If you've been eyeing up a CoreXY printer but put off at the price tags, the Elegoo Centauri Carbon might just be your new best mate! This properly engineered machine punches well above its weight class and is ready to show more expensive printers how it's done.
What Makes It Special?
This beauty fly's hitting speed up to 500 mm/s without sacrificing quality. Independent testing scored it 95.65 out of 100 at standard print speeds - ranking among the top three desktop printers tested. Not bad for a budget-friendly machine!
The secret? CoreXY motion keeps the bed stationary while the print head zips around, delivering cleaner prints at higher speeds. The die-cast aluminium frame (a hefty 17.5kg) stays rock-solid even at 'ludicrous speed' (yes, that's what they call the fastest mode).
Print What You Want
While most entry-level printers tap out at basic PLA, the Centauri Carbon's hardened steel nozzle heats to 320°C. Translation? Print carbon fibre reinforced filaments right out of the box - no upgrades needed. Drone parts, car brackets, seriously strong functional parts? You're covered.
The fully enclosed chamber keeps temperatures stable, meaning ABS and ASA behave themselves (no warping dramas). Plus, there's an activated carbon filter for when you're running exotic materials.
Ready to Print, Actually Ready
Reviewers consistently get quality parts printing within 20 minutes of unboxing. Auto bed levelling, automatic calibration, and a user-friendly touchscreen mean more printing, less fiddling.
The magnetic dual-sided build plate flips between textured (for most materials) and smooth (for PLA at just 30°C, saving power and warm-up time).
Smart Features That Matter
Built-in camera for remote monitoring and time-lapse videos. WiFi connectivity means no mucking about with USB drives. There's even a filament cutter in the toolhead, ready for Elegoo's upcoming multi-color system.
Key Specs:
- Build Volume: 256 × 256 × 256 mm
- Max Speed: 500 mm/s
- Nozzle Temp: Up to 320°C
- Fully Enclosed
- Auto Bed Leveling
- WiFi & Built-in Camera
- Compatible with PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA, TPU, carbon fibre materials, and more
The Bottom Line
At only $840 NZD, the Centauri Carbon delivers performance rivalling printers costing twice as much. Perfect for hobbyists leveling up, schools needing reliable teaching machines, or small businesses prototyping.
Ready to see what CoreXY can do? The Elegoo Centauri Carbon is available now at MindKits with full local support, fast NZ shipping, and all the filament you need.