What is a magnetic drum pulley?

A magnetic drum pulley is a conveyor pulley incorporating a magnetic system to separate ferrous material from bulk material during conveyor discharge.

How does a magnetic drum pulley work?

Ferrous particles are attracted by the magnetic field while non-magnetic material follows its normal discharge trajectory, allowing separation.

What does a magnetic drum pulley remove?

It is primarily intended for suitable ferromagnetic and ferrous contaminants.

Can a magnetic drum pulley remove iron?

Yes. Suitable configurations from Power Magnetronics can remove ferrous iron and steel contamination, depending on particle size, magnetic properties and operating conditions.

Can it remove stainless steel?

Not all stainless steel is strongly magnetic. The grade and magnetic properties must be evaluated before claiming separation.

Can it remove aluminium or copper?

No. Conventional permanent magnetic systems do not normally attract aluminium and copper. Non-ferrous separation requires a different technology such as an eddy-current separator.

Is a magnetic drum pulley the same as a magnetic drum separator?

No. A magnetic drum pulley is designed for conveyor integration and can function as a head pulley, whereas a magnetic drum separator is a dedicated magnetic separation unit.

Can it replace a suspension magnet?

In suitable conveyor applications, yes, but the two systems have different installation arrangements. Power Magnetronics should evaluate the conveyor layout before recommending one.

Can it be used for mining?

Yes. Magnetic drum pulleys can be used for suitable mining and mineral-processing conveyor applications.

Can it be used for coal?

Yes. It can be used for ferrous contamination removal in suitable coal-handling systems.

Can it protect crushers?

Yes. A magnetic drum pulley installed at an appropriate upstream conveyor discharge can help remove ferrous tramp material and reduce the risk of it reaching downstream equipment.

Is the magnetic drum pulley permanent magnet type?

Power Magnetronics can manufacture permanent magnetic configurations. The magnetic material and circuit should be selected according to the application.

Can the pulley be customized?

Yes. Power Magnetronics can customize pulley dimensions, magnetic configuration, shaft arrangement and other parameters according to the conveyor and material requirements.