Complete Kaolin Powder Production Line: Equipment and Process Overview

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The discharge range of these mills can be adjusted to meet specific processing needs, typically from 80-400 mesh, 600-3250 mesh, and can achieve the finest particle size of up to 6000 mesh(D50).

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Complete Kaolin Powder Production Line: Equipment and Process Overview

Kaolin, a versatile industrial mineral, requires specialized processing to achieve the desired fineness for applications in ceramics, paints, cosmetics, and more. A complete kaolin powder production line integrates crushing, grinding, classification, and packaging systems. This article explores the key equipment and processes involved, with a focus on high-efficiency grinding solutions.

1. Kaolin Processing Stages

The typical kaolin production line consists of:

  • Crushing: Jaw crushers reduce raw kaolin to ≤20mm particles
  • Drying: Rotary dryers remove moisture (if above 10%)
  • Grinding: Specialized mills achieve 325-2500 mesh fineness
  • Classification: Air separators ensure precise particle size distribution
  • Packaging: Automated bagging systems for finished powder

Kaolin powder production line layout

2. Core Equipment: Ultrafine Grinding Mills

The grinding stage determines final product quality. For kaolin processing, we recommend our MW Ultrafine Grinding Mill – an advanced solution featuring:

  • Capacity: 0.5-25 tph (adjustable based on fineness)
  • Fineness: 325-2500 meshes (d97≤5μm achievable)
  • Energy Savings: 40% higher efficiency vs conventional mills
  • Eco-Friendly: Pulse dust collector reduces emissions to ≤20mg/m³

“The MW series’ German-derived cage-type powder selector revolutionized our kaolin processing,” noted one ceramics manufacturer. “We achieved 98% particles under 10μm while cutting energy costs by 35%.”

MW Ultrafine Grinding Mill in operation

3. Alternative Solution: LUM Vertical Mill

For operations requiring compact footprint, our LUM Ultrafine Vertical Grinding Mill offers:

  • 5-18 tph capacity with 0-10mm feed size
  • Taiwanese roller technology + German separation system
  • 30-50% lower energy consumption vs ball mills
  • Reversible structure simplifies maintenance

4. Process Optimization Tips

  1. Pre-dry kaolin if moisture exceeds 8% to prevent mill clogging
  2. Implement multi-stage classification for premium-grade products
  3. Use ceramic-lined equipment to minimize iron contamination
  4. Monitor grinding pressure (typically 8-12MPa for kaolin)

Microscopic view of processed kaolin powder

5. Why Choose Our Solutions?

Our grinding systems stand out through:

Feature MW Mill LUM Mill
Best For High-volume production Space-constrained plants
Key Advantage 325-2500 mesh adjustability Energy-efficient vertical design
Noise Level ≤75dB with silencer ≤72dB

Both mills feature our proprietary Digitalized Processing with CNC-machined components for ≤0.01mm precision, ensuring consistent product quality batch after batch.

6. Conclusion

Modern kaolin processing demands equipment that combines precision grinding with energy efficiency. Our MW and LUM series grinding mills deliver exceptional performance with:

  • 40-50% lower operating costs than traditional mills
  • 24/7 continuous operation capability
  • Compliance with international environmental standards
  • Full after-sales support including spare parts supply

For operations seeking to upgrade their kaolin powder production, we offer customized solutions from laboratory-scale testing to turnkey production lines. Contact our technical team to discuss your specific requirements.