Elegoo is a globally recognised leader in consumer and prosumer 3D printing, founded by a team of engineers dedicated to making advanced manufacturing accessible to everyone. Known for combining innovation, reliability, and affordability, Elegoo develops printers that empower creators - from beginners and educators to professional designers and engineers.
The Centauri Carbon 2 Combo PLA Creator Pack combines Elegoo's expansion into high-performance composite and multi-material printing with a reliable, easy-to-use PLA filament to deliver enhanced strength, precision, material flexibility, and user-friendly operation. Representing the next generation of the Centauri series, this system is designed for advanced materials, faster workflows, and intelligent automation suited to engineering, prototyping, and production environments.
The Centauri Carbon 2 Combo offers advanced 4-colour printing via the CANVAS multi-material system, producing complex multi-colour models in a single print without manual filament swaps or post-processing, making it ideal for prototyping, product design, education, cosplay, and retail-ready prints where colour accuracy and detail matter. Built with a carbon-reinforced structure, high-speed precision engineering, and intelligent automation, it delivers reliable, high-quality results for professionals and makers while remaining beginner-friendly through intuitive setup and guided workflows. It features a hardened extrusion system, automatic calibration, and full multi-material compatibility for functional prototypes, engineering parts, and high-strength components. Its fully enclosed chamber stabilizes temperatures to improve adhesion, reduce warping, and ensure consistent quality, while also protecting prints from dust and enhancing user safety, making it suitable for both professional and educational use and for users moving from hobby to professional workflows.
Complementing the printer is Elegoo PLA 1.75 mm / 1000 g filament on an eco-friendly paper spool, a high-quality, general-purpose material designed for reliable and consistent performance across a wide range of applications. PLA (Polylactic Acid) is known for its ease of printing, dimensional stability, low warp characteristics, and smooth surface finish, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced makers. The paper spool reduces plastic waste and supports more sustainable packaging without compromising filament quality or feeding reliability. With good layer adhesion and predictable results, this PLA filament performs exceptionally well on printers with 1.75 mm extrusion systems, delivering dependable prints for models, prototypes, toys, tools, and everyday functional parts.
You can easily access the recommended slicing software directly from the ELEGOO Africa website, where the latest version is available for download along with setup guides and supporting resources. This ensures you are working with the most up-to-date software optimised for the Centauri Carbon 2 Combo, allowing for a smooth setup process, simplified print preparation, and the best possible printing performance from day one.
Key Features (Centauri Carbon 2 Combo):
High-speed printing performance for production workflows
Carbon-fibre compatible hardened extrusion system
Multi-material Combo system support
Automatic bed levelling and intelligent calibration
Reinforced motion structure for stability and accuracy
All-metal high-temperature hotend
Advanced cooling system for engineering materials
Quiet precision stepper drivers
Network-enabled remote control capability
Optimised for functional and composite printing
Technical Specifications:
Printing Technology: FDM (Fused Deposition Modelling)
Firmware: Advanced intelligent firmware (factory installed)
Extruder Type: Hardened Direct Drive Extruder
Hotend: All-metal high-temperature hotend (hardened components)
Nozzle Diameter: 0.4 mm hardened steel (replaceable)
Maximum Nozzle Temperature: 300 C
Maximum Heated Bed Temperature: 110 C
Auto Bed Levelling: Intelligent automatic levelling system
Motion Structure: Reinforced Cartesian motion system
Mainboard: 64-bit high-performance processor
Print Performance:
Maximum Print Speed: Up to 500 mm/s
Maximum Acceleration: Up to 20,000 mm/s
Layer Height: 0.05 - 0.30 mm
Printing Accuracy: 0.1 mm
Input Shaping: Supported
Pressure Advance: Supported
Optimised motion control enables consistent quality when printing reinforced and composite materials.
Build Volume:
Build Volume (L × W × H):
256 × 256 × 256 mm
Build Plate: Magnetic PEI spring steel plate
Heated Bed: Intelligent heated bed system
Build Surface: Textured PEI coating
Balanced build size supports both detailed prototypes and functional production parts.
Cooling System:
Part Cooling: Dual high-speed cooling fans
Auxiliary Cooling: Directed airflow cooling system
Hotend Cooling: Independent heatbreak cooling fan
Enhanced airflow ensures stable extrusion and improved surface finish when printing advanced materials.
User Interface:
Display: Full-colour touchscreen interface
Interface Type: Detachable control screen
Functions Include:
Print monitoring
Calibration
Material management
Network setup
File management
Speed adjustment
Connectivity & File Support:
Connectivity Options:
USB Drive
Wi-Fi
LAN (Ethernet)
Remote Control: Web-based printer interface
Supported File Formats: STL, OBJ, AMF
Output Format: G-code
Supported Slicers: Cura, OrcaSlicer, PrusaSlicer, and compatible software
Mechanical & Physical Specifications:
Frame Material: Reinforced aluminium alloy frame
Machine Dimensions: Approx. 500 × 500 × 550 mm
Net Weight: Approx. 13.5 kg
Structure Type: Cartesian gantry printer
Lighting: Integrated LED lighting system
Rigid construction maintains precision during high-speed and composite-material printing.
Power Requirements:
Input Voltage: 100-120V / 220-240V AC
Frequency: 50/60 Hz
Rated Power: 400W power supply
Filament Compatibility:
Supports 1.75 mm filaments, including:
PLA
PETG
TPU (flexible)
ABS
ASA
Carbon Fibre Reinforced PLA/PETG
Nylon (with proper setup)
Engineering-grade composite materials
Hardened extrusion components enable reliable printing with abrasive filaments.
Smart Features:
Automatic bed levelling
Power loss recovery
Filament run-out detection
Input shaping calibration
Remote monitoring via network
Quiet precision drivers
Multi-material Combo workflow support
Care Instructions (Elegoo PLA Filament):
Store filament in a dry environment to avoid moisture absorption
Use a filament dry box or desiccant when storing long-term
Load correctly according to printer instructions
Keep filament clean and free of dust for optimal extrusion
Print at recommended temperature ranges for best results
Key Features
1.75 mm diameter for widespread printer compatibility
1000 g usable filament
Easy-to-print PLA with low warping
Smooth surface finish and good layer adhesion
Eco-friendly paper spool packaging
Excellent for models, prototypes, and functional prints
Consistent diameter tolerance for reliable extrusion
Specs
Diameter:1.75 mm
Net Weight: 1000 g
Material Type: PLA (Polylactic Acid) Filament
Spool Type: Paper spool (eco-friendly)
Compatibility: 1.75 mm extruder 3D printers
Recommended Print Temp: ~190 - 220 C (printer dependent)
Bed Temp:~50 - 60 C (optional, printer dependent)
What's in the box
1 x Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer
1 x Magnetic PEI Spring Steel Build Plate
1 x Hardened Nozzle (Installed)
1 x Tool Kit
1 x Filament Holder
1 x USB Drive
1 x Power Cable
1 x User Manual
1 x Elegoo PLA 1000g Paper Spool (Black)
1 x Elegoo PLA 1000g Paper Spool (White)
1 x Elegoo PLA 1000g Paper Spool (Red)
1 x Elegoo PLA 1000g Paper Spool (Yellow)
