Effect of MgO,Al2O3 and FeCr2O4 on microstructure and wear resistance of Babbitt metal (Sn-Sb-Cu)

Abstract

In this study, the Sn-Sb-Cu alloy known as Babbitt metal and used as the coating material for the screw die surface of the journal bearings of the hydroelectric plants was reinforced with magnesium oxide (MgO), aluminium oxide (Al2O3) and ferrochromium (FeCr2O4) in order to ensure more efficient use of this alloy, formation were examined. The Babbitt prevent contact of the surface of the coating alloy with each other by acting as a separating oil layer having a 150 bar pressure. It is desired that the coating surface both resists against the high pressure applied and some part of the coating surface is asked to prevent from separating the surface of screw die as a result of high speed rotational motion and thus, damaging the shaft. Then, it was aimed to determine the wear resistance of the material as coating and the effects of the added%10 MgO,%10 Al2O3 and%10 FeCr2O4 on wear of material. As a result of the assessments carried out, it was suggested that the wear resistance of the coating would increase when the compound of Al2O3 was added into Babbitt metal. Purpose of the article used as coating material of babbitt metal, being investigated how to exert strong posture affected, under high pressure.