Example Sentences for contraction. This contraction is slower, and more durable and important in its results. With a contraction of heart he plunged himself into the conversation. Without it the world monetary system would have entered phases of contraction much more readily.
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.
Heat the lead until it melts. Turn on your heat source and adjust the heat to its highest setting, if applicable. Apply the heat as directly to the lead as possible. Lead melts at a temperature of 328 degrees Celsius (621 degrees Fahrenheit), so it will take time to melt a large amount of lead. Since most lead you use will not be pure, you will have impurities ('dross') float to the top.