Rotary kiln

Rotary kiln

Rotary kiln refers to rotary calcining kiln, which belongs to the category of building materials equipment. It can be divided into cement kiln, metallurgical chemical kiln and lime kiln according to the different materials handled.

Applicable materials:

Cement, Lime, Depleted Iron Ore, Chromite, Nickel Iron Ore, Coconut shell, High Bauxite, Chromite, Chromite Powder, etc.

Capacity: 2.5-200 t/h

Diameter:1.9-4.8 m

Length: 28-74 m

Power: 30-630 kW

Weight: 53-840 Tons

Rotational speed: 0.3-4 r/min

Description

Rotary kiln is a kind of high-temperature processing equipment, through continuous calcination to heat the material to high temperature. Rotary kiln can be divided into cement kiln, metallurgical chemical kiln, lime kiln according to different materials treated. Cement kiln is mainly used for calcining cement clinker, which is divided into two categories: dry cement kiln and wet cement kiln. Metallurgical chemical kilns are mainly used in the metallurgical industry for magnetization roasting of poor iron ore in iron and steel plants. Oxidation roasting of chromium and nickel iron ores Roasting of high alumina-vanadium ores in refractory plants and roasting of clinker and alumina hydroxide in aluminium plants. Roasting of chrome ores and chrome ore powders and other similar minerals in chemical plants. Lime kiln (i.e. active lime kiln) is used for roasting active lime for iron and steel plants, ferroalloy plants, calcined dolomite and so on.
Rotary kiln

Features

Efficiency

Continuous operation, suitable for large-scale production, optimized design of heat recovery process, and reduced energy consumption.

Durability

The refractory lining cylinder can withstand extreme temperatures and wear, with a strong structure and long service life.

Versatility

Suitable for processing materials and processes (such as oxidation and reduction) of various materials such as powder, granules, and blocks.

Automation

Integrated temperature and pressure sensors and DCS systems to monitor and adjust process parameters in real time to ensure stable and safe operation.

Environmental protection

Modern pollution control technologies (such as dust collectors and exhaust gas treatment devices) are used, with low emissions.

Working Principle

Rotary kiln
1. Rotation and tilt: The kiln rotates (1-4 RPM) at a 2-5° inclination, ensuring that the material moves gradually from the elevated feed end through the heating zone to the discharge end. 2. Heating Zones: The material is heated through the following three heating zones - Preheating Zone: The material is dried and preheated by counter-current hot exhaust gases. - Calcination Zone: Thermal decomposition occurs (800-1200°C). - Sintering Zone: The highest temperatures (up to 1450°C) melt the material into clinker or final product. 3. Heat Source Fuel: Lower end burners use coal, natural gas or oil to generate heat, creating a counter-current heat exchange.

Techspecs

Main Technical Parameters

Model (m)Rotate Speed (r/min)Gradient (%)Output (t/h)Reduction Drive ModelVelocity RatioMain Motor ModelPower (kw)Rotate Speed (r/min)Catch Wheel FormProp UpWeight (t)
φ1.9/1.6×360.53-1.5942.5-3JZQ750-148.85JZT-72-4301200/400Machine353
φ2.1/1.8×360.5-1.5144UT2-110136.36JZS-8130/101410/470Machine375
φ1.2×350.5-1.63
PM65040.17JZTY71-4221200/120Machine334
φ1.6×320.158-0.2583
PM75048.57JZJY61-4151200/120Machine346.82
φ1.8×450.66-1.9843.5UT2-110163.36JZS-8130/101410/470Machine380
φ2.2×500.125-1.253.54ZSI45-11157YCT280-4A301320/132Machine3130.71
φ2.5×500.516-1.5493.55.5ZSI65-799.96YCT355-4A551320/140Machine3167.5
φ3×480.3309-3.3093.535ZI130-1432.11ZSN4-250-21B901000/100Machine3237
φ3.2×500.398-3.9753.550ZI130-1640.85ZSN4-280-11B1901500/150Machine3263
φ3.3×520.391-3.913.550ZSY500-2827.707ZSN-315-0821901000/100Machine3280.8
φ4×600.396-3.963.5104ZSY630-35.534.601ZSN4-355-0923151000/100Hydraulic3487.5
φ4.2×600.4165-4.1653.5116ZSY710-35.535.526ZSN4-355-124201000/100Hydraulic3576.1
φ4.3×620.398-3.983.5125ZSY710-35.535.714ZSN4-355-124201000/100Hydraulic3598.5
φ4.8×740.35-44208JH710C-SW305-4042.226ZSN4-400-0926301500/130Hydraulic3841

Application & Case

1. Cement industry

Clinker production: The rotary kiln is the core equipment of cement production. It is used to calcine raw materials such as limestone and clay at a high temperature of about 1450℃ to produce cement clinker (the main component is calcium silicate).

Process steps: drying, preheating, decomposition (carbonate decomposition), sintering and cooling.

2. Metallurgical industry

Alumina production: Calcination of aluminum hydroxide (Al(OH)₃) to produce alumina (Al₂O₃), which is used for electrolytic aluminum.

Iron ore treatment Magnetization roasting: Convert weakly magnetic hematite (Fe₂O₃) into strongly magnetic magnetite (Fe₃O₄) for magnetic separation.

Direct reduced iron (DRI): Use coal or natural gas to reduce iron ore to produce sponge iron (used for electric arc furnace steelmaking).

Other metals:

Roasting molybdenum concentrate, zinc ore, lead ore, etc., desulfurization or oxidation.

Ilmenite (FeTiO₃) is calcined to produce artificial rutile (TiO₂).

3. Chemical industry

Activated carbon production: Carbon-containing materials (such as coconut shells, coal) are made into porous structures through high-temperature activation (800–1000°C).

Catalyst preparation: Calcination of catalyst carriers (such as alumina, molecular sieves) to enhance activity.

Carbonate decomposition: Calcination of chemical raw materials such as barium carbonate and strontium carbonate.

Petroleum coke calcination: Remove volatiles, increase carbon content, and use it as an anode for aluminum electrolysis.

4. Environmental protection and waste treatment

Hazardous waste incineration: Treatment of medical waste, organic solvents, oily sludge, etc., high temperature (above 1200°C) to decompose toxic substances (such as dioxins).

Contaminated soil remediation: Pyrolysis of pollutants such as petroleum hydrocarbons and pesticides in the soil.

Municipal waste incineration: Some processes are used for incineration power generation or resource processing.

5. Building materials and refractory materials

Lime production: calcining limestone (CaCO₃) to produce quicklime (CaO), which is used in the steel, construction and other industries.

Ceramic aggregate preparation: expanded clay, shale, etc. are made into lightweight aggregates for concrete.

Refractory material calcination: such as calcining high-alumina bauxite, magnesia, etc.

6. Other applications

Mineral processing: calcination and modification of bentonite and kaolin to improve adsorption or whiteness.

Pigment production: calcination and surface treatment of titanium dioxide (TiO₂).

Nuclear waste solidification: high-temperature solidification of radioactive waste.

Advantages of rotary kiln

Strong adaptability: can process various forms of materials such as blocks, powders, and slurries.

High temperature stability: high temperature resistance (up to 1600℃), suitable for complex chemical reactions.

Continuous production: high degree of automation and large processing capacity.

Environmentally friendly and controllable: equipped with waste heat recovery and exhaust gas purification systems to reduce energy consumption and pollution.

FAQ

You can contact us and tell us your production needs. Our engineers will design a complete set of production lines and supporting equipment for you based on the materials you want to process, the output and the intended heat source.
We will provide you with maintenance manuals and suggestions. Regular inspections of refractory linings, gears and seals can ensure service life. Automatic monitoring can reduce downtime.
The delivery time of rotary kilns is generally 1-3 months, depending on the size and model of the product. The freight depends on your delivery address and the carrier method. Large rotary kilns often use split transportation, so we will provide detailed freight in the final quotation.
We provide product design drawings and remote installation guidance, and we can also dispatch engineers to the construction site for installation and worker training according to your needs (incurring additional costs). Our equipment is guaranteed for 1 year, and we also provide remote troubleshooting and dispatch engineers.

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