Lynx Endurance
Alfa Laval Lynx Endurance decanter centrifuges help eliminate many of the problems associated with tailings dam operations and filtration technologies. They are a proven and effective dewatering solution for slimes, clays and silts and other fine tailings. The special deep-pond design, the unique conveyor and the optimized cone angle enable you to treat volumes. The resultant spadeable cake can be disposed of by co-disposal or dry stacking while the separated water can be recycled for reuse.
Experience the benefits of Lynx Endurance
- Able to dewater ultrafine material < 10 micron in continuous operation
- Robust design (fully wear protected) for high reliability
- No filter cloth, limited quantity of wash-water at shutdown
- Low capital and installation cost
- Can be trialled on a pilot for proof of concept and then scaled up
Alfa Laval Lynx Endurance decanter centrifuges are built to last, constructed with carefully selected components such as Duplex stainless steel (SS316 and SAF2205). Heavy-duty bearings and a stiff box beam frame ensure a design fit for purpose, and all exposed interior parts are protected by replaceable tungsten carbide tiles. The smooth acceleration of solids in the feed and outlet zones helps minimize wear and results in an efficient separation process.
Features that makes a difference in mining and mineral applications
FlightGuard
FlightGuard wear protection consists of tiles welded to the conveyor,
providing robust wear resistance and prolonged uptime in highly abrasive
applications.
SolidsGuard
360° outlet design with enhanced, replaceable wear protection for highly
abrasive media, ensuring high uptime.
FeedGuard
The fully covered FeedGuard feed zone ensures
gentle product acceleration and minimal turbulence,
resulting in low wear and tear. The FeedGuard
design provides outstanding reliability and uptime in
abrasive applications, as well as easy on-site
replacement, reducing downtime.
EasyLift
The patented, spring-loaded, hinged design makes
it easy to open even the heaviest cover by hand.
Offering safe and quick access for maintenance
and service.
PowerTubes
Adjustable outlets are designed to release the liquid
tangential to the rotational direction. This supports
the bowl rotation and thereby recovering energy
and minimizing power consumption.
Lynx Endurance decanter centrifuges are built to be robust and reliable
Key benefits include:
- High separation efficiency and effective solids transportation due to special decanter geometry.
- Careful material selection and protection with replaceable wear parts to withstand erosion and corrosion.
- Variable G force and large gearboxes for high cake dryness.
- Continuous operation and compact design compared to other separation technologies
Product leaflet
High performance solid-bowl centrifuge for tailings dewatering
Lynx Endurance decanter centrifuges are well suited for dewatering fine tailings to produce dewatered solids that are suitable either for dry stacking or for co-disposal along with coarse rejects. If site-specific requirements make it necessary, the technology can also be adapted to produce a thickened discharge that is pumpable. This results in dual benefits of recovering process water, chemicals or minerals while also addressing environmental concerns
How the Lynx Endurance decanter centrifuges work
Alfa Laval Lynx Endurance decanter centrifuges are specifically designed to separate mining and mineral slurries, tailings and sludge into a solid phase and liquid phases. Separation takes place in a horizontal cylindrical bowl equipped with a scroll conveyor. The product is led into the bowl through a stationary inlet tube and is then smoothly accelerated in a full-flow feed zone design. Centrifugal forces of up to 3,500 G make the solids accumulate on the inner surface of the bowl. The conveyor rotates in the same direction as the bowl, but at a different speed. This moves the solids towards the conical end of the bowl. The solids leave the bowl through the solids discharge openings into the casing. Separation takes place throughout the length of the cylindrical part of the bowl, and the clarified liquid leaves the bowl by flowing over adjustable plate dams into the casing.
Case stories
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