Sortek Group’s Single Cylinder Cone Crusher represents a fusion of advanced hydraulic technology and practical industrial design, redefining medium-to-fine crushing for mining, quarrying, and infrastructure projects worldwide. Built on the core advantages of single-cylinder hydraulic systems—structural simplicity, operational agility, and reliable performance—Sortek enhances this equipment with precision engineering, intelligent controls, and wear-resistant components, tailored to handle medium-hard to ultra-hard materials with consistent efficiency.
1. Core Design & Sortek-Enhanced Features
The defining characteristic of Sortek’s Single Cylinder Cone Crusher is its integrated bottom hydraulic cylinder, which consolidates three critical functions: discharge port adjustment, overload protection, and chamber cleaning—eliminating bulky external components and simplifying operation. Every design detail reflects Sortek’s focus on durability and user-friendliness:
1.1 Streamlined Structural Layout
Dual-Supported Main Shaft: Unlike traditional cantilevered designs, Sortek’s main shaft features upper and lower supports, enabling it to withstand crushing forces of up to 500 MPa and accommodate larger strokes—boosting efficiency by 35–60% compared to legacy spring cone crushers.
Laminated Crushing Chamber: Optimized for layer-press crushing, the chamber is available in two profiles:
Standard Type: For secondary crushing, handling feed sizes of 50–200mm and producing coarse aggregates (13–50mm).
Short-Head Type: For tertiary/fine crushing, processing 20–100mm feed to generate cubical fines (3–25mm).
Quick-Change Wear Parts: The mantle (moving cone liner) and concave (fixed cone liner) use Sortek’s proprietary high-chromium alloy, with a precision-fit design that eliminates the need for filling compounds—reducing replacement time by 40%.
1.2 Intelligent Hydraulic & Lubrication System
Tri-Functional Hydraulic Cylinder: The bottom cylinder adjusts the discharge port (3–64mm) via electric control, lifts the moving cone to expel uncrushable foreign objects (e.g., metal scraps), and clears chamber blockages automatically—no manual disassembly required.
Dual-Safety Lubrication: A forced oil lubrication system with dust-proof gas seals ensures critical bearings stay clean and lubricated, while temperature/pressure sensors trigger alarms for abnormalities—cutting downtime by 30%.
Smart Control Panel: Optional IoT integration allows remote monitoring of throughput, liner wear, and hydraulic pressure, enabling predictive maintenance and real-time process optimization.
2. Working Principle: Optimized for Laminated Crushing
Sortek’s Single Cylinder Cone Crusher operates on the layer-press crushing principle, which minimizes fines and enhances product quality:
Uniform Feeding: Materials (e.g., granite, iron ore) enter the chamber via a high-speed rotating distributor, ensuring even distribution across the crushing cavity and reducing uneven liner wear.
Compressive Fracturing: The motor drives the eccentric sleeve via a V-belt and bevel gear set, forcing the moving cone to gyrate around a fixed axis. As the moving cone alternates between approaching and separating from the fixed cone, materials are repeatedly squeezed and fractured between particle layers.
Graded Discharge: Particles meeting the target size fall through the discharge port, while larger fragments remain for additional crushing cycles. The chamber’s parallel lower section ensures consistent particle size, with cubical content exceeding 85%.
Overload Protection: When foreign objects trigger excess pressure, the hydraulic cylinder compresses instantly to widen the discharge port. After expelling debris, the cylinder resets automatically—protecting the crusher from damage.
3. Application Scenarios: Tailored to Industry Demands
Available in models with motor power ranging from 75kW to 315kW and throughput of 20–800 tph, Sortek’s Single Cylinder Cone Crusher excels in diverse sectors:
Mining Industry: Processes iron ore, copper ore, and gold ore. Ideal as beneficiation feed, typically paired with the Standard Chamber.
Quarrying Industry: Handles granite, basalt, and limestone. Produces aggregates for concrete and asphalt, commonly using the Short-Head Chamber.
Construction Recycling Industry: Crushes concrete debris and asphalt scraps. Suitable for on-site road base production, with mobile configurations available.
Metallurgy Industry: Processes quartz, diabase, and refractory materials. Generates fine-grained smelting feed, usually equipped with the Short-Head Chamber.
4. Key Advantages: Sortek’s Competitive Edge
Beyond the inherent benefits of single-cylinder design, Sortek’s enhancements deliver tangible value to operators:
4.1 Superior Efficiency & Product Quality
The combination of dual-supported main shaft, optimized eccentric stroke (8–25mm), and layer-press crushing ensures 15–20% higher throughput than conventional single-cylinder models, with minimal flaky particles.
4.2 Low Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Reduced Maintenance: Quick-change wear parts and integrated hydraulic systems cut service labor by 50%.
Long-Lasting Components: Sortek’s alloy liners last 30% longer than standard materials, lowering replacement costs.
Energy Savings: Precision motor matching and low-friction design reduce power consumption by 10–15% per ton of material.
4.3 Versatility & Reliability
The compact footprint (30% smaller than multi-cylinder alternatives) makes it ideal for space-constrained sites, while the hydraulic safety system ensures 99% operational uptime—even in harsh mining environments.
4.4 Global Support
Backed by Sortek’s worldwide network, customers receive OEM spare parts, on-site installation guidance, and customized chamber designs—adapting the crusher to specific material properties and production goals.
Sortek Group’s Single Cylinder Cone Crusher distills decades of crushing expertise into a streamlined, high-performance solution. By prioritizing efficiency, durability, and user-centric design, it meets the evolving needs of modern industrial crushing—proving that simplicity and power can coexist seamlessly.
