Can the Elegoo Centauri Carbon take on the Bambu Lab X1 Carbon? A 3D printer that delivers

The Elegoo Centauri Carbon can print a wide range of filament types, including PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, and carbon-fibre-infused materials.

Elegoo Centauri Carbon 3D printer now available to pre-order with deliveries expected in July. Picture: Elegoo.

Ever since I first heard about 3D printing, I’ve been fascinated by the idea of bringing a concept to life in physical form. However, for the longest time, I wasn’t sure if I’d ever fully utilise a 3D printer. I wondered what I’d actually print and whether it would be worth the investment.

That all changed when I got my first 3D printer in January last year. Since then, I’ve racked up over 2,000 hours of printing—mostly creating practical, useful objects, along with intriguing 3D models. The sheer versatility and creativity of 3D printing quickly turned it into an obsession. There are countless online platforms where talented designers share incredible 3D models for free, allowing anyone to print everything from tools and household items to intricate sculptures and collectibles.