HEMICAL COMPOSITION:
Chemical Composition (on dry basis):
| KCC concentrate | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Copper | 15 – 19 % |
| 2 | Iron | 32 – 40% |
| 3 | Sulphur | 26 – 31 % |
| 4 | Insolubles | 15 % max. |
| 5 | Selenium | 8 – 15 ppm |
| 6 | Tellurium | 5 – 8 ppm |
| 7 | Lead | 50 – 100 ppm |
| 8 | Zinc | 200 – 400 ppm |
| 9 | Nickel | 200-300 ppm |
| 10 | Cobalt | 400 – 600 ppm |
| 11 | Gold | 1.5 – 3 ppm |
| 12 | Silver | 12 – 20 ppm |
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Size : 78 – 83% passing 200 mesh
- Moisture : 9 – 12%
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION:
A. Chemical Composition (on dry basis) – Tentative:
| MCP concentrate | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Copper | 28.25% |
| 2 | Iron | 27.10 % |
| 3 | Sulphur | 30.11 % |
| 4 | Insolubles | 10.72 % |
| 5 | Arsenic | 08 ppm |
| 6 | Bismuth | 40 ppm |
| 7 | Antimony | Less than 100 ppm |
| 8 | Selenium | 100 ppm |
| 9 | Tellurium | 65 ppm |
| 10 | Mercury | Less than 5 ppm |
| 11 | Lead | 72 ppm |
| 12 | Zinc | 662 ppm |
| 13 | Nickel | 36 ppm |
| 14 | Gold | 2.46 ppm |
| 15 | Silver | 69 ppm |
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Size : Minimum 50% retained on 350 mesh
- Moisture : 8 to 11 %
Uses of Copper Concentrate
Copper concentrate is utilized in various industries for its high copper content and diverse mineral composition. Its key applications include:
- Copper Smelting: It is essential for extracting pure copper in copper smelters.
- Alloy Production: Used in creating brass, bronze, and other copper alloys.
- Electrical Components: Utilized in manufacturing electrical cables, wires, transformers, and motors.
- Plumbing and Construction: Employed in water pipes, fittings, and roofing materials.
- Electronics: Used in printed circuit boards and connectors for electronic devices.
- Antifouling Paints: Utilized in marine antifouling paints to prevent biofouling.
- Agriculture: Applied to treat soils and prevent copper deficiency in plants.
- Pigment Production: Used in manufacturing blue and green pigments for paints and ceramics.
- Chemical Industry: Serves as a raw material in the production of compounds and catalysts.
Copper concentrate’s versatility makes it a valuable resource across various sectors worldwide.
