Pycentauri FAQs

Question 1

What is Pycentauri?

Accepted Answer

Pycentauri is a versatile local-network toolkit for the Elegoo Centauri Carbon 3D printer. It provides direct control, monitoring, and integration capabilities without relying on cloud accounts, using the printer's native SDCP v3 protocol.

Question 2

Does Pycentauri require an Elegoo cloud account?

Accepted Answer

No, Pycentauri is designed for complete local operation. It communicates directly with your Elegoo Centauri Carbon printer over your local network, ensuring privacy and eliminating the need for any cloud accounts.

Question 3

How can I interact with my 3D printer using Pycentauri?

Accepted Answer

Pycentauri offers multiple interfaces: an async Python library for direct integration, a `centauri` CLI for command-line control, an HTTP + SSE server with a web dashboard and REST API, and an MCP server for AI agent integration.

Question 4

Can Pycentauri stream my printer's webcam feed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Pycentauri includes an RTSP bridge that re-streams the Elegoo Centauri's MJPEG webcam feed as H.264/RTSP. This allows you to integrate the feed into NVRs, Home Assistant, VLC, Frigate, and other smart home systems.

Question 5

Which Elegoo Centauri models are supported by Pycentauri?

Accepted Answer

Pycentauri currently supports the original Elegoo Centauri Carbon printer (tested on firmware V1.1.46). The newer Centauri Carbon 2 model, which uses MQTT, is not supported.

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