Non-lead subs

[RunningBear]

Is there any reason why they don't use babbitt as shot?Its harder than lead i've cast it really easy.With all this getting away from toxic lead this would be a simple subsitute. :hatsoff:RunningBear.

 

[sundog]

As I recall from my machine shop days 30 years ago, Babbit metal is an alloy that containsd quite a bit of lead.

 

[F.G. Ford]

"Babbit" is a lead alloy 61% lead, and 39% tin,
it should cast somewhat easier than lead ( because of the quantity of tin) "BUT" the price of tin will drive up the price of babbit, so much that it will be quite pricey.
Best Regards
Old Ford

 

[RunningBear]

There are several types of babbitt,and one that I looked up that said they didn't have any lead in it thats why I asked.RunningBear.