Zirconium titanium sand gravity separation method

Zirconium titanium sand is an important metal mineral resource widely used in fields such as aerospace, electronics, and chemical engineering. In the production process, the quality of zirconium titanium sand directly affects its subsequent application effect. Therefore, the re selection of zirconium titanium sand is a very important step. This article will introduce several common methods of zirconium titanium sand re selection to help improve the quality of zirconium titanium sand.

1、 Reselection method

1. Gravity beneficiation method

Gravity beneficiation method is a method of separating mineral particles by utilizing their different characteristics in the gravity field. In the process of zirconium titanium sand gravity separation, it can be sorted based on the density and size of mineral particles. Generally speaking, the density of zircon is 4.6-4.7g/cm ³， The density of Ilmenite is 4.2-4.3g/cm ³， Therefore, density difference can be used for sorting.

2. Magnetic separation method

The magnetic separation method is a method of separating mineral particles by utilizing their different characteristics in a magnetic field. In the process of zirconium titanium sand gravity separation, it can be sorted based on the magnetic properties of mineral particles. Generally speaking, Ilmenite has strong magnetism, while zircon has no magnetism, so magnetic difference can be used for separation.

3. Flotation method

Flotation method is a method of separating mineral particles by utilizing their different characteristics in water. In the process of zirconium titanium sand gravity separation, the mineral particles can be sorted based on their hydrophilicity and hydrophobicity. Generally speaking, Ilmenite has strong hydrophilicity, while zircon has strong hydrophobicity, so it can be separated by the difference between hydrophilicity and hydrophobicity.

2、 Operating Steps

1. Gravity beneficiation method

(1) Divide the zirconium titanium sand sample into particles of different sizes through a sieve.

(2) Place the particles into a gravity concentrator for sorting. Generally speaking, gravity concentrators need to be adjusted according to the actual situation to achieve the best sorting effect.

(3) Dry the sorted zirconium titanium sand for subsequent processing and use.

2. Magnetic separation method

(1) Divide the zirconium titanium sand sample into particles of different sizes through a sieve.

(2) Place the particles into a magnetic separator for sorting. Generally speaking, magnetic separators need to be adjusted according to the actual situation to achieve the best sorting effect.

(3) Dry the sorted zirconium titanium sand for subsequent processing and use.

3. Flotation method

(1) Divide the zirconium titanium sand sample into particles of different sizes through a sieve.

(2) Place the particles into a flotation machine for sorting. Generally speaking, the flotation machine needs to be adjusted according to the actual situation to achieve the best sorting effect.

(3) Dry the sorted zirconium titanium sand for subsequent processing and use.

3、 Summary

Through the introduction of this article, we can see that gravity beneficiation, magnetic separation, and flotation are common methods for zirconium titanium sand gravity separation. In practical applications, suitable reselection methods can be selected based on the specific situation of zirconium titanium sand. Meanwhile, during the operation process, adjustments need to be made according to the actual situation to achieve the best sorting effect. By using reasonable reselection methods, the quality of zirconium titanium sand can be improved, providing better guarantees for subsequent processing and use.