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Reliable Gold Recovery for Placer and Alluvial Mining
Product Information
A Portable Gold Sluice Box provides a convenient solution for prospectors and small-scale mining operators who need to transport gold recovery equipment between different working areas. Its lightweight and compact design makes it suitable for remote placer deposits, exploration sites, river operations, and locations where conventional processing equipment is difficult to move.
The equipment works on the principle of gravity separation. Gold-bearing sand and gravel are introduced into the upper section of the sluice while water flows through the channel. Riffles and recovery mats create areas of lower turbulence where dense particles can settle and remain trapped, while lighter material continues downstream.
Advantage of Sluice Box
The internal recovery system can be configured according to the expected gold particle size and feed characteristics. Different riffle profiles and sluice mats can be used to improve the retention of coarse gold and fine gold. The operating angle and water flow can also be adjusted during installation to achieve stable material movement and effective gravity separation.
Gold Sluice Boxes are suitable for small-scale gold mining, placer mining, exploration projects, recreational prospecting, and as part of a larger gravity gold recovery plant. They can also be combined with trommel screens, vibrating screens, feeders, pumps, and other equipment to create a complete processing system. With a simple structure, low operating requirements, and convenient maintenance, the sluice box remains a practical solution for recovering free gold from suitable alluvial materials.
Technical Specifications
| Equipment Type | Gold Sluice Box |
|---|---|
| Application | Placer Gold & Alluvial Gold Recovery |
| Recovery Method | Gravity Separation |
| Construction Material | Aluminum / Carbon Steel / Stainless Steel |
| Sluice Length | 1–6 m, Customizable |
| Sluice Width | 200–1,000 mm, Customizable |
| Feed Size | Up to 50–100 mm, Depending on Design |
| Processing Capacity | 1–100 t/h, Depending on Model |
| Water Flow | Adjustable |
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