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"Porsche Classic will begin 3D-printing reproduction parts for some of the brand’s older models to make it easier for restorers to find hard-to-track-down pieces.
The company’s heritage arm will offer nine new 3D-printed parts for sale – including for models like the 959 supercar from the 1980s – but is looking at doing up another 20 more on top of that number. In total, enthusiasts can buy some 52,000 parts from Porsche Classic for a variety of models.
Porsche’s specific printing method involves using a laser to melt steel powder into the shape of the component — in the case of the 959, it’s a release lever for the clutch. The new 3D-printed part will meet the same tolerances and specifications as an original example, and will be pressure-tested for quality.
Parts in short supply or perhaps completely extinct will make up the majority of the parts Porsche Classic hopes to replicate; the reproduction is pulled off using the original tooling for the part, unless it’s no longer available and a new one has to be created.
Other companies have also begun to use 3D-printing to replicate parts, including Mercedes-Benz Trucks; and Bugatti, which plans to 3D-print the replacement brake calipers for its new Chiron."
"Porsche Classic will begin 3D-printing reproduction parts for some of the brand’s older models to make it easier for restorers to find hard-to-track-down pieces.
The company’s heritage arm will offer nine new 3D-printed parts for sale – including for models like the 959 supercar from the 1980s – but is looking at doing up another 20 more on top of that number. In total, enthusiasts can buy some 52,000 parts from Porsche Classic for a variety of models.
Porsche’s specific printing method involves using a laser to melt steel powder into the shape of the component — in the case of the 959, it’s a release lever for the clutch. The new 3D-printed part will meet the same tolerances and specifications as an original example, and will be pressure-tested for quality.
Parts in short supply or perhaps completely extinct will make up the majority of the parts Porsche Classic hopes to replicate; the reproduction is pulled off using the original tooling for the part, unless it’s no longer available and a new one has to be created.
Other companies have also begun to use 3D-printing to replicate parts, including Mercedes-Benz Trucks; and Bugatti, which plans to 3D-print the replacement brake calipers for its new Chiron."
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