A vertical shaft impact crusher (VSI crusher) is widely used in sand making and aggregate production. It is also known as a vertical impact crusher or VSI sand making machine. This machine is suitable for crushing and shaping materials such as river pebbles, quartz stone, granite, iron ore, and other types of rock. It offers high crushing efficiency, good particle shape, and relatively low operating costs when properly selected and maintained.
1. How Many Tons Per Hour Can a VSI Crusher Produce?
The capacity of a vertical shaft impact crusher can range from approximately 24 to 1100 tons per hour, depending on the model, feeding method, material properties, and operating conditions.
Here are some important factors that affect VSI crusher capacity.
Feeding Method
– Center feeding: All material enters through the center of the rotor. This method is suitable for certain crushing and shaping applications.
– Center feeding with cascade feeding: Part of the material enters through the center, while the rest falls around the rotor. This method can increase throughput in suitable operating conditions.
Material Hardness
– Soft materials: Limestone and weathered rock are generally easier to crush and may produce higher output.
– Hard materials: Granite, river pebbles, and basalt usually require more crushing energy and may reduce production capacity.
Feed Size
For many applications, the feed size should be controlled within 50 mm. However, the maximum feed size depends on the specific model and the material being processed.
Oversized or uneven feed material may reduce capacity, increase wear, and affect product quality.
Crushing Mode
– Stone-beat-Stone: Rocks collide with other rocks inside the crushing chamber. This method is often used for aggregate shaping and can reduce metal-to-rock wear.
– Stone-beat-Iron: Material impacts metal wear parts. This mode may be suitable for certain high-throughput crushing applications, depending on the material and required product.
2. VSI Crusher Models and Capacity
The following table lists representative VSI crusher models and technical parameters based on the supplied model data.
Note: These figures are reference values, not guaranteed production results. Actual capacity depends on feed size, material hardness, moisture content, feeding method, and the required final product.
3. How Much Does a VSI Crusher Cost?
The price of a vertical shaft impact crusher varies according to its model, capacity, configuration, and manufacturer. Smaller machines generally cost less, while large-capacity VSI crushers with higher motor power require a larger investment.
The main factors affecting VSI crusher price include:
1. Machine model and capacity
Larger models usually have higher manufacturing costs and require more power.
2. Material and wear parts
Different materials have different hardness and abrasion characteristics. Suitable rotor parts and wear-resistant components can affect the initial purchase price and long-term operating costs.
3. Manufacturing quality
Machine structure, material selection, processing technology, and quality control all influence equipment performance and service life.
4. Complete production line configuration
If you need a complete sand-making line, the total investment may also include feeders, crushers, vibrating screens, conveyors, and other auxiliary equipment.
4. Why Choose Luoyang Dahua VSI Crushers?
Luoyang Dahua is a manufacturer of crushing and screening equipment, providing equipment solutions for mining, quarrying, aggregate production, and sand making. When choosing a VSI crusher, it is important to consider not only the purchase price but also production efficiency, wear part costs, equipment reliability, and after-sales service. Luoyang Dahua can help customers select suitable crushing equipment according to their material properties, production targets, and project requirements.
For more information about vertical shaft impact crusher models, capacity, and pricing, please visit www.lydhchina.com or contact Luoyang Dahua for a customized equipment solution.