Rod Mill

Rod Mill

Rod Mills: The Mechanics of Ore Processing

Overview of Rod Mills

  • Rod mills are large revolving cylinders, measuring 12 feet long and 6 feet in diameter, designed to break down ore into smaller pieces.
  • Each rod mill operates with a significant amount of weight, utilizing 35,000 pounds of steel rods against 28,000 pounds of manganese steel plates.
  • The rods and plates rotate at a speed of approximately 17 times per minute, creating intense conditions for both the ore and the machinery involved.
  • The process is rigorous; the steel rods endure substantial wear as they repeatedly hammer against the ore during operation.
Video description

A rod mill operation principle and inside motion. https://www.911metallurgist.com/blog/rod-mills