Buying mining equipment is a big decision. Money is tight. You look at the price tag. A used crusher looks cheap. A new crusher looks expensive. But is the cheap one really cheap. We need to look deeper. We are SBM. We know mining. We see many clients make mistakes. They buy old machines. They lose money later. This article compares new and used crushers. We look at data. We look at facts. We help you choose right. The goal is profit. Not just saving cash today.
New machines have high tech. They use new materials. The price includes warranty. It includes service. You pay for peace of mind. A used machine is just iron. You do not know its history. Maybe it was abused. Maybe it crushed hard granite for 10 years. The seller will not tell you. You take a risk.
New machines from SBM use modern design. We use better steel. This costs money. But it lasts longer. Old machines use old tech. They consume more power. They break more often. You must calculate the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). This is the real price. The sticker price is just the start.
You must understand the machine. It is simple but precise. Take a Jaw Crusher. It has a fixed jaw. It has a moving jaw. The moving jaw swings. It squeezes the rock. The rock breaks. This is the crushing ratio. It is usually 4:1 or 6:1. This means big rock becomes small rock.
Important terms are CSS and OSS. CSS is Closed Side Setting. OSS is Open Side Setting. This is the gap at the bottom. It decides the product size. If the gap is wrong; you lose money. Used machines have worn toggles. The gap changes. You cannot control it. Reference the SME Mining Engineering Handbook. It says precise CSS is key. SBM machines hold settings well.
Cone crushers are different. They use a mantle. It spins in a circle. It crushes rock against a concave. The speed matters. The eccentric throw matters. If the bearing is loose; the throw changes. Used cone crushers often have bad bearings. This ruins your yield. You get flat particles. You want cubic particles. New machines give cubic shapes.
Used gear hides secrets. Metal gets tired. We call this fatigue. You cannot see it. The frame might crack tomorrow. The shaft might snap next week. International Journal of Mineral Processing has data. It shows vibration damages metal over time. A 10 year old machine is tired. It looks fine painted. Inside it is weak.
Energy is another cost. Old motors are inefficient. They waste electricity. A new SBM motor is efficient. It saves 10% or 15% on power bills. Over 5 years; that is huge money. Also consider parts. Old models stop making parts. You cannot find a spare. Your mine stops. You lose $1000 every hour. Is the used machine still cheap. No it is not.
Let us look at a real job. SBM helped a client in Tanzania. The mine was gold. The rock was granite. Hardness was f=12-14. Very hard. The client wanted to save money. He looked at used crushers. We showed him the math. He chose new SBM equipment.
We installed a PE-900×1200 Jaw Crusher. This is the primary. We added a PY Cone Crusher. This is the secondary. The climate was hot. Dust was heavy. A used machine would overheat. Our new machine has better cooling. It has sealed bearings.
The result was good. The plant ran 20 hours a day. Downtime was low. The client said “SBM saved my project.” He produced 300 tons per hour. The particle size was perfect. 80% was under 20mm. This helped the ball mill. The ball mill worked less. It saved more power. The total profit went up. If he bought used; he would still be fixing it.
| Feature | New SBM Crusher | Typical Used Crusher |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Cost | High | Low |
| Energy Efficiency | High (Modern Motor) | Low (Old Winding) |
| Maintenance Freq | Low (New Parts) | High (Worn Parts) |
| Warranty | 1-2 Years | None |
| Spare Parts | Available | Hard to Find |
Yes it is. New machines need oil changes. They need liner checks. That is all. Used machines need major repairs. You might replace the main shaft. This costs $5000 or more. You might replace the eccentric bushing. This takes 3 days. Your crew is idle.
SBM designs for easy fix. We use bolts not welds where possible. We give you a manual. We give you tools. A used seller gives you nothing. You are on your own. We also train your team. We teach them to listen. A weird noise means trouble. We teach them to grease. Proper grease saves bearings.
Think about safety too. Old machines have loose guards. They have bad wires. It is dangerous. Workers can get hurt. New machines meet safety rules. They have emergency stops. They have covers. Safety is number one. Do not risk lives for cheap price.
ROI is Return on Investment. You spend money to make money. Let’s do simple math. A new crusher costs $100000. It lasts 10 years. Cost is $10000 per year. A used crusher costs $50000. It lasts 3 years. Cost is $16666 per year. The used one costs more per year. This is simple logic.
Also add production. New machine runs 95% of time. Used machine runs 80% of time. You lose 15% production. If you make $1000 a day. You lose $150 a day. In a year you lose $50000. The used machine is a thief. It steals your profit.
SBM helps you calculate this. We look at your ore. We look at your power cost. We give you a report. You see the numbers. You decide. Most smart bosses choose new. It is an investment. Not an expense.
We asked a client in Peru. He bought a cone crusher. He said; “The installation was fast.” SBM engineers went to the site. We poured the concrete foundation. We leveled the machine. We connected the power. It took 5 days. The machine started. It ran smooth.
He had a used machine before. He said; “It shook too much.” The vibrations broke the belt conveyor. He fixed it every week. Now with SBM; he relaxes. He checks the oil. He changes the liner every 3 months. That is it. His workers are happy. They do not work at night fixing broken bolts. Production is stable.
1. Can I just replace parts on a used crusher?
You can. But it is hard. The frame is the problem. If the frame is bent; parts will not fit. You buy a new bearing. It fits loose. It breaks again. You waste money on parts. The core must be good. SBM frames are stress relieved. They stay straight.
2. What if my budget is very small?
We understand. Cash is king. But consider financing. Maybe pay over time. Or buy a smaller new machine. A small new machine is better than a big broken one. It runs reliable. You make cash flow. Then you buy bigger. Do not start with a headache.
3. Does SBM help with installation?
Yes we do. We do not just ship iron. We send people. We guide you. We ensure the motor spins right way. We check the belt tension. We set the CSS for you. We stay until rock is crushed. This is our promise. You are not alone.
Mining is tough business. You fight rock. You fight weather. Do not fight your machine. Choose a weapon that works. New equipment is reliable. It is predictable. You know your cost.
Used equipment is a gamble. You might win. You probably lose. The risk is high. If the main shaft breaks; you are done. Parts take months to ship. Your mine becomes a hole in the ground. No money comes out.
Choose SBM. We offer value. High tech. Good price. Great support. We stand by our machines. Check our specs. Look at our cases. The choice is clear. Invest in new. Invest in future.
Summary is simple. Don’t be fooled by low price tag. Look at the long road. SBM walks with you. We ensure you crush rock; not your wallet.
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