Kingsbury Rebabbitting Services

The babbitt on hydrodynamic bearings is a layer of sacrificial material covering the working face of the bearing. It is designed to be soft enough that contaminants can embed in it, thereby protecting the shaft or thrust runner. The babbitt material is typically composed of an alloy of tin, though a variety of metals and even some high temperature plastics can be used.

If any of the babbitt surfaces of a bearing display wear, burning, blistering, pitting, lubricant degradation, or any other unexpected appearance, bring it to the attention of Kingsbury bearing experts, as these signs and symptoms are useful in determining more than just when and whether the babbitt is in need of repair or replacement.  The Kingsbury experts can advise operators on whether an issue is user serviceable or requires professional service, and whether the symptoms point to larger underlying problems with the overall mechanical system.

For more Babbitt diagnostics see Section II of The General Guide to the Principles, Operation and Troubleshooting of Hydrodynamic Bearings.  It contains illustrations and information for identifying and troubleshooting the many issues hydrodynamic bearings are subjected to, and how to address them.

Kingsbury is the industry leader in rebabbitting of turbine bearings, babbitt bearing repair, and rebabbitting services. Please reach out to our outstanding service department.

Contact a Kingsbury Engineer.

Phone: +1-215-956-0565
Email Repair@Kingsbury.com (Repairs & Field Service).