Elegoo Unveils Centauri Carbon, Its First Core-XY 3D Printer

2025-02-18 products

Shenzhen, Tuesday, 18 February 2025.
Elegoo’s Centauri Carbon, launched on February 17, 2025, offers high-speed printing at 500 mm/s, supports advanced filaments, and retails for $299.99. It’s designed for both professionals and hobbyists.

Technical Specifications and Performance

The Centauri Carbon boasts impressive specifications with a build volume of 256 × 256 × 256 mm [1][4]. The printer achieves remarkable speeds of up to 500 mm/s with an acceleration of 20,000 mm/s² [1][2], powered by dual high-power 4260 stepper motors [4]. The system features a 320°C hotend with a hardened steel nozzle, complemented by a powerful 1000W AC heated bed that can reach 110°C [1][4]. For optimal temperature control, the enclosed chamber can maintain temperatures up to 60°C [4], making it suitable for printing high-performance materials.

Material Compatibility and Features

Elegoo has designed the Centauri Carbon to handle a diverse range of materials, including PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, and carbon-fiber-infused materials [1][2]. The printer incorporates automatic bed leveling using four pressure sensors and a proprietary algorithm [2]. Advanced features include real-time monitoring through a chamber camera, time-lapse photography capabilities, and active vibration compensation [4]. The printer also features a built-in air filter utilizing Nano mineral technology for purified air circulation [4].

Market Positioning and Availability

With a competitive price point of 299.99 USD in the US market, Elegoo has positioned the Centauri Carbon strategically across global markets, with pricing set at 299.99 GBP in the UK, 329.99 EUR in the EU, 449.99 CAD in Canada, 699.99 AUD in Australia, and 60,000 JPY in Japan [1][2]. The printer represents a significant milestone for Elegoo, which reported over 200 million USD in revenue in 2024 [1]. According to CEO Chris Hong, ‘The Centauri Carbon aims to be a breakthrough, lowering the barriers to creativity and enabling more people to tap into the power of this technology’ [1].

Future Developments

Elegoo has announced plans to enhance the Centauri Carbon’s capabilities with a multi-color printing system scheduled for release in Q3 2025 [7]. This upcoming feature will include a filament swapper, similar to an AMS (Automated Material System) [7], demonstrating Elegoo’s commitment to continuous innovation. The company maintains comprehensive support channels for technical assistance, with dedicated email addresses for different product categories [3][5].

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