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This Budget 3D Printer From Elegoo Just Got a Knocked Down to a Record Low Price

For a record low $300 you can have your own 3D printer, and it's from a great brand as well.

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Whether you're a 3D printing pro or just starting out, you can't deny its increasing popularity. You can use it for tons of things like tabletop gaming, replacing simple parts around the home, creating cool cosplay accessories and more. But these high-tech machines often come at a high price, unless you settle for a budget model.

Even with a budget model, you should get everything to get the job done. Plus it's even more tempting when it's price gets knocked down a bit. The Elegoo Centauri Carbon 3D Printer normally goes for a reasonable $380 but this 21% discount is dropping that even further down. Grab one today and you'll pay a record low $300, saving you 80 bucks. 

The Elegoo Centauri Carbon 3D is perfect for beginners. It comes fully assembled and pre-calibrated, so you can start printing right away with little setup. Its high-speed CoreXY design delivers fast yet precise prints. The aluminum frame keeps everything stable. It even has support for advanced materials like carbon fiber filaments and a 320°C brass-hardened steel nozzle and enclosed chamber with enhanced cooling. 

The Elegoo Centauri Carbon 3D Printer is really liked by CNET's 3D printer expert, James Bricknell. In his testing James found "When it comes to the overall quality of the prints, the Centauri Carbon performed admirably. The CNET test print that I use to test all of the printers that come through my workshop showed very little defects..." He recommends them for beginners just starting their 3D printing journey. 

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Why this deal matters

3D printers are by no means cheap. Even this budget model would normally run you almost $400. It's cheaper than other options but there's no denying $400 is a lot to shell out. This $80 discount brings the Elegoo Centauri Carbon 3D printer to a record low of $300, a great price for a great printer. This limited time deal won't last forever so grab one now if you want to start your 3D printing journey.Â