Product Overview
The Experimental Flotation Column is designed for mineral floatability testing and mineral processing research. Its aeration system generates fine and uniform bubbles, providing increased opportunities for bubble-particle collision and making the equipment suitable for fine-particle flotation tests.
The equipment can also be combined with other continuous mineral processing test equipment for 24-hour continuous scale-up testing.
Key Features
Fine and Uniform Bubbles
Fine bubbles provide a large surface area and more opportunities for counter-current contact with mineral particles, supporting fine-particle collection during flotation testing.
Froth Washing System
The froth washing system helps reduce entrained impurities in the froth and supports concentrate upgrading.
Adjustable Air Injection
The air injection system can be adjusted to control bubble size according to different flotation test requirements.
Special-Material Sparger
The sparger is made from special material to provide uniform bubble generation and extended service life.
Working Principle
During operation, fine bubbles generated by the aeration system rise through the flotation column and contact mineral particles under counter-current conditions. Suitable mineral particles attach to the bubbles and rise toward the froth zone for separation, while the froth washing system helps reduce entrained impurities.
Continuous Flotation Testing
The experimental flotation column can be used together with other continuous mineral processing test equipment for 24-hour continuous scale-up tests, providing a solution for evaluating mineral floatability and flotation process conditions beyond basic laboratory testing.
Technical Parameters
| Model |
Effective Volume (L) |
Capacity (kg/h) |
Feed Concentration (%) |
Feed Particle Size |
Power (W) |
| SYF-50 |
3.9 |
2.5–8 |
10–30 |
-200 Mesh ≥60% |
300 |
| SYF-80 |
9.5 |
6–20 |
10–30 |
-200 Mesh ≥60% |
300 |
| SYF-100 |
15.0 |
10–35 |
10–30 |
-200 Mesh ≥60% |
300 |
| SYF-150 |
30.0 |
20–65 |
10–30 |
-200 Mesh ≥60% |
300 |
| SYF-200 |
62.8 |
40–140 |
10–30 |
-200 Mesh ≥60% |
300 |
Applications
Suitable for mineral floatability tests, fine-particle flotation tests, mineral beneficiation research and continuous scale-up flotation testing.
Equipment Selection
For equipment selection, customers can provide their mineral type, test capacity, feed concentration, particle size and flotation test requirements.
FAQ
1. What is an experimental flotation column used for?
It is used for mineral floatability testing and mineral processing flotation studies.
2. Is it suitable for fine-particle flotation tests?
Yes. Fine and uniform bubbles provide increased opportunities for bubble-particle contact.
3. Can the bubble size be adjusted?
Yes. The adjustable air injection system is designed to control bubble size.
4. Can it be used for continuous testing?
Yes. It can be combined with other continuous mineral processing equipment for 24-hour continuous scale-up tests.
Company Introduction
Y&X Beijing Technology Co., Ltd. provides mineral processing equipment and technical solutions for mining and beneficiation applications. Our product range covers flotation equipment, flotation machine spare and wear parts, dosing systems and related mineral processing equipment. Equipment selection and configuration can be provided according to mineral characteristics, processing capacity and process requirements.
