A jaw crusher is a primary crushing machine used in mining, quarrying, and recycling industries to break down large rocks into smaller pieces. The mechanism of a jaw crusher involves two jaws—one fixed and one moving—that crush material through compressive force.
Jaw Crusher Mechanism (England & Global Design)
The basic working principle remains the same regardless of the country of origin (including England). Here’s how it works:
# 1. Key Components:
– Fixed Jaw (Stationary Die) – Attached to the crusher frame.
– Movable Jaw (Swing Die) – Moves in an elliptical motion driven by an eccentric shaft.
– Eccentric Shaft – Rotates to create the crushing action.
– Toggle Plate – Acts as a safety mechanism to protect against overload.
– Flywheel – Stores energy to ensure smooth operation.
# 2. Crushing Process:
1. Feed Opening – Rocks enter the crushing chamber from the top.
2. Compression Phase – The movable jaw moves towards the fixed jaw, compressing the rock.
3. Discharge Phase – The crushed material exits through the bottom gap (closed-side setting).
4. Return Stroke – The movable jaw retracts, allowing new material to enter.
# 3. Types of Jaw Crushers:
– Single Toggle Jaw Crusher (Common in England & Europe)
– Simpler design with one toggle plate.
– More efficient stroke motion for better crushing performance.
– Double Toggle Jaw Crusher
– Uses two toggle plates for heavy-duty applications.
– More robust but less efficient than single toggle designs.
# 4. Manufacturers in England:
Several British and international companies produce high-quality jaw crushers:
– Terex® Finlay (UK-based, part of Terex Corporation)
– Sandvik UK (Global leader in crushing technology)
– Powerscreen® (Terex brand) – Known for mobile jaw crushers.
– Parker Plant Ltd. – UK manufacturer with a long history in crushers.
# 5. Applications:
– Mining & Quarrying
– Construction & Demolition Recycling
– Aggregate Production
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