Open AccessGUIDELINES FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A BALL MILL FOR GRINDING SOLIDS IN THE LABORATORY
Author(s) -
Lucas F. de Paula,
Alberth C. Alves,
Heden C. S. Alves,
Edimar A. Ribeiro,
Ana G. B. Madurro,
João M. Madurro
Publication year - 2014
Publication title -
química nova
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.214
H-Index - 73
eISSN - 1678-7064
pISSN - 0100-4042
DOI - 10.5935/0100-4042.20140114
Subject(s) - grinding , ball (mathematics) , ball mill , mill , engineering , metallurgy , mechanical engineering , materials science , forensic engineering , mathematics , mathematical analysis
In this paper, we show the construction of a low-cost, high-quality ball mill for obtaining finely divided powders, with the goal of presenting guidelines for achieving the best results for the milling process. This equipment allows for the adjustment of the size of the mill in order to process different quantities of material. The construction of mechanical and electrical components that provide increased efficiency, the choice of milling medium, and frequent problems experienced with homemade ball mills are discussed