c125 jaw crusher
c125 jaw crusher
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What is a C125 Jaw Crusher?
The Nordberg C125 Jaw Crusher is a robust and reliable model from the well-known Nordberg C Series jaw crusher family. It is engineered for heavy-duty primary crushing in stationary and mobile crushing plants. Known for its durability and high performance, the C125 is designed to handle the toughest hard rock and ores, making it a staple in quarries, mines, and large-scale aggregate production.
How Does a C125 Jaw Crusher Work?
The C125 Jaw Crusher operates on the powerful principle of compressive crushing, often referred to as “jaw crushing.”
Feed Material: Large rocks (feed size up to 1250mm) are deposited into the top of the crusher’s vibrating grizzly feeder.
Crushing Chamber: The material enters the fixed crushing chamber, which is formed by a fixed jaw die and a movable jaw die.
Eccentric Shaft Movement: A large eccentric shaft drives the movable jaw in an elliptical motion. As it moves towards the fixed jaw, it compresses the rock against the stationary surface.
Compressive Force: This immense pressure fractures the rock into smaller pieces.
Discharge: The crushed material moves down the chamber as it gets smaller. The final product size is determined by the closed-side setting (CSS)—the narrowest gap between the jaw dies at the bottom. The crushed material exits the crusher at the discharge point.
Key Features of the C125 Jaw Crusher
Robust Frame: A non-welded, pinned and bolted design ensures exceptional strength and long-term reliability under high stress.
Large Feed Opening: 1250mm x 950mm (49″ x 37″) feed opening allows it to process large-sized boulders efficiently.
Long & Steep Crushing Cavity: The optimized kinematics and deep crushing chamber ensure high capacity and a sharp nip angle for effective breaking.
Durable Jaw Dies: High-quality manganese steel jaw dies are designed for long service life and are reversible to maximize utilization.
Modular Design: Facilitates easy maintenance and replacement of components.
Advantages of the C125 Jaw Crusher
Proven Reliability: A classic design with a track record of performance in the most demanding environments.
High Capacity and Reduction Ratio: Capable of processing large volumes of material with a significant size reduction in a single pass.
Low Operational Costs: Simple design, easy maintenance, and long component life contribute to a lower total cost of ownership.
Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of applications, from primary crushing in aggregate plants to processing tough ores in mining.
Safety Features: Designed with safety in mind, with guarding and easy access for maintenance
What Materials Can the C125 Jaw Crusher Process?
The C125 is built to handle the hardest and most abrasive materials, including:
Granite, Basalt, and Other Hard Rock
Abrasive Quarry Rock
Ores (Iron Ore, Copper Ore, Gold Ore)
Recycled Concrete and Demolition Waste
Gravel and River Stone
It is the ideal primary crusher for any operation requiring consistent, high-tonnage output of sized aggregate or prepared feed for secondary crushing.
Custom C125 Jaw Crusher Solutions
While the Nordberg C125 is a standardized model known for its performance, we understand that every crushing operation has unique requirements. We provide tailored C125 jaw crusher solutions to meet your specific needs.
Our customization services include:
Custom Configuration: Integration with specific feeders, screens, and conveyors to create a complete crushing circuit.
Drive System Options: Customization of the motor and drive pulleys to match your plant’s power supply and operational requirements.
Mobility Solutions: Mounting the C125 on a custom-built mobile or portable chassis for increased flexibility.
Wear Parts Optimization: Supplying jaw dies with custom profiles or materials to best suit the specific material you are crushing, maximizing wear life.
Control System Integration: Fitting the crusher with modern automation and control systems for optimal performance and monitoring.
Contact us today to discuss your project requirements. We will provide a C125 jaw crusher solution engineered for your success.