D497 – Your Go-To Solution for Clay Control in Flotation

Product Details

Depressant D497

 

Dealing with slimes, froth instability, or slow tailings settling? D497, developed by Y&X Beijing Technology Co., Ltd., is a purpose-built depressant designed to resolve exactly those issues. It delivers consistent results in flotation plants processing clay-rich or fine-grained ores, where conventional reagents often fall short.

What Makes D497 Stand Out

  • Strong Clay Suppression
    Effectively inhibits minerals like montmorillonite and kaolinite that interfere with flotation performance.
  • Improves Flotation Selectivity
    Helps reduce gangue entrainment and enhances the response of valuable sulfide minerals.
  • Boosts Thickener Efficiency
    Speeds up tailings settling and improves water clarity for reuse.
  • Simple to Use, Safe to Store
    Powder form, easy to prepare (2-5% solution), and stable in dry, ventilated storage for up to 24 months.
  • Works Alone or with Sodium Silicate
    Demonstrates even better results when combined with water glass (recommended ratio: 1:1-3:1).

Application Guide

  • Dosage: 20-500 g/t depending on ore properties
  • Usage Points: Add to grinding, conditioning, or flotation stage
  • Preparation: Dissolve in clean water ≥5°C with continuous stirring

 

From froth to final tailings, D497 gives you better control, cleaner concentrate, and more efficient water management.
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