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Babbitt is an alloy consisting primarily of tin, with copper and antimony added to enhance its properties. This alloy is renowned for its excellent antifriction characteristics, making it ideal for use as a facing material in bearings. Babbitt metal provides a smooth and durable surface that reduces friction and wear, thereby improving the performance and longevity of bearings in machinery.
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