Recommended Primary Crushing Configurations for Basalt / Granite / Quartzite Using SUHMAN Mobile Jaw Crusher
Basalt, granite, and quartzite are among the hardest and most abrasive rocks in aggregate production (Mohs hardness 6-7, compressive strength often 100-250 MPa). For primary crushing in mobile setups, a robust tracked jaw crusher is the industry-standard choice due to its high reduction ratio (typically 6:1 to 8:1), ability to handle large feed sizes, and excellent performance on tough, abrasive materials.
The SUHMAN SE-1060 Tracked Mobile Jaw Crusher is specifically engineered for these hard rock applications, delivering 200-250 t/h capacity with a max feed size of 700 mm and discharge settings from 80-250 mm.
Why SE-1060 Excels as Primary Crusher for These Materials
- Jaw chamber (1060×700 mm inlet) with manganese steel plates withstands high abrasion from quartzite and basalt.
- Heavy-duty crawler chassis ensures mobility on rough quarry sites or mountainous terrain common in hard rock mining.
- Dual power option (diesel + electric/generator) is ideal for remote hard rock sites without stable grid power.
- Integrated vibrating feeder (4000×1100 mm) and overband magnet handle dirty or reinforced feed material effectively.
Recommended Configurations by Material & Production Goal
Here are practical, field-proven mobile configurations starting with primary crushing. All setups can start standalone and expand into full trains later.
- Basic Standalone Primary Crushing (Coarse Aggregate Production – 0-200/250 mm output)
Ideal for road base, railway ballast, or initial size reduction in small-to-medium quarries (150-250 t/h).
Configuration:
- Vibrating Feeder + SE-1060 Mobile Jaw Crusher (primary only) + Main/Tail Conveyor
Best for: Basalt or granite where final product is coarse (e.g., 0-150 mm).
Tips: Set discharge port to 120-180 mm for optimal throughput and liner life. Use Cavity Type suitable for hard rock (consult SUHMAN engineers for manganese liner upgrades).
Expected liner life: 120,000-150,000 tons on granite/basalt (depending on silica content).
- Standard Hard Rock Mobile Train (Primary + Secondary – High-Quality Cubical Aggregates 0-40 mm)
Most popular setup for commercial quarries producing concrete/asphalt aggregates.
Configuration:
- SE-1060 Mobile Jaw Crusher (primary) → SY-HP300 Track-Mounted Mobile Cone Crusher (secondary) → Tracked Mobile Screening Plant (3-deck for 0-5 / 5-20 / 20-40 mm)
Best for: Granite, basalt, quartzite requiring cubic shape and low flakiness.
Why this combo? Jaw handles large feed and high abrasion → Cone provides lamination crushing for better particle shape and reduced wear.
Capacity: 200-280 t/h overall.
Related product: Check our Mobile Multi Cylinder Cone Crusher (SY-HP series) for secondary/tertiary stages.
- Premium Closed-Circuit Setup (With Screening & Re-Crushing – For Strict Specifications)
For high-end applications like railway ballast or high-spec concrete (strict 0-5/5-10/10-20/20-31.5 mm).
Configuration:
- SE-1060 Mobile Jaw Crusher (primary) → SY-HP300 Mobile Cone Crusher → Tracked Mobile Screening Plants (with return conveyor for oversize back to cone)
Best for: Quartzite (highest abrasion) and granite quarries needing precise gradation.
Advantages: Closed circuit maximizes yield of saleable product and minimizes waste.
- Optional Add-Ons for Extreme Conditions
- Dual Power Version of SE-1060: Essential for high-altitude or off-grid quartzite/basalt mines.
- Overband magnet upgrade: Removes rebar if feeding blasted material with occasional contaminants.
- Larger hopper/feeder: For high-volume loading with 40-50 ton excavators.
Quick Comparison Table for Material-Specific Tips
| Material | Abrasiveness | Recommended Jaw Cavity/Liner | Primary Discharge Setting | Expected Wear Parts Life (tons) | Ideal Next Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basalt | High | Standard Manganese + upgrades | 100-160 mm | 130,000–180,000 | Cone (cubical shape) |
| Granite | Very High | High Manganese / Alloy | 120-180 mm | 120,000–160,000 | Cone |
| Quartzite | Extremely High | Premium Manganese / Ceramic inserts | 140-200 mm | 100,000–140,000 | Cone + careful monitoring |
Final Advice
For most basalt, granite, or quartzite primary crushing projects, start with the SE-1060 Mobile Jaw Crusher as your core machine – it’s built tough for these exact materials. Different sites (feed size, moisture, target output) may need slight tweaks to cavity type, discharge setting, or liner material.
Send us your raw material photos/videos, site conditions, target capacity, and final product sizes – our engineers will provide a free customized configuration and cost estimate within 24 hours.
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