Elegoo Centauri Carbon vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose Elegoo Centauri Carbon if you prefer a more compact and lighter machine that requires an accessory for multicolor printing. Choose Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo if you need a higher nozzle temperature up to 350 °C and native multicolor printing without additional accessories.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~300–450 € | 439 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.8 × 40.4 × 49 cm | 50 × 48 × 74.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 17.5 kg | 19.35 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 1100 W | 1100 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 320 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | Yes | Yes |
| Filament sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | No | No |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | Yes | No |
| Max colors | 4 | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | This printer is natively supported by Elegoo Slicer, a slicing software based on Orca Slicer that provides users with pre-configured, carefully optimized profiles designed to maximize both part detail and overall printing speed. Additionally, the machine's operating system is fully compatible with the most popular and community-endorsed third-party slicing software, such as Orca Slicer and Ultimaker Cura. The versatile onboard connectivity options include standard USB ports and a reliable dual-band Wi-Fi module (operating at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz). This infrastructure enables effortless remote monitoring and comprehensive control of the printing process via its network interface and the built-in chamber camera, greatly streamlining daily workflow management. | The machine is compatible with major slicing software on the market. The manufacturer recommends using Elegoo Slicer, specifically optimized to leverage the CoreXY kinematics, multi-color printing via the CANVAS system, and vibration compensation algorithms (Input Shaping). Alternatively, popular slicers like Orca Slicer and Cura can be used, offering broad flexibility to users who prefer established workflows. The integrated dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity allows direct transfer of G-code files to the 8 GB internal memory without physical cards, while the internal camera enables remote monitoring and time-lapse video recording, simplifying the management of the printing process even from a distance. |
The differences that matter
- Multicolor Management: Model A requires an external accessory for multicolor printing, whereas Model B includes this feature natively without any additional components.
- Maximum Nozzle Temperature: Model B reaches a maximum nozzle temperature of 350 °C, exceeding the 320 °C limit of Model A.
- Dimensions and Weight: Model B has a larger physical footprint (50 × 48 × 74.3 cm vs 39.8 × 40.4 × 49 cm) and weighs more (19.35 kg vs 17.5 kg).
- Internal Memory and Optimizations: Model B specifies 8 GB of internal storage and optimization for the CANVAS system and time-lapse videos, whereas Model A features USB and Wi-Fi connectivity without specified internal storage or CANVAS integration.
Which one to choose
Choose Centauri Carbon if…
The Elegoo Centauri Carbon (2025) is suitable for users looking for an enclosed 3D printer with smaller physical dimensions (39.8 × 40.4 × 49 cm) and a lower weight (17.5 kg), accepting the need for an external accessory to enable 4-color printing.
Choose Centauri Carbon 2 Combo if…
The Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo (2026) is the ideal choice for those who need to process filaments at higher temperatures thanks to the 350 °C nozzle and want to manage multicolor printing natively via the CANVAS system with 8 GB of internal memory.
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