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Magnetite

The most strongly magnetic mineral found in nature — 64% Fe min, ≥96% magnetic content. Preferred for DMS coal wash plants and HMS recycling operations.

About Magnetite

Magnetite is a mineral whose primary component is an iron oxide that contains equal amounts of iron(II) and iron(III). Magnetite is found in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks, and is one of the most common minerals in the earth's crust.

Magnetite has a black, opaque appearance with a submetallic to metallic finish. Its Mohs hardness is between 5 and 6.5 and it is often found in isometric crystal forms. It is the most strongly magnetic mineral found in nature and is attracted to common magnets.

With its natural high density and magnetic properties, Magnetite is the preferred choice for coal wash plants (DMS — Dense Media Separation) and recycling plants (HMS — Heavy Media Separation). Milled magnetite particles are suspended in water to separate coal or precious metals from gangue rock and other impurities. The magnetite is then recovered by means of a magnetic separation process to be reused.

Magnetite products are also used as a primary iron source for making Ferric Chloride and Ferric Sulphate flocculants and coagulants to treat wastewater, effluent, and potable water.

Product Grades

Two standard grades available for different separation process requirements.

Product CodeFe Content (min)Density (min)Magnetics (min)Sizing
RawMag164%≥ 4.8 t/m³≥ 96%95% passing 45 micron
RawMag264%≥ 4.8 t/m³≥ 96%85% passing 45 micron
High Magnetic Content
≥96% magnetic content enables efficient magnetic recovery for media regeneration and re-use.
High Density
Minimum density of 4.8 t/m³ ensures effective dense media separation in DMS coal wash and HMS operations.
Recoverable & Reusable
Easily recovered by magnetic separation after use, making it an economical choice for continuous operations.

Explore Magnetite Applications

DMS coal plants, HMS recycling, wastewater treatment flocculant production and more.

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