What are the advantages of diesel ball mill and how much production capacity can it reach?

As an innovative alternative to traditional electric-powered equipment, the diesel ball mill offers significant advantages in three key areas. Its core power system utilizes a high-pressure common-rail diesel engine with an output power range of 75-500 kW. An intelligent speed regulator (adjustable from 15-30 rpm) enables precise control of the grinding process. This power configuration enables stable operation in challenging environments, such as mines and field sites without grid access, making it particularly suitable for remote mining areas with limited power infrastructure. In terms of energy efficiency, the diesel direct-drive system eliminates the energy loss associated with traditional ball mills equipped with reduction gear, increasing power transmission efficiency to 92%, reducing energy consumption by approximately 15% compared to electric ball mills.

In terms of production capacity, diesel ball mills demonstrate exceptional adaptability. Small and medium-sized units (such as those with a 2100×3600 mm specification) can achieve a wet processing capacity of 8-15 tons/hour, while large units can achieve a dry processing capacity exceeding 30 tons/hour. Its modular design allows for flexible adjustment of the steel ball ratio (loading capacity 25%-40%) and rotational speed parameters based on material characteristics, enabling processing of a wide range of materials, from metallic ores like iron ore and copper ore to non-metallic materials like cement raw materials. In actual operation at a copper mine in Tibet, the diesel-powered equipment maintained a stable production capacity of 12 tons/hour at an altitude of 4,500 meters, demonstrating its high-altitude adaptability.

Another outstanding advantage of this equipment is its ease of maintenance. The diesel-powered system eliminates the need for complex electrical control systems, reducing points of failure by 60%. Basic maintenance requires only regular oil and filter changes. Testing has shown that under equivalent operating conditions, the diesel ball mill can achieve a maintenance interval of up to 500 hours, 40% longer than electric equipment. These features make it an ideal choice for areas with limited power and mobile mineral processing operations. It is currently widely used in emerging mining markets such as Africa and South America.