Name: ELEGOO Centauri Carbon
Brand: ELEGOO

Extra Features

Compact row for standout or technology-specific features only.

Full-auto calibration121-point auto levelingDual-gear direct extruderHardened nozzleIntegrated chamber cameraPower-loss recoveryFilament runout sensorDual-band Wi-Fi

Detailed Description

# ELEGOO Centauri Carbon

Overview

The ELEGOO Centauri Carbon is a fully enclosed CoreXY FDM 3D printer designed for fast printing, automated setup and broader engineering-material compatibility. It combines a 256 × 256 × 256 mm build volume with a 320°C brass/hardened-steel nozzle, 110°C heated bed and direct-drive extrusion system.

Its enclosed design places it in a similar desktop category to the Bambu Lab P2S, while its 320°C wear-resistant nozzle gives it a stronger focus on carbon-fibre-reinforced printing. Users who specifically need an actively heated chamber can instead compare the Prusa CORE One+, Creality K2 Plus, or Bambu Lab H2D.

Key Benefits

Fully enclosed CoreXY architecture
Up to 500 mm/s maximum velocity
320°C brass/hardened-steel nozzle
Carbon-fibre-reinforced material capability
Full-auto calibration
256 × 256 × 256 mm build volume
Integrated chamber camera
Dual-band Wi-Fi and USB connectivity

Best For

Technical Specifications

Specification	Value
Printing technology	FDM / FFF
Motion system	CoreXY
Build volume	256 × 256 × 256 mm
Layer height	0.10–0.40 mm
Standard nozzle	0.4 mm
Maximum velocity	500 mm/s
Recommended print speed	250 mm/s
Maximum nozzle temperature	320°C
Maximum bed temperature	110°C
Chamber	Fully enclosed
Active chamber heating	No
Extruder	Dual-gear direct drive
Software	ELEGOO Slicer
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, USB
Printer dimensions	398 × 404 × 490 mm
Weight	17.5 kg

Note: Maximum advertised velocity does not represent the printing speed used for every model or material. Actual printing speed depends on geometry, material flow and print-quality settings.

Material Compatibility

Compared with an open-frame printer such as the Bambu Lab A1, the Centauri Carbon's enclosure and 320°C nozzle make it better suited to materials that benefit from higher temperatures and a more stable printing environment.

Standard Materials

Engineering Materials

PA
PC

Reinforced Materials

Carbon-fibre-reinforced polymers

Recommended use: Dry hygroscopic engineering and reinforced materials before printing and use validated material profiles.

Important: The Centauri Carbon is fully enclosed but does not use an actively heated chamber. For applications where controlled chamber heating is important, compare the Prusa CORE One+, Creality K2 Plus, or Bambu Lab H2D.

Automation and Monitoring

The Centauri Carbon includes automated calibration and monitoring features intended to reduce setup time and improve printing consistency.

Its automated calibration workflow makes it an alternative to printers such as the Bambu Lab P2S, which also targets automated enclosed desktop printing.

Multi-Color Printing

The original Centauri Carbon can be expanded with ELEGOO's optional CANVAS for Centauri Carbon system for four-color printing. The accessory is separate from the base printer and should not be presented as standard equipment.

For users comparing different material-handling ecosystems, the Bambu Lab A1 uses AMS lite, while the Bambu Lab P2S uses Bambu Lab's AMS ecosystem.

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Comparison Section

The ELEGOO Centauri Carbon is positioned as an affordable enclosed CoreXY printer with a strong emphasis on high-speed and carbon-fibre-capable printing. The Bambu Lab P2S provides a similarly sized enclosed desktop platform, while the Prusa CORE One+ adds active chamber control and the Creality K2 Plus provides a substantially larger build volume.

Feature	ELEGOO Centauri Carbon	Bambu Lab P2S	Prusa CORE One+	Creality K2 Plus
Printer design	Enclosed CoreXY	Enclosed	Enclosed CoreXY	Enclosed CoreXY
Build volume	256 × 256 × 256 mm	256 × 256 × 256 mm	250 × 220 × 270 mm	350 × 350 × 350 mm
Maximum nozzle temperature	320°C	300°C	290°C	350°C
Maximum bed temperature	110°C	110°C	120°C	120°C
Active chamber heating	No	No	Yes, up to 55°C	Yes, up to 60°C
Maximum published speed	500 mm/s velocity	600 mm/s	Up to 600 mm/s travel speed	600 mm/s
Reinforced-material focus	Carbon-fibre capable	Compatible reinforced materials	Selected reinforced materials	Engineering and reinforced materials
Multi-color expansion	Optional CANVAS	AMS ecosystem	MMU3 / INDX	CFS
Best suited for	Affordable enclosed CoreXY and carbon-fibre printing	Automated enclosed desktop printing	Actively heated, upgradeable CoreXY workflows	Large-format engineering printing

Note: Published speed figures are not directly equivalent between manufacturers because some refer to printing speed, toolhead velocity or travel speed.

Recommended use: Choose the ELEGOO Centauri Carbon for a compact enclosed CoreXY platform with a 320°C wear-resistant nozzle and carbon-fibre capability. Consider the Bambu Lab P2S for a more developed AMS workflow, the Prusa CORE One+ for active chamber control and upgradeability, or the Creality K2 Plus when substantially more build volume is required.

Callout Section

Recommended use: The Centauri Carbon is well suited to users who want enclosed high-speed CoreXY printing and carbon-fibre-capable hardware at a compact desktop scale. For active chamber heating or larger engineering parts, compare the Prusa CORE One+ and Creality K2 Plus.