The SABC crushing process, which includes semi autogenous grinding, ball milling, and crushing system, is currently a popular mineral processing flow. And 3CB is a traditional crushing and grinding process, which includes three-stage crushing and ball milling. This article compares the differences in production efficiency, energy consumption, and economic performance between two crushing and grinding processes to help you better choose the appropriate process.
SABC process: Due to the use of semi autogenous mills, the pre-treatment time of ores can be reduced to a certain extent, improving overall production efficiency. In addition, the SABC process flow structure is simple, which helps to improve the efficiency of production management.
3CB process: It requires three stages of crushing, which may take a long processing time, but the process is mature and reliable, suitable for processing ores with low water and mud content.
SABC process: usually has lower energy consumption because semi autogenous mills can reduce energy consumption in certain situations compared to traditional crushers.
3CB process: The energy consumption is relatively high because it relies on a three-stage crushing process, each stage requiring additional energy consumption.
Equipment procurement and installation costs: The 3CB process has significant advantages in terms of total equipment installation power and equipment procurement and installation costs, as it has a large number of equipment but a lower unit installation power.
Construction and other engineering costs: Due to the large number of equipment in the 3CB process, the construction and other engineering costs have significantly increased.
Operating costs: The later operating costs of SABC process are significantly lower than those of 3CB process.
Process structure and maintenance: The SABC process has a simple structure and fewer equipment, which helps reduce maintenance costs and simplify production management.
Technical and economic comparison: From the perspective of technical and economic comparison, although the 3CB process may be slightly better than the SABC process in terms of total engineering cost, the SABC process performs better in terms of operating costs, environmental impact, and production management.
SABC process: It has obvious advantages for ores with high mud content and is suitable for processing softer ores.
3CB process: Strong adaptability, suitable for various types of ores, especially hard rock ores.
SABC process: may have a shorter construction period due to fewer equipment and relatively simple installation.
3CB process: may require longer construction and commissioning time as it involves more equipment and stages.
SABC process: usually has a high degree of automation and is easy to achieve automated control of the production process.
3CB process: Automation can also be achieved, but it may be slightly more complex in terms of automation control due to the large number of equipment and long process.
The above provides a comprehensive comparison of the two grinding processes to help you better understand them. When selecting a process, it is recommended that you consult a professional manufacturer and conduct a crushing test to determine the more suitable process flow. Xinhai can provide grinding equipment such as ball mills and semi autogenous mills, as well as services such as process design.
