Influence of Linear Velocity of Bead Mill on Grinding Efficiency and Material Quality

Influence of Linear Velocity of Bead Mill on Grinding Efficiency and Material Quality



Influence of Linear Velocity of Bead Mill on Grinding Efficiency and Material Quality
Among the many parameters of the bead mill, the linear speed is an extremely critical index. It is not only related to the grinding efficiency of the equipment, but also directly affects the final quality of the material. In this paper, we will discuss the concept of linear speed of bead mill, the calculation method and its impact on grinding efficiency, and at the same time reveal the problems that may be brought about by too high linear speed, and give a suitable range of linear speed recommendations.
  1. Definition and calculation of the linear velocity of the bead mill
Linear velocity, in simple terms, is the number of revolutions the bead mill's dispersing disc turns in a unit of rotational speed converted into the travelling distance of the dispersing disc in a unit of time. Its mathematical expression formula is: V = 2πωr, where V represents the linear velocity, ω represents the angular velocity, and r represents the radius of the grinding disc. In practice, we usually use metres per second as the unit.
For example, a horizontal bead mill with a speed of 1200 rpm is converted to 20 rps. If the diameter of the grinding disc is 300 mm, i.e. the straight line distance from any point on the circumference of the disc to the centre of the shaft is 0.15 m, then its maximum linear velocity V = 2*3.1416*20*0.15 m/s = 18.85 m/s.

II. The relationship between the linear velocity of bead mill and grinding efficiency
The higher the linear velocity, the greater the kinetic energy transferred to the grinding media, thus making the grinding efficiency of the bead mill increased accordingly. This is because the increase in linear speed means that the number of impacts on the material produced by the grinding disc per second increases, resulting in an increase in material crushing efficiency. However, this does not mean that higher linear speeds are better.
III.The bead mill linear velocity is too high may bring problems
1. Large heat generation and rapid temperature rise: the higher the linear speed, the greater the heat generated by friction, the faster the temperature of the machine rises. For most of the materials, too high a temperature will change its original properties, resulting in a decline in quality.
2. grinding media broken: high linear velocity will produce greater impact on the grinding media, may lead to media broken, thus affecting the fineness and quality of the final product.
3. machine damage and parts wear: excessive linear speed will cause greater damage to the machine itself, accelerate the wear of parts, reducing the service life of the equipment.
4. Increase in energy consumption: In order to maintain high speed, the bead mill needs to consume more energy, leading to an increase in production costs.
IV.The appropriate range of bead mill linear velocity
After years of practice and experimental data accumulation, the industry generally agreed that the linear velocity of the bead mill should be between 5-10 m / s. This range can ensure high grinding efficiency and avoid problems caused by too high a speed. This range can ensure high grinding efficiency, but also to avoid problems caused by too high a linear velocity. In addition, different manufacturers may vary according to their product characteristics and experimental data.
V. How to choose the right bead mill linear velocity
In actual production, it is crucial to choose the right line speed. In addition to considering the grinding efficiency, it is also necessary to comprehensively consider the material characteristics, equipment materials, energy consumption and other factors. For example, for easy to break, heat-sensitive materials, should choose a lower line speed; and for hard, difficult to break the material, can be appropriate to increase the line speed to enhance the grinding efficiency.
In addition, in order to ensure the long-term stable operation of the equipment and extend its service life, it is recommended to regularly check and maintain the bead mill in the production process to ensure that it is in the best working condition. At the same time, for different types and specifications of bead mills, corresponding operating procedures and process parameters control standards should be developed to ensure the continuity and stability of production.
In conclusion, the linear velocity of bead mill is one of the key factors affecting the grinding efficiency and material quality. In the production process, selecting the appropriate line speed can not only improve the grinding efficiency, but also ensure the quality and stability of the material. Therefore, understanding and mastering the influence of the bead mill line speed and its relationship with the grinding efficiency for the production operation is crucial.
 

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