2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Gold Winner

ELEGOO Centauri Carbon 2 Combo FDM 3D Printer

Entrant

Shenzhen Elegoo Technology Co., Ltd.

Category

Product Design - New Category:

Client's Name

Country / Region

China

Centauri Carbon 2 Combo is an instantly-ready multicolor 3D printer designed for modern homes and creative spaces, making multicolor printing feel as intuitive as using a home appliance, without sacrificing material capability or print reliability.
At the core is the multicolor system CANVAS, supporting up to four filaments with instant color switching. Compared to purge-heavy workflows, it reduces transition time and material waste. RFID filament detection, automatic refill, and a special pre-loading function further simplify setup, turning what is typically a trial-and-error process into a more guided, predictable experience, even for beginners.
Material flexibility is a key strength. With a 350℃ hardened steel nozzle and a 110 °C heated bed, this machine supports everyday materials like PLA and ABS as well as PET and fiber-reinforced filaments, allowing users to move from simple home projects to more demanding applications on the same machine. A rear smart grille automatically adjusts chamber ventilation based on the filament in use, helping maintain the right balance of heat and cooling without manual intervention. An upgraded integrated model cooling fan improves airflow efficiency while keeping operating noise around 45 dB, quiet enough for shared living spaces.
Print preparation and reliability are designed to stay out of the user’s way. The upgraded auto bed leveling system improves calibration speed, while partial bed leveling targets only the area being printed, reducing setup time and unnecessary energy use. A system of 31 sensors monitors for common issues such as clogging, filament runout, and overheating, pausing the print automatically when needed. A built-in camera supports remote monitoring and time-lapse capture, and power-loss recovery ensures long prints can resume without restarting.
With an integrated sheet-metal die-cast frame, it provides the rigidity needed for consistent print quality over time. A 5-inch display, positioned on the lower right, offers clear, intuitive control, allowing users to operate the printer comfortably from a seated position, much like interacting with a familiar smart device.
Centauri Carbon 2 Combo is designed for home users, educators, and creators seeking a reliable, low-friction way to explore multicolor 3D printing across everyday projects, prototyping, and creative production.

Credits

CEO
Chris Hong
COO
Gary He
Structural Engineer
Yongliang Mei, Qichuan Xu, Huiqiang Cheng, Zhonghua Li
Industrial Designer
Yu Tang
UI Designer
Yiming Li
Hardware Engineer
Nenghao Chen
Software Engineer
Yongliang Tan
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