Silica sand crushing machines are essential equipment for producing high-quality sand and aggregates used in construction, glass manufacturing, and industrial applications. A complete production line typically includes primary crushers, secondary crushers, vibrating screens, sand washers, and conveyors to ensure efficient processing.
1. Jaw Crusher (Primary Crushing)
– Capacity: 50–800 t/h
– Feed Size: ≤1,200 mm
– Output Size: 10–350 mm
2. Cone Crusher/VSI Crusher (Secondary Crushing & Shaping)
– Capacity: 60–500 t/h
– Output Size: ≤40 mm (Cone) / ≤5 mm (VSI)
3. Vibrating Screen
– Layers: 1–4
– Screening Efficiency: ≥90%
4. Sand Washer
– Capacity: 30–200 t/h
– Water Consumption: 50–150 m³/h
| Equipment | Model | Power (kW) | Output (t/h) |
|———–|——-|————|————–|
| Jaw Crusher | PE600×900 | 75 | 50–160 |
| Cone Crusher | HPT300 | 220 | 100–350 |
| VSI Crusher | B-9100SE | 250 | 50–300 |
| Vibrating Screen | 3YK2160 | 22 | 80–400 |
Q1: What is the best crusher for silica sand?
A: VSI crushers are ideal for shaping silica sand due to their high reduction ratio and cubic output.
Q2: How to reduce dust in crushing plants?
A: Install water spray systems or dust collectors at transfer points and crushing stages.
A project in Malaysia processed 200 t/h of silica sand using a jaw crusher (PE750×1060), cone crusher (HST160), and VSI crusher (B-7615DR). The final product met ISO 14688 standards for construction sand with ≤3%
