
  • Wi-Fi control via the Photon app and LAN file transfer, not just a USB stick

Cons

  • No built-in resin heater — in a cold room you have to dial in exposure manually
  • The stock Photon Workshop slicer is weaker than ChiTuBox and Lychee, so many users switch to third-party profiles
  • Large body (475×290×270 mm) and 11 kg weight need a dedicated, well-ventilated spot
  • Resin printing requires post-processing: an isopropyl alcohol wash and a final UV cure

The Photon Mono X 6K suits anyone printing large miniatures, busts, prototypes and batches of small parts where both build area and fine detail matter. It's a step up for experienced users moving from compact resin printers to a large format.

Bottom line: a balanced large-format MSLA with 6K detail and good speed; discontinued now, but still a solid pick for detailed resin printing over a big area.

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