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Intermittent Ball Mill

Intermittent ball mill which adopts the intermittent operation, is used for fine grinding and mixing the material such as feldspar, quartz, clay ceramic raw materials. The discharging size can through through 1000 sieve pore. This machine is high milling machinery, materials should be Broken in the fineness of the state into the grinding mill to get the highest efficiency and economic benefits.

Feed Size ≤ 5 mm
Output size 100-400 mesh
Capacity 0.5-10 t/h
Liner Material Alumina ceramic brick (for ceramic ball mill config), rubber, or Mn steel
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Product Introduction

Intermittent Ball Mill — Industrial Batch Grinding for Gold, Clay, Silica, Kaolin & More, Starting at 0.5 t/h

Lab-scale jars won’t cut it. Continuous mills lock you into one product. But in gold mine pilot plants, bentonite processing, specialty clay and silica sand operations, or kaolin upgrading, you need real industrial throughput with the flexibility to change recipes. That’s where the intermittent ball mill (also called a batch ball mill) comes in.

Our intermittent ball mill bridges the gap between lab toys and massive production lines. It processes 0.5 tons per hour and up, runs wet or dry, and empties completely between batches — so this morning’s silica sand doesn’t contaminate this afternoon’s kaolin. When configured as a ceramic ball mill with high-alumina liners and media, it delivers absolutely iron-free grinding for high-purity minerals.

It’s the one grinding tool trusted in:

  • Gold ore gravity/cyanidation pilot circuits

  • Bentonite & clay product development and small-batch production

  • High-purity silica sand and kaolin processing

  • Industrial mineral campaigns where the product changes every few days

If you need real production capability with batch flexibility, you need a serious intermittent ball mill.

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Core Advantage

1

Real Industrial Throughput, Not Lab Scale

This is not a 50-liter tabletop unit. Our batch ball mill ranges from 0.5 tons per hour to several tons per batch, giving you genuine production output for pilot plants, niche products, or regional mineral processing. Scale up your proven recipe without changing your grinding principle.

2

Complete Batch Isolation — Zero Cross-Contamination

Every batch is ground in a sealed drum that discharges fully. Rinse the drum between materials and you’re ready for the next one. No shared pipes, no hidden retention zones. This is essential when producing high-purity silica sand, kaolin, or switching between gold ore and bentonite.

3

Configure It as a Ceramic Ball Mill for Iron-Free Output

For kaolin, silica sand, feldspar, and other white minerals, iron is the enemy. We line the intermittent ball mill with high-alumina ceramic bricks and charge it with alumina balls. This ceramic ball mill configuration guarantees zero iron pickup, protecting brightness and purity for premium markets.

4

Wet or Dry, One Drum Does It All

Wet grinding for gold ore slurry, bentonite preparation, or ceramic slips. Dry grinding for silica sand, clay powder, or kaolin filler. Switch modes with a simple lining and parameter change. The same batch ball mill adapts to your entire product portfolio.

5

Rugged, Simple, and Built to Last

The drum is heavy-gauge welded steel, stress-relieved. Bearings are oversized for continuous duty. The drive is a straightforward V-belt or gear system. It’s a batch ball mill designed to run 24 hours if needed, with maintenance your on-site team can handle.

Working Principle

Working Principle
1.Intermittent ball mill is a horizontal rotating device transmitted by the outer gear. 

2.The materials are transferred to the grinding chamber through the quill shaft uniformly.
There are ladder liner and ripple liner and different specifications of steel balls in the chamber. 

3.The centrifugal force caused by rotation of barrel brings the steel balls to a certain height and impact and grind the materials. The ground materials are discharged through the discharging board thus the grinding processes finished.
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Technical Parameter

Model
material loading
(Ton/time)
Drum rotation
speed (r/m)
Motor(KW)
800×600
0.075
42
3
900×1200
0.2
38.5
5.5
1300×1500
0.5
33
7.5
1500×1800
1.2
28.5
11
1800×2000
1.5
24
15
2600×2800
5
16.5
37
3000×3800
10
14.5
55
3200×4600
15
13.5
75
3400×6600
18
13
135

FAQ

Intermittent Ball Mill
Quick Answers
1 What’s the minimum capacity you offer?
Our batch ball mill starts at 0.5 tons per hour. We don’t offer lab-scale units — this is industrial equipment for real production.
2 Can I grind gold ore and kaolin in the same mill?
Yes. The drum empties completely, and a quick rinse removes residue. With a ceramic ball mill lining, even high-purity kaolin stays iron-free after grinding gold ore.
3 How do I choose between ceramic, rubber, or steel lining?
For iron-sensitive minerals (kaolin, silica sand), choose the ceramic ball mill configuration. For abrasive but less purity-critical applications (gold ore, bentonite), rubber or Mn steel offers cost savings. We help you decide.
4 Is this mill only for wet grinding?
No. This intermittent ball mill runs wet (for slurry) or dry (for powder) with the same drum. Just change the lining and discharge method.
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Company Profile

Leading Provider of Mining & Processing Equipment

Kolev Equipment Technology Co., Ltd. is a large-scale private technology enterprise specializing in the research, development, production, and sales of mining and metal ore processing equipment. With over 20 years of experience in ultra-fine grinding, industrial drying, and crushing sand making industries, we provide intelligent solutions and mature supporting products worldwide.

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