Compare Elegoo Centauri Carbon vs FLSUN S1
In this technical comparison between the Elegoo Centauri Carbon and the FLSUN S1, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two 3D Printers models often comes down to your budget, with prices around ~$299.00 - $349.00 USD and ~$1,299.00 - $1,499.00.
| Specifications |
Elegoo Centauri Carbon |
FLSUN S1 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | February 2025 | November 2023 |
| Print Performance | ||
| Build Volume | 256× 256× 256 mm | 320mm ×430 mm (Cylindrical build area) |
| Speed & Accel | Max Speed: 500 mm/s; Max Acceleration: 20,000 mm/s2 | Max Speed: 1200 mm/s; Max Acceleration: 40,000 mm/s 2 |
| Layer Precision | 0.1 - 0.4 mm (Accuracy: ± 0.1 mm) | 0.1 - 0.35 mm (High-speed optimized) |
| Extruder & Hotend | ||
| Extruder System | Hardened Steel Dual-Gear Direct Extruder (5.2:1 Reduction Ratio) | Ultra-light Dual-Gear Direct Drive (High-flow design) |
| Hotend Max Temp | 320 °C (60W Ceramic Heater with all-metal heatbreak) | 350 °C (80W Ceramic Heater) |
| Nozzle Specs | 0.4 mm "Unicorn" style (Brass with Hardened Steel tip, >60HRC) | 0.4 mm Hardened Steel (Supports high-flow & abrasive materials) |
| Build Plate & Leveling | ||
| Bed Temp & Surface | 110 °C; Double-sided Magnetic Plate (Side A: Textured PEI / Side B: PLA-Specific "Cold" Surface) | 120 °C; Textured PEI Spring Steel with Smart Zone Heating |
| Leveling System | Fully Automatic 121-point Calibration with 4 Pressure Sensors (No manual knobs) | Fully Automatic with Microtac Radar (Lidar) & Active Vibration Compensation |
| Materials & Sensors | ||
| Filament Support | 1.75 mm; PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, PA, PC, and Carbon/Glass Fiber reinforced filaments | 1.75 mm; PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, PA, PC, PLA-CF/GF |
| Smart Sensors | Filament Runout, Power Loss Recovery, and Clog/Tangle Detection | Filament Runout, Clog Detection, and Filament Weight Monitoring |
| Air Management | Fully Enclosed; Internal Temperature Regulator Fan + Nano-Mineral Crystal Filter (Odour/VOC filtration) | Internal Filament Drying Room (Integrated) + HEPA/Carbon Filtration |
| Connectivity & Monitoring | ||
| Interfaces | Wi-Fi (2.4G/5G), USB Drive (8GB Internal EMMC storage) | Wi-Fi, USB Drive (16GB Internal EMMC + 32GB Flash) |
| Camera & AI | Built-in 720p HD Camera (Real-time monitoring, AI failure detection, and Timelapses) | Built-in 1080p AI Camera (Spaghetti/Debris detection & Timelapse) |
| Remote Mgmt | Elegoo OS (Klipper-based), Wi-Fi Remote Printing, OTA Firmware updates | FLSUN OS (Web UI), Mobile App, PC Remote Control |
| UI & Software | ||
| Control Panel | 4.3-inch Full-Color Capacitive Touchscreen | 7-inch "Full-Integration" Color Touchscreen |
| Compatible Slicers | Elegoo Slicer (Recommended), OrcaSlicer, Cura | FLSUN Slicer, Cura, OrcaSlicer, PrusaSlicer |
| Physical & Power | ||
| Dimensions & Weight | 398× 404× 490 mm; Net Weight: 17.5 kg | 550× 595× 1030 mm; Net Weight: 39 kg |
| Power & Noise | 1100W Max (at 220V for rapid AC bed heating); Silent Drive Steppers (<50 dB) | 1300W Max (at 220V); Operating Noise: ≤ 55dB |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Printer, Tool Kit, Spare Nozzle, Silicone Cleaning Brush, Waste Purge Bin, 200g Sample Filament, USB Drive | Toolkit (Wrenches, Cutters, Grease), Spare Nozzle, 200g Test Filament, SD Card/Reader, Spool Rack |
| Price | ~$299.00 - $349.00 USD | ~$1,299.00 - $1,499.00 |
| Full Details | Centauri Carbon - Full Specifications | S1 - Full Specifications |