3D printer Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2

3D printer Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2

Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 3D Printer for High-Speed Printing with Engineering Filaments

Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 — is an FDM printer with CoreXY kinematics, designed for fast production of models, prototypes, and functional parts, with a build volume of 256 × 256 × 256 mm, speeds up to 500 mm/s, and a nozzle heated up to 350 °C. The enclosed chamber, automatic calibration, and support for engineering and fiber-filled materials expand the printer's capabilities for household, creative, and technical tasks.

Advantages of Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2

• build volume 256 × 256 × 256 mm;
• CoreXY kinematics;
• printing speed up to 500 mm/s;
• acceleration up to 20,000 mm/s²;
• nozzle with a maximum temperature of 350 °C;
• heated platform up to 110 °C;
• maximum volumetric material flow 32 mm³/s;
• enclosed chamber with an automatically controlled ventilation grille;
• fully automatic calibration;
• automatic Z-offset adjustment;
• active vibration compensation;
• monitoring system with 18 sensors;
• combined filtration HEPA + coconut shell activated carbon;
• 5-inch touchscreen display;
• expandability with the CANVAS system for multicolor printing;
• noise level up to 45 dB in quiet mode under Elegoo test conditions.

Printing with Technical and Fiber-Filled Materials

Centauri Carbon 2 is equipped with a high-temperature hardened steel nozzle that heats up to 350 °C, a platform with a temperature of up to 110 °C, and an enclosed build chamber. This configuration makes it possible to work not only with PLA, PETG, and TPU, but also with materials that require higher operating temperatures. The printer supports PC, PET, and fiber-filled filaments. The maximum volumetric material flow is 32 mm³/s.

The enclosed chamber is equipped with an automatically controlled ventilation grille, which helps maintain the required temperature conditions in the build chamber for different materials.

CoreXY with Speeds up to 500 mm/s

CoreXY kinematics provides printing speeds of up to 500 mm/s and maximum acceleration of 20,000 mm/s². Two 4260-size stepper motors are responsible for movement along the X and Y axes, while low-friction metal guides ensure smooth movement of the printhead.

The rigid integrated cast aluminum frame and chassis reduce the effect of vibrations during fast movements. The semi-automatic belt tensioner helps maintain the required tension without complicated manual adjustment.

Automatic Calibration and First Layer Control

Centauri Carbon 2 automates the main operations before printing begins. The system performs automatic calibration and platform leveling, while Auto Z Offset determines the required distance between the nozzle and the surface for forming the first layer. 121 measurement points are used for leveling.

Pressure Advance calibration and active vibration compensation are also provided. These functions help more accurately control filament feeding and printhead movement during speed changes. The double-sided flexible platform simplifies the removal of finished models after printing is complete.

18 Sensors for Print Process Monitoring

Centauri Carbon 2 uses a system of 18 sensors that monitor various components and stages of printer operation. It supports feed path clog detection, filament runout monitoring, cutter and ventilation grille status checks, fan self-diagnostics, and model cooling fan monitoring.

Platform overheating protection and print recovery after power loss are also provided, helping reduce the risk of losing an unfinished part due to a power outage.

Air Filtration and Enclosed Design

The built-in air purification system combines a HEPA filter and coconut shell activated carbon. The filtration is designed to capture ultrafine particles, volatile organic compounds, and odors that may be generated when working with filaments.

The transparent door allows the printing process to be observed. The glass is supplemented with a protective film that reduces the risk of fragments scattering if it is damaged.

Convenient Control and Maintenance

A 5-inch touchscreen display is provided for controlling the printer. The magnetic printhead cover makes it easier to access the nozzle during maintenance or component replacement.

A silicone cleaner resistant to temperatures of 350 °C is used for cleaning the nozzle. The design is also supplemented with a semi-automatic belt tensioner, which simplifies regular maintenance of the mechanics.

Elegoo Software Ecosystem

Centauri Carbon 2 integrates into the Elegoo software ecosystem, which includes Nexprint, ElegooSlicer, and ELEGOO Matrix. The Nexprint library is connected to ElegooSlicer, allowing models to be found, downloaded, and transferred for print preparation within the ecosystem.

Multicolor Printing Capability with CANVAS

Centauri Carbon 2 is prepared for connection to the Elegoo CANVAS system, which expands the printer's capabilities for multicolor printing. The CANVAS system is not included in the standard Centauri Carbon 2 package and is purchased separately.

This allows the printer to be used initially in the basic configuration and, if necessary, later supplemented with the CANVAS system for multicolor printing.

Applications

The combination of a 256 × 256 × 256 mm build volume, high-temperature nozzle, enclosed chamber, and support for different filament types makes it possible to use Centauri Carbon 2 for a wide range of tasks.

The printer is suitable for:

• functional prototypes;
• housings and covers;
• mounts, holders, and installation elements;
• organizers and household products;
• educational and creative projects;
• decorative models;
• parts made from fiber-filled materials;
• production of individual parts and small batches.

Material Compatibility

Elegoo divides materials for Centauri Carbon 2 by compatibility level. Optimally compatible materials include PLA, PETG, TPU, and PLA-CF. The printer is also designed to work with ABS, ABS-CF, ASA, ASA-CF, PET, PET-CF, PETG-CF, PC, and PA. PPS, PPS-CF, PPS-GF, PPA-CF, and PPA-GF are also supported.

What's in the Box?

The standard Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 package includes:

• Centauri Carbon 2 3D printer;
• touchscreen display;
• spool holder;
• spool holder mount;
• power cable;
• nozzle cleaning needle;
• hex key;
• screwdriver;
• filament sample;
• spare nozzle cleaner on the platform;
• user guide;
• USB drive;
• scraper blade;
• filament runout sensor cable.

Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Specifications

Main Printing Parameters

Extruder, Temperatures, and Materials

Automation, Construction, and Monitoring

Control, Connectivity, and Physical Parameters

* The noise level value was obtained by Elegoo during testing with PLA in quiet mode and with the auxiliary model cooling fan turned off.

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