A spiral classifier is a key piece of equipment in mineral processing, primarily used for classifying mineral particles by size through the interaction of gravity, water flow, and mechanical agitation. It works by separating particles into coarse and fine fractions based on their settling rates in a water medium, making it an essential tool in grinding circuits, ore beneficiation, and material processing. Its design and functionality enable efficient classification, which is critical for optimizing downstream processes such as flotation, filtration, and smelting.

 

How a Spiral Classifier Works

1. Slurry Feed: A mixture of water and ground ore enters the classifier.

2. Settling & Separation: Coarse particles sink, while fine particles remain suspended.

3. Spiral Lifting Mechanism: A rotating spiral lifts settled coarse material upward for discharge.

4. Overflow & Underflow Separation:

    ● Overflow (fines): Carries fine particles to the next processing stage.

    ● Underflow (coarse): Returns oversized material for further grinding.

5. Dewatering: The spiral helps drain excess water from classified material.

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Spiral Classifier Features

Spiral classifiers are widely used in the mining industry as a critical component of grinding circuits.
 ● In coal processing, spiral classifiers separate coarse coal particles from fine coal and mineral matter, preparing the coal for washing or combustion. They are also used in the construction materials industry to classify sand and gravel, ensuring consistent particle size distributions for concrete production.​
 ● In metallurgical processing, spiral classifiers play a role in purifying ores by removing fine gangue particles before smelting, reducing the amount of waste material that needs to be processed.

 ● Additionally, they are used in recycling operations to classify crushed materials, such as recycled concrete or asphalt, for reuse in construction.

specification

*The output will vary according to different materials, feed particle size and other factors

Model Spiral diameter(mm) Speed of Spiral(r/min) Power (kw) Slope (°) Power(KW)
Sand Return (t/h) Overflow (t/h)
FG500 500 8-12.5 6-11 32 12-18 1.1
FG750 750 6-10 11-24 65 12-18 3
FG1000 1000 5-8 25-45 110 12-18 5.5
FG1200 1200 4-6 50-80 155 12-18 7.5
FG1500 1500 4-6 70-115 235 12-18 7.5
FG1800 1800 2.5-6 100-190 310 12-18 11
FG2000 2000 3.6-5.5 160-230 400 12-18 15

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