Elegoo · FDM
Elegoo Centauri Carbon
The budget CoreXY that disrupted the market. A fully enclosed, pre-assembled CoreXY at $299 that rivals printers at twice the price.
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Pros
- +Enclosed CoreXY at an unbelievable $299
- +Excellent print quality across PLA, PETG, and ABS
- +Pre-assembled — print within minutes of unboxing
- +Handles carbon-fiber-infused materials
Cons
- -Firmware can be unreliable and needs updates
- -Heat creep issues on long prints above 270C
- -Elegoo ecosystem is immature compared to Bambu
- -Heavy at 17.5kg for a 256mm build volume
What the Community Says
“There's no reason to buy anything else at this price. It would be excellent at twice the cost.”
— How-To Geek
“Finally an affordable CoreXY. The Centauri Carbon changes what you should expect for under $300.”
— Tom's Hardware
“Buy two of these instead of one fancier printer at twice the price. Seriously.”
— r/3Dprinting
Full Specifications
| Build Volume | 256 x 256 x 256 mm |
| Layer Resolution | 0.1mm - 0.4mm |
| Max Print Speed | 500 mm/s |
| Weight | 17.5 kg |
| Type | FDM (Filament) |
| Features | Enclosed CoreXY, Auto bed leveling (4 pressure sensors), Chamber camera monitoring, 320C all-metal hotend, Pre-assembled and calibrated, Steel + aluminum + glass enclosure |
Our Verdict
At $299, the Centauri Carbon is the best value in 3D printing today. It would be excellent at twice the price. If you can accept less polished firmware, there is no reason to buy anything else at this budget.
What You'll Also Need
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