Crushing chambers – cones

Having a good understanding of your crushers helps you make smart, informed decisions. Whether you want to build up your knowledge or refresh your memory, this is the place to start. We take you through the basics of cone crushing to more detailed advice on chamber solutions, feed arrangements and configurations. You can also find links to further reading if you want to go deeper.

Cone crusher basics in 4 minutes

This is the starting point for understanding how cone crushers work – and how they can make your mine or quarry more productive.

The importance of the right mantle and concave

If you are using an incorrect crushing chamber then you are compromising on productivity, liner life or both.

What is the eccentric throw?

The eccentric throw is one of the most important parameters in defining the job that your cone crusher does.

What affects cone crusher performance?

To make sure that your crusher is delivering the desired product, and maximizing its efficiency and productivity, there are a few potential issues that you should be alert to.

What affects liner life?

Maximizing the life of wear parts is a major consideration in any efficient crushing operation.

Common Feed arrangement problems

Poor feed arrangements affect crusher performance, liner life and the life of mechanical components, so it is crucial that you can identify and deal with any problems.

Optimal feed arrangement

Poor feed conditions can adversely affect productivity and liner life, so it is vital that you get it right.

Premium Mantle Solutions – Flexifeed and Oversize Breaker

Even if your chamber is perfectly configured you can still find ways to improve performance.

Unique design feature - High Reduction Concave

The unique design feature that sets apart the High Reduction Concave is a shelf near the top of the concave.

Optiagg Crushing Chamber Solution

Optiagg is a premium crushing chamber solution for tertiary or final crushing stages, that takes analysis to a higher level.

Manganese steel wear liners

Why manganese? Manganese steel has been used in crushing applications for over 100 years, so it’s easy to take it for granted.