Abstract
Ca mineral flotation was performed to characterise the separation conditions of calcite, francolite, fluorite and gypsum at neutral pH. These minerals constitute the gangue of metallic or sedimentary ores. The separation of Ca minerals is difficult because of their similar surface properties. Thus, the effect of using different electrolytes on francolite zeta potential measurements was studied. Batch experiments were performed to generate scientific knowledge of Ca mineral flotation behaviour at neutral pH. This paper discusses the effect of mixing anionic collectors (sodium oleate, hydroxamic acid, D2EHPA) with nonionic reagents on the selective separation of Ca minerals. The most interesting observation is the separation of gypsum from other Ca minerals using a mixture of sodium oleate and nonionic reagents. Additionally, this paper discusses the enhancement of separation contrast between calcite and francolite by adding nonionic and anionic reagents.
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