Magnetic Separation Equipment
Magnetic separation equipment is an important part of industrial process systems. It serves a variety of functions, such as removing impurities, contaminants, and other unwanted material from raw material streams, separating the valuable material from the waste stream, and even sorting various streams of material by size and shape. Magnetic separation is typically used in the industrial process world in applications such as removing tramp iron, mineral purification, and in the steel manufacturing process. This type of equipment is an essential component of any successful process.
It is important to note that there are two distinct types of magnetic separation: dry and wet. The type of separation method used will depend on the application and desired results. In some cases, a combination of both dry and wet magnetic separation processes may be required.
Dry magnetic separation is often used in low-intensity magnetic separations, where large volume of material is processed. An example of a dry magnetic separation is when ore is crudely crushed and placed into a pan and a rotating drum with a magnetic field is used to separate the magnetic components from the non-magnetic material. This method is commonly used to separate minerals, such as ilmenite, magnetite and chromite.
Wet magnetic separations, on the other hand, are typically used in a much more intense magnetic field. This type of separation is used to separate particles that have gone through a grinding process, and have become much smaller in size. Common applications of wet magnetic separations include the concentration of ores, removal of contaminating particles, and agglomeration of very fine particles.
In addition to wet and dry magnetic separation methods, there are several other forms of magnetic equipment that can be used in industrial processes. For example, eddy current separators are specialized machines used to separate non-magnetic particles from a stream of material. These machines use a rotating magnetic field to produce a repulsive force which pushes non-magnetic particles away from the magnetic field. Another type of magnetic separation is targeted particle separation, where particles of specific shape, size, or weight can be separated from a material stream.
When choosing a magnetic separation equipment, it is important to do extensive research to determine the best option for a particular application. Factors such as the material type and particle size, the magnetic strength of the material, the desired end result, and other system requirements should be taken into consideration before selecting a magnetic separation device. In some cases, an outside expert may be required to help determine the type and strength of the equipment needed. By taking the time to find the right equipment, process systems can be efficient and profitable.
