Ilmenite: Valuable Titanium Ore and Our Complete Mineral Processing Solution

As global demand for titanium continues to rise—driven by industries such as aerospace, pigments, and advanced materials—ilmenite (FeTiO₃) has become one of the most important titanium-bearing ores. With years of experience in mining equipment design and manufacturing, Henan Yinhao Machinery offers reliable and efficient solutions for ilmenite beneficiation.

What Is Ilmenite?

Ilmenite is a black to grayish-black mineral, primarily composed of iron oxide (FeO) and titanium dioxide (TiO₂). It is the most common source of industrial titanium. Ilmenite often occurs alongside magnetite or hematite, with weak magnetic properties.

✨ Key Characteristics of Ilmenite:

• Color: Black or dark gray with metallic luster

• Density: 4.5–5.0 g/cm³

• Mohs hardness: 5–6

• TiO₂ content: 36–52%

• Common deposits: Beach sand, igneous rocks, or weathered layers

⚙️ Ilmenite Processing Flow: From Ore to Concentrate

Due to its complex association with other iron and non-metallic minerals, ilmenite beneficiation typically requires a combined process involving gravity separation, magnetic separation, and sometimes electrostatic or flotation methods.

At Yinhao Machinery, we tailor the process to match the ore type and your desired capacity. A typical processing flow includes:

1️⃣ Feeding & Crushing

• GZD Vibrating Feeder ensures stable feeding

• PE Jaw Crusher performs coarse crushing

• Vibrating Screen removes oversized material

2️⃣ Grinding & Classification

• Ball Mill grinds material into fine powder

• Spiral Classifier separates by particle size

3️⃣ Magnetic Separation

• High-intensity Magnetic Separator removes iron-bearing minerals and recovers ilmenite

4️⃣ Gravity & Electrostatic Separation

• Shaking Tables / Jig Separators concentrate heavy minerals

• Electrostatic Separator separates based on conductivity difference

5️⃣ Optional Flotation

• For complex ores, flotation machines can be used to improve grade and recovery

✅ Recommended Equipment for Ilmenite Processing:

Customized Design Based on Your Ore Sample

Every ilmenite ore is unique, and we strongly recommend that you share the following data with us before purchasing:

• Chemical analysis report (TiO₂ and Fe content)

• Photos or physical samples of the ore

• Target output capacity (e.g., 500 tons/hour)

• Site conditions (power supply, water availability, space)

Our engineering team will evaluate your ore and provide a customized equipment list with pricing, ensuring optimal recovery and efficiency.

Contact Us Today for Ilmenite Processing Solutions!

Whether you’re planning a new project or expanding an existing facility, Henan Yinhao Machinery is here to provide you with high-performance, tailor-made mineral processing solutions.

• Email: sales@yinhaomachines.com

• WhatsApp: +86 13598039735