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Maximum operating temperature for Babbitt is 300Âº F. In motors 180Âº F to 190Âº F is considered running hot. Some turbine applications run as high as 225Â° F. Many technicians however, will set the alarm at 185Âº F and trip at 205Âº F. Melting temperature for common Babbitt varies from 350Âº F to 475Âº F.
Bearings in an engine are used to support moving mechanical parts and protect those parts from frictional degradation. The heavier and more powerful the engine, the stronger the bearings must be to provide this support and protection. In 1839, a special material called Babbitt metal was developed.pen the bearing case and melt off the old bearing, making sure you melt the retaining grooves and holes, as well. Collect the melted Babbitt in a cast iron lead melting pot, available at welding supply outlets. Scrape remaining Babbitt from the bearing case, grooves and holes and add them to the pot.