A Wheel Sand Washing Machine is a type of equipment used to clean and remove impurities (such as dust, clay, and organic matter) from sand, gravel, or crushed stone. It is commonly used in construction, mining, and aggregate industries to improve the quality of materials before further processing or use.
Key Features:
1. Working Principle:
– The machine uses a rotating wheel to agitate the sand and water mixture, allowing impurities to be washed away.
– Clean sand is discharged while dirty water and fine particles overflow or are collected for further treatment.
2. Components:
– Wheel Bucket: Lifts and washes the sand.
– Tank/Basin: Holds water and sand for washing.
– Motor & Reducer: Drives the wheel rotation.
– Screw Conveyor (Optional): Some models include a dewatering screw to remove excess water.
3. Advantages:
– High cleaning efficiency (removes up to 95% of impurities).
– Low water consumption compared to other methods.
– Simple structure with low maintenance costs.
– Can handle fine and coarse materials effectively.
4. Applications:
– Sand washing for construction (concrete, mortar).
– Mineral processing (silica sand, river sand).
– Quarrying and aggregate production.
Types of Wheel Sand Washing Machines:
– Single Wheel Sand Washer: Compact design for small-scale operations.
– Double Wheel Sand Washer: Higher capacity for large-scale production.
Comparison with Spiral Sand Washer:
| Feature | Wheel Sand Washer | Spiral Sand Washer |
||-|–|
| Water Usage | Lower | Higher |
| Cleaning Effect | Better for fine sand | Better for coarse materials |
| Maintenance | Easier | More complex |
| Space Needed | Compact | Larger footprint |
Common Manufacturers & Models:
– LZZG (China) – XSD Series
– Metso Outotec – AggreSand / AggreScrub
Would you like details on installation, operation, or troubleshooting? Let me know how I can assist further!
Leave a Reply