How it works and what it targets
Jet shaping accelerates particles in gas and uses controlled interactions to modify edges or shape while separating the desired size fraction. Its action and equipment contact differ from mechanical shaping. For hard particles such as diamond and silicon carbide, evaluate shape change, fines generation and liner wear together.
Reference process steps
- 1Assess morphology and hardness, defining edge modification or structure-preservation targets.
- 2Tune gas action and classification so shaping does not become uncontrolled size reduction.
- 3Separate product and fines, then test morphology and wear contamination.
Configuration and operating conditions
Hard abrasives
Diamond, silicon carbide and zircon require separate assessment of crystal form, fracture behaviour and end use. Wear resistance and acceptable contaminant elements both guide material selection.
Comparison with mechanical shaping
Compare jet and mechanical shaping on the same sample using product window, morphology distribution, yield and system energy before selecting a single or combined route.
Information needed for selection
Provide feed microscopy, hardness, size distribution, morphology targets, fines limits, purity and available gas supply.
Discuss selection inputsTrial and acceptance considerations
Demonstrate results with microscopy, size analysis and mass balance. Suitability for hard materials does not establish that every morphology target is achievable.