
PBX Potassium Butyl Xanthate
PBX 90% 85% is a collector of moderate ability, good selectivity collector is suitable for chalcopyrite, sphalerite iron pyrite and sphalerite activated, etc. and can be used from copper sulfide flotation of sulfide ore.
Product Name: Potassium Butyl Xanthate (PBX)
CAS Number:
Molecular Formula: C4H7KOS2
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Density: Approximately 1.05 g/cm³ at 25°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable; decomposes upon heating
Melting Point: Solidifies at low temperatures
pH: Alkaline in aqueous solution (pH > 7)
Solubility: Soluble in water
Product Description: Potassium Butyl Xanthate (PBX) is an efficient collector used in the froth flotation process of various ores in the mining industry. It is a potassium salt of butyl xanthic acid and is renowned for effectively promoting the separation of valuable minerals from gangue.
Key Features:
- High Efficiency: PBX exhibits strong collecting properties, significantly enhancing the selective flotation of mineral particles.
- Selective Flocculation: Provides selective flocculation capabilities, facilitating the separation of minerals based on their hydrophobicity.
- Versatility: Compatible with a variety of ore types, PBX can be used in conjunction with other flotation reagents for tailored separation processes.
- Environmental Consideration: Less toxic and biodegradable compared to some other xanthate collectors, making it an eco-friendly choice.
PBX xanthate | ||
Formula: C5H9KOS2 | ||
Variety / project | Dry goods | Synthetics |
Exterior | Yellow granular particles stick | Yellow granular particles stick |
Active ingredients%, ≥ | 90 | 85 |
Free base%, ≤ | 0.2 | 0.5 |
Water and volatile matter%, ≤ | 4 | 10 |
Solubility | Soluble in water free of impurities |
Applications:
- Froth Flotation: Primarily used in the flotation of non-ferrous and precious metal sulfide ores, such as copper, lead, zinc, and others.
- Mineral Processing: Enhances the efficiency of mineral beneficiation processes, leading to higher recovery rates and purity of the end product.
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