A dry ball mill is a type of grinder used to grind materials into fine powder. Unlike wet ball mills, which mix materials with liquids, a dry ball mill operates without the addition of water or other liquid constituents.
Key features include:
- Loading: The dry mill is loaded with the material to be ground along with grinding media like steel balls or ceramic balls.
- Action: As the cylinder rotates, the grinding media and the material are lifted on the rising side of the shell and then cascade down, creating an impact that grinds the material.
- Applications: Typically used for materials that are sensitive to moisture or for processes that require oxidation, such as metal powders.
It’s commonly used in industries like mining, ceramics, and chemical manufacturing for dry grinding of various ores and other grindable materials.
