This equipment is built for coarse grinding and manufactured sand production. It delivers even particle size and helps cut down over-grinding.
Feed size: 0-50 mm Capacity: 5-180 t/h Suitable materials: quartz, iron ore, copper ore, gold ore, cement clinker, pyrrhotite, hematite, limonite and similar rocks.
The MBS rod mill is a drum-type grinding machine that uses steel rods as the grinding media. Compared with a traditional ball mill, the rods make line contact with the material. This gives a more selective crushing action and works better for coarse grinding, pre-concentration, or any process that needs tighter control of particle size distribution.
It is widely used in mineral processing plants, manufactured sand lines, building materials, and metal ore processing.
Feeding material directly into a ball mill is a common mistake. It leads to severe over-grinding, structural damage of minerals and a big variation in the size of the resulting particles. This is a major issue that causes downstream processes to work harder.
Rod mill is known to limit particle size variation better and also produces less ultra-fine material. So it is much better to choose when coarse-grinding has to deliver a higher-quality product.
The MBS rod mill design has been significantly improved to include better drum design with a suitable rod ratio and an optimized drive system. A complete grinding package comes with it to ensure a smooth and regular product flow, energy-efficient operation, and longer machine uptime.
Do spare parts arrive late? Being a genuine spare part company Sanland can quickly deliver parts by using its service network worldwide. Thus, customers can minimize downtime and have uninterrupted production.
Model | Cylinder diameter (mm) | Shell length (mm) | Effective volume (m³) | Max ball load (t) | Speed (r/min) | Output (t/h) | Main motor | Overall dimensions (m) | Total weight (t) | |||||
Model | Power (kW) | Speed (r/min) | Voltage (V) | Length | Width | Height |
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MBS 0918 | 900 | 1800 | 1 | 2.5 | 35.4 | 0.62–3.2 | Y225M-8 | 22 | 730 | 380 | 4.98 | 2.37 | 2.02 | 5.7 |
MBS 0924 | 900 | 2400 | 1.32 | 3.5 | — | 0.81–4.3 | Y250M-8 | 30 | — | 380 | 5.67 | 3.28 | — | 5.88 |
MBS 1530 | 1500 | 3000 | 5 | 8 | 26 | 2.4–7.5 | JR125-8 | 95 | 725 | 380 | 7.6 | 3.2 | 2.77 | 17.14 |
MBS 2130 | 2100 | 3000 | 9 | 25 | 20.9 | Determined according to process conditions | JR137-8 | 210 | 735 | 380 | 8.7 | 4.8 | 4.4 | 42.18 |
MBS 2136 | 2100 | 3600 | 11 | 27 | — | — | — | — | 380 | 6 | — | — | 45 | |
Model | Cylinder diameter (mm) | Shell length (mm) | Effective volume (m³) | Max ball load (t) | Speed (r/min) | Output (t/h) | Main motor | Overall dimensions (m) | Total weight (t) | |||||
Model | Power (kW) | Speed (r/min) | Voltage (V) | Length | Width | Height |
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MBS 2736 | 2700 | 3600 | 18.5 | 49 | 18 | Determined according to process conditions | TDMK400-32 | 400 | 187.5 | 6000 | 11.9 | 5.7 | 4.7 | 69.7 |
MBS 2740 | 2700 | 4000 | 20.6 | 51 | — | — | — | — | 6000 | 12.3 | — | — | 72 | |
MBS 3245 | 3200 | 4500 | 32.8 | 50 | 16 | — | TDMK630-36 | 630 | 167 | 6000 | 14.6 | 7 | 5.3 | 109 |
MBS 3645 | 3600 | 4500 | 43 | 110 | 14.7 | — | TDMK1250-40 | 1250 | 150 | 6000 | 15.2 | 8.8 | 6.8 | 159.9 |
MBS 3654 | 3600 | 5400 | 50 | 124 | 15.1 | — | TDMK100-36/2600 | 1000 | 167 | 6000 | 15.9 | 8 | 6.7 | 150 |
The Rod mill uses the line contact between steel rods to break larger particles first. Finer particles can leave the mill sooner, which reduces the chance of over-grinding.
The way the rods sit inside creates a relatively stable grinding space. As a result, the discharge size stays more even and fewer coarse and fine particles get mixed together.
This Mining Rod Mill is designed for the coarse grinding stage. It can accept larger feed sizes and prepares a steady stream of material for later ball milling, magnetic separation, flotation or other steps.
By adjusting the rod load, operating settings and process conditions, the machine can meet different customers’ requirements for final product size.
Check the drum liners and steel rods regularly and replace worn parts in time. Keep the lubrication system working properly and fine-tune the grinding parameters when the material changes.
Following a simple daily maintenance routine helps avoid unexpected stops and keeps the whole unit running more efficiently.
Founded in 1988 in Shenyang, China, Sanland manufactures crushing, screening, mineral processing and material handling equipment.
Our 95,000 m² facilities in Shenyang and Kaiyuan, staffed by over 350 people, handle the full production chain — casting, machining, welding, assembly and testing — for strict quality control.
In 30+ years we have built more than 110 crushing lines worldwide (100–3,000 t/h) and also provide custom equipment, plant upgrades, process design, installation, commissioning and technical support.
Equipment is operating in 60+ countries across mining, quarrying and aggregate projects, with clients such as BHP, Vale, CODELCO, Anglo American, ANSTEEL, Philex Mining, China Gold and Huaxin Cement.
A service centre in Ontario, Canada, with local engineers and a 3,000 m² parts warehouse, delivers installation support, troubleshooting, spares and after-sales service.
ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 certified, AAA Enterprise Credit rated and holding multiple patents, Sanland continues to supply reliable solutions to the global mining and aggregate industries.
In the early stage we can arrange ore testing, machine selection, process optimization and capacity calculation to reduce the risk of wrong choices.
We provide installation guidance, commissioning, operator training and maintenance plans.
Through our overseas service network we continue to offer technical advice and original spare parts so the equipment keeps running reliably.
A quartz sand manufacturing project in Zhejiang focused on high-quality manufactured sand. The customer paid close attention to energy use and maintenance cost.
They chose the MBS2745 as the main coarse-grinding and sand-making unit — a practical Quartz sand rod mill for their needs.
The machine ran steadily over long periods. Finished product size stayed even and within specification. Maintenance frequency dropped and overall economic benefit rose by about 11%.
What is the difference between a rod mill and a ball mill? A Rod mill uses steel rods as the grinding media and breaks material mainly through line contact. It is better for coarse grinding and processes that need to limit over-grinding. A ball mill uses steel balls and is more suitable for finer grinding.
What logistics and delivery services are included? We can arrange custom packing, prepare customs documents, plan the shipping schedule and track the shipment the whole way. Both single machines and complete lines can be delivered.
Can Sanland provide a complete grinding solution? Yes. Sanland has a mining engineering team that can handle everything from laboratory testing and process design to equipment manufacturing, installation and commissioning.
What kinds of certifications are Sanland certified with? ISO 14001 for environment and ISO 45001 for occupational health & safety are two of the major environmental and safety certifications that the company possesses. In addition, it has multiple "AAA" enterprise credits and a patent database. Other certifications, too, could be arranged for the market or project needs.
We are a professional manufacturer of mining machinery, specializing in the R&D and production of cone crushers, jaw crushers, and other mining crushing equipment. All equipment is manufactured and quality-controlled within our own production system, allowing us to directly address customer requirements and minimize intermediate links.
Yes. Our products can be supplied with internationally recognized certifications such as CE upon customer request. Our production processes strictly comply with quality management system requirements, ensuring that all equipment meets applicable safety and performance standards for export markets.
For standard models, we typically maintain a stable production cycle and complete delivery within 30 days. For customized configurations or special operating conditions, the lead time will be confirmed based on the specific solution. A clear production and delivery schedule will be provided upon order confirmation.
For complete machinery, the MOQ is generally one unit. For wear parts and accessories, the MOQ can be confirmed based on the specific model and requirements—please feel free to consult us for details.
Prior to shipment, all equipment undergoes anti-rust and anti-moisture treatment. We typically adopt wooden crates or reinforced packaging to ensure safe delivery during long-distance sea or land transportation.
We offer flexible shipping solutions including sea freight, land transportation, or multimodal transport, and we cooperate with customers or their designated freight forwarders to manage container loading and dispatch arrangements.
We generally support commonly used international payment methods such as T/T (telegraphic transfer). Specific payment terms can be negotiated based on the order value and cooperation circumstances.
Yes. We offer customized production and OEM services to meet specific customer requirements, including adjustments to equipment structure, technical parameters, and logo/branding customization.
Prior to order confirmation, we can provide product specifications, technical descriptions, application recommendations, and relevant images or documentation to help customers gain a thorough understanding of equipment performance and make informed procurement decisions.
