The Superior Capture Rate of Mineral Jigs
When it comes to recovering gold and other precious minerals, efficiency and reliability are critical. At Riverdance Gold Mining, we take pride in offering the world’s only portable mineral jigs: the Mini Max, Riverdance Max, and Pioneer Peak Max. One of the standout features of these jigs is their superior capture rate compared to traditional mining equipment.
What Is Capture Rate?
Capture rate refers to the percentage of gold or minerals recovered during the extraction process. In mining, especially for placer gold operations, a high capture rate means more profitability and less waste. Achieving this efficiency can be challenging with conventional equipment, but mineral jigs excel in this regard.
Why Are Mineral Jigs More Effective?
Unlike traditional equipment such as sluice boxes and trommels, mineral jigs offer gravimetric separation. Water is pulsed up and down through a mesh screen and a layer of steel shot, encouraging feed material to stratify. Heavy particles like gold quickly settle while lighter, unwanted material is discarded. This dynamic process separates the material by specific gravity while simultaneously screening the material into different size groups.
Conventional equipment often struggles with fine gold recovery, with some methods losing up to 70% of smaller gold particles. Mineral jigs, on the other hand, can capture particles as small as 50 microns, delivering an exceptional recovery rate of 95% or more. This makes them particularly valuable for operations targeting fine gold deposits or working in areas with challenging mineral compositions.
Built for Versatility
Riverdance Gold Mining’s portable jigs are not only efficient but also adaptable to various mining conditions. Whether you’re prospecting in remote locations with the Mini Max or running a high-capacity operation with the Pioneer Peak Max, these jigs ensure a higher yield with minimal environmental impact.
Beyond Gold Recovery
The benefits of mineral jigs aren’t limited to gold. They are effective in recovering a wide range of precious gems and minerals, including diamonds, sapphires, platinum, tin, and rare earth elements. This versatility sets them apart from other equipment, making them an essential tool for modern mining operations.
Final Thoughts
The superior capture rate and gravimetric separation offered by mineral jigs translates into higher productivity and profitability for miners. At Riverdance Gold Mining, our portable jigs are designed to maximize recovery while minimizing operational complexity. Whether you’re a hobbyist or a professional miner, investing in a mineral jig ensures you get the most out of your mining endeavors.