ATF is expanding our range of ceramic-insert wear parts following successful field trials at copper and gold mining operations across South America and Australia.
The Technology
Our ceramic insert components embed alumina (Al2O3) ceramic tiles into a high-chrome white iron matrix. The ceramics provide extreme hardness (1800 HV) at wear surfaces, while the metal matrix absorbs impact forces and holds the ceramic elements in place.
Field Trial Results
Site:Major copper mine, Chile
Equipment:Metso HP500 cone crusher
Feed Material:Copper ore (Bond Work Index: 15.2)
| Metric | Standard High Chrome | Ceramic Insert |
|---|---|---|
| Wear Life | 2,800 hours | 4,100 hours |
| Cost | $12,500 | $17,800 |
| Cost/Hour | $4.46 | $4.34 |
| Downtime | 6 changes/year | 4 changes/year |
Available Products
Ceramic insert options are now available for:
- Cone Crushers: Mantles and concaves for HP, CH, and Symons series
- Jaw Crushers: Jaw plates for high-abrasion applications
- Impact Crushers: Blow bars and impact plates
When to Consider Ceramic Inserts
- 1Processing highly abrasive ores (silica content >60%)
- 2When crusher uptime is critical
- 3Remote operations where change-outs are costly
- 4High-volume operations where extended wear life offsets premium pricing
Request a quotation for ceramic insert options on your next wear part order.