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Bentley Motors has debuted its first 3d printed platinum components in the Batur Convertible #4, advancing beyond its previous 18k gold applications.
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Bentley Motors has debuted its first 3d printed platinum components in the Batur Convertible #4, advancing beyond its previous 18k gold applications.

Originally reported by 3D Printing Industry

Bentley Motors has debuted its first 3d printed platinum components in the Batur Convertible #4, advancing beyond its previous 18k gold applications. By mastering additive manufacturing for platinum—a metal with an extreme melting point near 1768 degrees Celsius—Bentley achieves high-precision geometries for cabin controls nearly impossible through traditional casting. This shift signals a systemic evolution where AM acts as the primary enabler for hyper-personalization in the 740 bhp coachbuilt segment. Exotic metal AM is transitioning from a novelty into a core technical differentiator for bespoke interior craftsmanship. #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #Bentley #LuxuryTech #Automotive

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