News of Novosibitsk Tin Plant

Babbitt B83: How to Distinguish the Genuine Product from a Counterfeit

15 Oct 2026

Babbitt B83 is an expensive alloy, which is the primary reason why counterfeits appear on the market. Unscrupulous suppliers may replace some of the tin with lead or antimony to cut raw material costs, then sell the resulting alloy as the genuine product. For the buyer, this leads to damaged bearings, premature wear, and unscheduled repairs. Let’s look at how to identify a counterfeit before you decide to purchase Babbitt B83.

POS-61 Solder: Characteristics, Properties, and Applications

15 Oct 2026

Among all tin-lead solders, POS-61 is the most in-demand—and for good reason. It melts at a low temperature, creates a strong and neat joint, is well-suited for delicate work, and is reasonably priced. Let’s take a closer look at what this alloy is, how it differs from other grades, and where it is used in practice.

Babbitt B83: Why Is This Alloy Considered the Gold Standard for Plain Bearings?

18 Aug 2026

In heavy machinery manufacturing, shipbuilding, and the energy sector, there are materials that have remained unrivaled for decades. One of them is B83 Babbitt—a tin-based anti-friction alloy rightfully considered the gold standard for lining plain bearings. What makes this material unique? Why do engineers continue to choose it for the most critical components? Let’s take a closer look.

What are solders and where are they used?

17 Jul 2026

The Novosibirsk Tin Plant is one of the leading enterprises in Russia for the production and sale of tin and lead‑tin alloys. Among the company’s key activities, solder manufacturing holds a special place. These materials are widely used in many industries — from electronics to the automotive sector — thanks to their unique combination of properties, including good electrical conductivity, high joint strength, and a low melting point.

What alloys are called babbits?

10 Apr 2025

Novosibirsk Tin Plant is one of the leading enterprises in the production and sale of tin and lead-tin alloys in the region. Among the key activities of the enterprise, the production of babbits occupies a special place.

Tin prices are expected to increase in 2025

16 Jan 2025

BMI experts predict a further increase in tin prices in 2025 after a short–term decline in December, according to the Finam Financial Group.

Rusolovo is developing a new section of the Festivalnoye field

27 Dec 2024

Rusolovo continues to develop the Festivalnoye deposit in the Khabarovsk Territory with tin-copper ore deposits.

NOk awarded for successful business development in the Siberian region

3 Oct 2022

The Novosibirsk Tin Plant has become a laureate of a prestigious award and received the official status of “Reliable Partner”.

Important information

26 Apr 2022

Due to the unstable situation in the world, the prices indicated on the website may not be relevant.

NOK does not use conflict minerals in production

30 Aug 2020

NOK is a leading Russian producer of tin, babbits and solders. We strictly adhere to the principles established by law in the selection of suppliers and materials, we pay maximum attention to the planning of supply chains.

NOK was recognized as one of the most successful enterprises in Siberia

29 Aug 2020

NOK received the Gold award of the XXIV competition "For the successful development of business in Siberia-2019".

OK was awarded a silver award for successful business development in Siberia-2018

5 Sep 2019

NOK became a laureate of the annual competition in the industry "Non-ferrous metallurgy of the Novosibirsk region". The award recognizes the success and leadership of enterprises in a market economy, social and economic revitalization.