Application of sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) in the mineral processing industry
Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) is often used as a pulp conditioner, pulp binder, desliming agent, etc. in the mineral processing industry. It helps to improve the processing efficiency, selectivity and quality of ore, and reduces environmental pollution and energy consume
Sodium carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) is widely used in the mineral processing industry. Here are some common application areas:
Slurry conditioner: CMC can be used as a slurry conditioner to adjust the viscosity and fluidity of the slurry. It can improve the fluidity of the slurry, make the ore particles better suspended in the slurry, and improve the mixing effect and mixing capacity.
Slurry binder: CMC can be used as a slurry binder to increase the viscosity and adhesion of the slurry. It can help the ore particles stick together better during processing and form blocks or agglomerates, improving the screening efficiency and filtration performance of the ore.
Desliming agent: CMC can be used as a desliming agent to remove impurities and soil particles in ores. It can adsorb and wrap impurities to separate them from the ore and reduce the impact of impurities on the quality of the ore.
Flotation agent: CMC can be used as a flotation agent for the flotation process of ores. It can form a stable film with the surface of the ore, improve the flotation selectivity of the ore, promote the combination of the ore and the flotation agent, and increase the flotation effect.
Dust-proof agent: CMC can be used as a dust-proof agent in ore stockyards and during transportation. It can form a protective coating to reduce the spillage and flying of ore particles and reduce dust pollution.
The application of CMC in mineral processing can help improve the processing efficiency, selectivity and quality of ore, and reduce environmental pollution and energy consumption.