Babbitt metals are either lead or tin based, and the metal makes excellent bearings that are easy to pour as a DIY project. However, before you pour your bearings, you must select the correct babbitt metal in order to ensure your engine or piece of machinery operates correctly and efficiently. If you know the composition…
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This is a Tin Base Babbitt for heavy load applications.
Forms: - 5-6 Ingot
- 1/4" Dia. Solid Wire
- 1/8" Dia Wire
Belmont Product Code 7852 Nominal Composition: - 84% Sn
- 8% Sb
- 8% Cu
Technical Info: - ASTM B-23 Grade # : 3
- Melting Point-Solidus: 240 C, 464 F
- Melting Point - Liquidus: 422 C, 792 F
- Pouring Temperature: 490 C, 915 F
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