Ball Mill Advantages And Disadvantages

Advantages of Ball Mills   

• 1. It produces very fine powder (particle size less than or equal to 10 microns).
• 2. It is suitable for milling toxic materials since it can be used in a completely enclosed form.
• 3. Has a wide application.
• 4. It can be used for continuous operation.
• 5. It is used in milling highly abrasive materials.

Disadvantages of Ball Mills

• 1. Contamination of product may occur as a result of wear and tear which occurs principally from the balls and partially from the casing.
• 2. High machine noise level especially if the hollow cylinder is made of metal, but much less if rubber is used.
• 3. Relatively long milling time.
• 4. It is difficult to clean the machine after use.