Lithium Spodumene Powder Deep Processing Grinding Mill Equipment Selection Guide

Lithium Spodumene Powder Deep Processing Grinding Mill Equipment Selection Guide

With the rapid development of lithium battery industry, high-purity lithium spodumene powder has become a critical raw material. Selecting appropriate grinding equipment is essential for achieving desired particle size distribution, production efficiency, and energy conservation. This guide provides professional recommendations for lithium spodumene deep processing equipment selection.

Material Characteristics Analysis
1.1 Lithium Spodumene Properties
Parameter Value
Mohs Hardness 6.5-7
True Density 3.1-3.2 g/cm³
Target Fineness D97 ≤ 5μm
Moisture Content ≤1%
1.2 Processing Challenges
  • High hardness requires wear-resistant grinding components
  • Strict iron contamination control needed
  • Thermal sensitivity demands low-temperature grinding
Equipment Selection Criteria
2.1 Key Evaluation Factors
Factor Weight Requirement
Fineness Control 30% D97≤5μm adjustable
Energy Efficiency 25% ≤50 kWh/t
Contamination Control 20% Fe content ≤100ppm
Capacity 15% ≥5 ton/h
Maintenance Cost 10% Wear parts life ≥6 months
2.2 Recommended Solutions

For lithium spodumene ultra-fine processing, we strongly recommend our SCM Ultrafine Mill series, specifically designed for hard mineral applications:

Model Capacity (t/h) Power (kW) Fineness (mesh)
SCM800 0.5-4.5 75 325-2500
SCM1000 1.0-8.5 132 325-2500
SCM1680 5.0-25 315 325-2500
Technical Advantages
3.1 SCM Ultrafine Mill Highlights
  • Precision Classification: Vertical turbine classifier ensures sharp particle size cut
  • Contamination-Free: Ceramic-lined grinding chamber reduces iron content
  • Energy Saving: 30% lower power consumption vs jet mills
  • Temperature ControlIntegrated cooling system maintains ≤45°C
    Case Study
    4.1 Successful Application

    A lithium concentrate producer in Australia achieved remarkable results with our SCM1000 system:

    Parameter Before After Improvement
    Production Rate 3.2 t/h 6.8 t/h +112%
    Energy Consumption 68 kWh/t 42 kWh/t -38%
    D97 Consistency ±1.2μm ±0.5μm +58%
    Maintenance Cycle 2 months 8 months 4× longer
    Alternative Solutions
    5.1 For Coarser Requirements

    When processing lithium spodumene to 325-600 mesh (45-20μm), our MTW Series Trapezium Mill provides cost-effective solution:

    Model Capacity (t/h) Power (kW) Footprint (m²)
    MTW138Z 6-17 90 45
    MTW215G 15-45 280 68
    5.2 Key Features
    • Curved air duct reduces energy loss by 15%
    • Integrated pulse dust collector meets EPA standards
    • Modular design enables quick part replacement

    For lithium spodumene ultra-fine powder production, SCM Ultrafine Mill demonstrates superior performance in precision, efficiency and contamination control. The MTW Series serves as excellent alternative for coarser applications. Proper equipment selection combined with optimized process parameters ensures stable production of high-quality lithium compounds for battery industry.