Heavy Duty Apron Feeder
1.Product Introduction Minerals Conveying Equipment
The Apron Feeder (plate feeder) is heavy-duty equipment for the steady and
controlled transport of large-lump, high-density, and abrasive
materials. It is an essential component in mining and mineral processing lines, usually positioned under feed bins or discharge hoppers to
regulate the flow to primary crushers or conveyors. It is widely
applied across the cement, metallurgical, and chemical sectors to
ensure process continuity.
2.Application Minerals Conveying Equipment
Cement Industry: Provides continuous feeding from raw material bins to crushers,
handling materials such as limestone, clay, and other raw
components.
Mineral Processing Plants: Conveys large-lump ores to jaw crushers, serving as the essential upstream equipment for the primary
crushing process.
Coal & Chemicals: Ensures stable material flow within coal storage and
transportation systems, effectively preventing material blockages.
Metallurgical Industry: Specifically designed for transporting high-temperature materials
such as sinter and coke.
Case Example: In a cement production line, the apron feeder works in tandem with the jaw crusher to precisely control the feeding rate. This integration minimizes
mechanical impact on the crusher, significantly extending its
service life.
3.Working Principle Minerals Conveying Equipment
The cyclic movement of the metal pans is driven by the chain,
allowing materials to move forward with the pans and be conveyed to
the target destination. The drive system can be configured as
either Right-Hand (RH) or Left-Hand (LH) drive, offering flexible
layout options to suit specific site requirements.
4.Advantages
- Continuous and Uniform Feeding The apron feeder ensures a consistent and steady material discharge from storage bins to downstream equipment (such
as primary crushers). By preventing equipment overload or production downtime caused by uneven feeding, it significantly
enhances the stability of the entire production line.
- Built for Extreme Conditions Designed for reliability in harsh environments, the equipment operates effectively under high temperatures (up to
400°C), high humidity, and heavy dust conditions. It is particularly
suitable for heavy-duty industrial applications such as cement plants and mineral processing facilities.
- Superior Load-Bearing Capacity Engineered to handle large-lump, high-density, and highly abrasive materials—including ore, coal, and clinker—it offers a maximum throughput of
up to 200 m³/h and can be extended to lengths exceeding 42 meters.
5.Technical Specifications
Light-Duty Apron Feeder Specifications
Designed for materials with a bulk density less than1200kg/m3 and
less than 140kg. Ideal for small-scale production lines in mining,
construction, and chemical industries.
| Model | Pan Width (mm) | Center Distance (m) | Feeding Speed (m/s) | Max Feed Size (mm) | Capacity (t/h) | Motor Power (kW) | Inclination Range (°) | Material Temp |
| GBQ500 | 500 | 4–18 | 0.05–0.4 | ≤180 | 5–80 | 5.5–7.5 | ≤20 | ≤350°C |
| GBQ630 | 630 | 4–18 | 0.04–0.4 | ≤300 | 10–100 | 7.5 | ≤20 | ≤350°C |
| GBQ800 | 800 | 4–18 | 0.03–0.4 | ≤400 | 20–200 | 7.5–11 | ≤20 | ≤350°C |
| GBQ1000 | 1000 | 4–18 | 0.03–0.4 | ≤500 | 25–250 | 11–15 | ≤20 | ≤350°C |
| GBQ1250 | 1250 | 4–18 | 0.03–0.4 | ≤600 | 40–845 | 15–22 | ≤20 | ≤350°C |
Medium-Duty Apron Feeder Specifications
Suitable for loose materials with a bulk density less than 2400 kg/m³ and lump weight less than 500kg. Widely used in mineral
processing, cement plants, and metallurgy.
| Model | Pan Width (mm) | Center Distance (m) | Feeding Speed (m/s) | Max Feed Size (mm) | Capacity (t/h) | Motor Power (kW) | Inclination Range (°) | Weight (kg) |
| GBL800 | 800 | 2.2–4.0 | 0.03–0.25 | ≤450 | 20–200 | 7.5–11 | ≤20 | 3722–4903 |
| GBL1000 | 1000 | 1.6–4.5 | 0.02–0.25 | ≤550 | 30–300 | 7.5–15 | ≤20 | 3561–7680 |
| GBL1200 | 1200 | 1.8–6.0 | 0.025–0.15 | ≤400 | 35–217 | 7.5–15 | ≤20 | 3965–8061 |
| GBL1600 | 1600 | 3.0–6.0 | 0.01–0.2 | ≤860 | 80–800 | 15–30 | ≤20 | — |
| GBL2000 | 2000 | 4.5–6.0 | 0.01–0.2 | ≤1300 | 100–1000 | 30 | ≤20 | — |
Heavy-Duty Apron Feeder Specifications
Engineered for large-lump, high-density, and high-temperature
materials in extreme mining and metallurgical environments.
| Model | Pan Width (mm) | Center Distance (m) | Feeding Speed (m/s) | Max Feed Size (mm) | Capacity (m³/h) | Motor Power (kW) | Max Inclination (°) | Typical Application |
| GBZ1000 | 1000 | — | 0.0054–0.054 | ≤700 | 15–150 | 15–30 | ≤25 | Ore, Clinker |
| GBZ1500 | 1500 | — | 0.0054–0.08 | ≤900 | 30–500 | 30–55 | ≤25 | Cement Raw Material |
| GBZ2000 | 2000 | 10 | 0.0054–0.08 | ≤1200 | 100–900 | 37–75 | ≤25 | 500 tph Aggregates |
| GBZ2300 | 2300 | 10 | 0.0054–0.08 | ≤1300 | 180–1800 | 75–110 | ≤25 | Large Processing Plants |
| GBZ2500 | 2500 | — | 0.0054–0.08 | ≤1850 | 180–1800 | 90–132 | ≤25 | High-Intensity Ops |
Selection Recommendations
Material Characteristics:
Light Duty: Low density/small size (Limestone, Sandstone).
Medium Duty: Medium lump size/density (Iron ore, Copper ore).
Heavy Duty: Large lumps/highly abrasive (Basalt, Sinter).
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