Both separate on surface conductivity, but they are strongest at opposite ends of the feed. The plate separator is most efficient at removing fine sized conductors from coarser sized non-conductor materials. In many plants the two are complementary rather than alternatives.
mtEPS
Plate-based electrostatic separation for cleaner mineral products and more precise recovery.
Why it matters
Separate minerals that look alike physically by using differences in their electrical conductivity to make the cut.
Features
An earthed plate and high-voltage electrode create an electrostatic field that separates conductive particles from non-conductive material.
Problems it solves
Improve separation where coarse non-conductors or fine conductors can make conventional roll-based electrostatic separation more difficult.
Applications
Designed for mineral sands, rare earths, iron ore and tin duties, including separating conductive rutile and ilmenite from non-conductive zircon, monazite and garnet.
