mineral separator

Wet Magnetic Separator

The Wet Magnetic Separator is designed for the wet processing of strong magnetic minerals, widely used in the separation and recovery of magnetite, pyrrhotite, roasted ore, and iron-bearing tailings.

Operating in slurry conditions, the unit utilizes a stable magnetic field to achieve efficient separation between magnetic and non-magnetic materials. It is suitable for roughing, cleaning, and scavenging stages in mineral processing plants.

With optimized magnetic system design and extended separation zones, the machine maintains stable performance across varying particle sizes, slurry concentrations, and feed conditions.

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Key Benefits / Advantages

High-Performance Magnetic System with Deep Penetration →Equipped with high-performance permanent magnets, providing stable magnetic field strength and deep magnetic penetration, improving recovery of fine magnetic particles.

Large Wrap-Angle Magnetic Design →Optimized magnetic arc and smooth field transition extend the separation zone, increasing particle turnover on the drum surface and improving both recovery rate and concentrate grade.

Multiple Tank Structures for Different Duties →Available in concurrent, counter-current, and semi-counter-current tank designs, allowing adaptation to roughing, cleaning, and scavenging processes.

Strong Adaptability to Feed Variations →Capable of handling fluctuations in feed rate, particle size, and slurry concentration while maintaining consistent separation performance.

Durable Drum and Wear-Resistant Design →Non-magnetic drum structure with optional wear-resistant protection ensures long service life under abrasive wet conditions.

Flexible Configuration for Process Integration →Can be used as a standalone unit or integrated into multi-stage circuits with grinding, classification, and regrinding systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ for Wet Magnetic Separator

Can a wet magnetic separator be used for tailings recovery?

Yes, a wet magnetic separator is widely used for iron recovery from tailings and for upgrading low-grade ores. In many plants, it is applied to recover valuable magnetic minerals that would otherwise be lost, helping improve overall resource utilization and reduce waste.

How do I choose between different tank types?

The selection of tank type depends on the material properties and the purpose of the separation stage. Concurrent tanks are commonly used for standard separation duties, counter-current tanks are more suitable when a higher concentrate grade is required, and semi-counter-current tanks are often selected when both recovery and concentrate quality need to be balanced.

How do I select the right model of wet magnetic separators?

The right model should be selected based on the magnetic properties of the material, feed particle size, slurry concentration, required processing capacity, and the machine’s position in the process flow, such as roughing, cleaning, or scavenging. A proper selection should always be based on actual working conditions rather than capacity alone.

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Technical Data of Wet Magnetic Separator

Item	CTBY1018	CTBY1024	CTBY1030	CTBY1218	CTBY1224	CTBY1230
Cylinder Diameter (mm)	1000	1000	1000	1200	1200	1200
Cylinder Length (mm)	1800	2400	3000	1800	2400	3000
Magnetic Field Intensity (mT)	350–550	350–550	350–550	350–550	350–550	350–550
Drum Speed (rpm)	23	23	23	20	20	20
Capacity (t/h)	42–65	53–86	82–124	58–97	71–120	103–158
Max. Feed Size (mm)	0–10	0–10	0–10	0–10	0–10	0–10
Slurry Density (%)	20–50	20–50	20–50	20–50	20–50	20–50
Motor Power (kW)	5.5	7.5	7.5	7.5	11	11

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice due to ongoing product improvement.