What is the ultra-fast 3D printer that turns ideas into real objects?

In the country, Gino Tubaro He was one of the main promoters of 3D printing on a mass level. Since 2014, through his Atomic Lab project, this young engineer has demonstrated how this technology can simplify and improve the lives of many people: he delivered thousands of prosthetic hands and arms created with 3D printers. Their initiative showed that this technology was not only useful for manufacturing experimental objects, but could change lives.

A decade later, those machines that looked like laboratory ones and were reserved for specialists evolved to the point that anyone can have a 3D printer in his house. They are more accessible, simpler to use and allow you to manufacture everything from decorative objects to functional pieces.

With a robust design, automatic calibration and a top speed of 500 mm/s, the model Elegoo Centauri Carbon aims to become a generational leap within the category. In everyday use, this difference is noticeable: it is one of the few domestic 3D printers in which the reduction of printing times without suffering vibrations or unexpected precision failures.

The installation It’s surprisingly simple, whether you have experience on the subject or not. The printer arrives practically assembled in the box; All you have to do is remove the internal protections, check the tension of the straps and connect the small 4.3-inch screen from which all tasks are carried out.

As for accessories, the Centauri Carbon brings everything: a special liquid to lubricate the printer elements; a glue for the printing base; two screwdrivers and three Alen keys that will be used, first, to remove the screws from the base where the impression is made.

Additionally, a pendrive with the software For projects that are going to be printed, about almost 200 grams of test filament, a small blade to remove the material and a needle to unclog melted filament from the nozzle, which can cause a lot of problems if not removed in time.

According to the manufacturer’s recommendation, it is important to keep the printer in a firm, well-leveled surface before connecting the equipment to the electrical network. Also avoid dust in the work area and do not manipulate the nozzle when it is hot, something that seems basic but is still one of the main causes of accidents when operating this class of printers.

Likewise, it is recommended update firmware from the internal menu as soon as it is turned on for the first time, a practice that ensures compatibility with new filament profiles and stability improvements

Elegoo is committed to the CoreXY architecture, historically reserved for high-end equipment due to its precision in fast movements. The result is perceived as soon as the machine starts to move: movements are firm, silent and stable.

The 398 × 404 × 490 mm structure made up of cast aluminum Pressure reinforces that feeling of solidity that, in other cheaper printers, is usually the weak point.

The printing volume —256 × 256 × 256 mm— appears as a strategic point: it allows Manufacture large parts in one gosomething that effectively opens up possibilities for both hobbyists and those looking to sell personalized objects.

Another key point is its versatility. The Centauri Carbon comes equipped with a hardened steel nozzle capable of working up to 320°C. Elegoo clarifies which materials benefit from this temperature (nylon, carbon fiber, polycarbonate) and which require specific adjustments, such as the ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene), which are used for functional parts and even LEGO toys.

At the same time, it maintains compatibility with everyday materials such as PLA, PETG and TPU. The list of components is much broader and includes ASA, PET, PC and PA. Each of these is used to print all types of accessories, covers, gaskets, pots, footwear, industrial pieces, ornaments and much more.

A detail that is not overlooked and is one of the aspects that most simplify its use is the automatic leveling complete. For many enthusiasts, making adjustments by hand is the most frustrating instance; here, directly stop being a problem. Before each print, the Centauri Carbon analyzes the surface and corrects it as necessary.

The filament loading process is simple: the spool is placed on its holder, the material is guided through the detector and pushed to the hotend.

Before starting, the nozzle must be preheated to 220°C, something that is easily managed from the touch menu. That combination—automation where it matters, manual controls where necessary—creates a gentle learning curve, even for beginners.

The Centauri Carbon adds a success designed for those who take their first steps: includes seven preloaded modelsincluding an Eiffel tower, a Buddha, gears and other basic designs. The most useful one to check that the machine is correctly calibrated—and that it does not waste filament—is the classic Benchythe small boat that serves as a standard test in 3D printing.

You can also print various designs or download complex projects from different free websites or repositories: two of the most popular are Printables, Makerworld o Thingiverse. To do this, you have to download them to a pendrive, connect the memory through the USB-C port, select the file from the printer screen and that’s it.

The printer also adds practical functions such as filament detection, power failure recovery, Wi-Fi and USB connectivity, a double-sided flexible plate that improves the adhesion of the first layers.

And as a complement, it incorporates a integrated camera which allows you to monitor the print in real time from your cell phone or computer, as well as record a timelapse. These are extras that may seem dispensable at first, but become truly valuable with use: on long prints or during night sessions, they end up becoming practically indispensable.

For this reason, the Elegoo Centauri Carbon is positioned as one of the more balanced options of the segment close to a million pesos, depending from the retailer, which can currently be obtained in Argentina.

To all this, the printer comes with a one year warrantya detail that provides peace of mind considering that it is a mid-high range printer.

After testing it, it is clear that we are looking at a 3D printer. designed to solve: It achieves its purpose from the first use, automates what is usually problematic and allows you to experiment with different materials, textures and obtain all kinds of results.

It is fast, robust, versatile and automatic enough for those who have ever thought about buying their first 3D printer or need to upgrade the one they already have. It can be a good tool for both hobbyists and creators, entrepreneurs or those who need transform ideas into real objects without complicating the process.