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Every electronic device contains Printed circuit boards (PCBs) – the backbone of modern tech, but also a major e-waste management challenge. Since PCBs are made of valuable materials such as silver or copper, many people start recycling business for waste PCB boards to recover these metal materials for money.
YUSHUNXIN’s innovative recycling technology can help you to extract those materials from circuit boards. So now let’s take a look at YSX recycling machines.

What can Circuit Board Recycling Line Dispose?

Circuit board recycling production lines are designed to recover valuable metals from raw materials. Here are some suitable raw materials our recycling machines can dispose. (If you don’t see your e-waste item(s) listed above, please contact us. YUSHUNXIN would be happy to assist you.)

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Printed Circuit Boards (PC’s): Scrap PCB from electronic devices like computers, smartphones, appliances, and other consumer electronics.
E-waste: General electronic waste such as old computers, mobile phones, televisions, printers, and other electronic gadgets.
Copper-clad Laminate (CCL): Used or defective CCL materials, which are the base materials for manufacturing PCB.
Metal Foils: Copper and other metal foils that are used in PCB manufacturing, which might be defective or leftover from production processes.
Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs): Populated boards with components that can be processed to recover metals and other materials.

What Machines Are There in the Circuit Board Recovery Line?

The SUNRISE circuit board recycling production line includes the dismantling machine, shredder, crusher, sorting machine, and dust removal equipment.

PCB Dismantling Machine

The dismantling machine removes various electronic components (such as capacitors, resistors, IC chips, connectors, etc.) from the circuit board. These components contain many precious metals and other recyclable materials. Through dismantling, the circuit board is separated and broken down into smaller parts, providing a basis for subsequent shredding and fine recycling.

At the same time, the circuit board may contain some harmful substances, such as lead, mercury, etc. The dismantling machine can separate these harmful substances without destroying the precious electronic components, reducing pollution to the environment.

Circuit Board Shredder

The shredderis used for the initial crushing of waste circuit boards, breaking large pieces of material into smaller fragments for easier subsequent processing.

Through mechanical shearing and tearing actions, the shredder reduces circuit boards into smaller fragments– about 2-3 cm pieces. During this process, metals and non-metals are still mixed. Shredders typically include a primary shredder for coarse crushing and a secondary shredder for further size reduction.

PCB Crusher

The crusher further processes the shredded circuit board fragments to achieve a smaller particle size.

The crusher uses high-speed rotating blades or grinding wheels to further pulverize the fragments into powder– about 20 mesh. This step is crucial because only when the materials are finely ground into small enough particles can the subsequent separation process efficiently separate metals from non-metallic components

Sorting machine for PCB materials

Sorting equipment classifies the crushed and ground mixed materials, separating different types of materials such as metals and resin powder.

Sorting equipment typically includes magnetic separators and electrostatic separators. Magnetic separators are used to separate ferromagnetic metals such as iron; electrostatic separators use differences in electrical conductivity to separate metals and non-metals using electrostatic forces.

Air Separation Machine for Circuit Boards

The air separator further refines the classification by using air flow to separate lightweight resin powder from heavier metal powder.

The air separator takes advantage of the density differences in materials. Under the action of airflow, lightweight resin powder is blown away, while heavier metal powder falls down, achieving separation.

Dust Removal System for PCBs

Dust removal equipment captures and removes the dust generated during the shredding, grinding, and sorting processes, ensuring a clean and environmentally friendly production line.

Dust removal equipment typically includes baghouse dust collectors, cyclone dust collectors, and wet scrubbers. Baghouse dust collectors capture dust through filter bags; cyclone dust collectors use rotating airflows to separate dust from the air; wet scrubbers capture dust by spraying a mist of water.

What are the Advantages of YSX PCB Recycling Line?

Simple Equipment Configuration

Compared to other recycling systems, this line uses fewer machines, which translates to lower recycling costs and significantly reduces your equipment procurement expenses.

High Degree of Automation

In addition, it allows you to spend less on hiring workers for circuit board recycling. The production line has an electrical control system, which greatly increases automation. It can even offer a fully automatic circuit board recycling system. As a result, you only need to employ 2-5 workers to separate metals from the waste circuit boards in the whole line.

Small Footprint

Finally, purchasing a circuit board recycling line also features the advantage of occupying less space. The smallest circuit board recycling line only covers an area of 80 square meters. This can help you reduce the cost of workshop rent.

How to Layout a Circuit Boards Recycling Plant?

Intake and Storage Area

This is the starting point of the process where incoming e-waste is inspected, weighed, and temporarily stored. Typically around 15-20% of the total facility space, depending on daily volume. For a mid-sized operation, this might be about 500-700 square meters. The area should accommodate a sorting line with ample room to maneuver machinery like forklifts.

Dismantling and Sorting Zone

Manual and semi-automated processes occur here, breaking down the PCBs into components. About 25-30% of the total facility, roughly 700-1,000 square meters for medium operations. Ergonomic workstations are crucial for manual dismantling; a combination of conveyor belts and sorting stations should facilitate fast and efficient processing.

Shredding and Crushing Zone

To prepare the PCB for material separation through mechanical processes. Around 10-15% of the facility, equating to 300-500 square meters. Soundproofing walls and high-efficiency dust collection systems are crucial to manage noise and airborne particles.

Material Separation and Refining Zone

Separation of metals and other materials through advanced technologies such as eddy current separators and magnetic systems. Requires about 20-25% of total space, typically around 600-850 square meters.

Finished Goods Warehouse

To store recovered raw materials.The area of this part depends on your production line output and other factors. You need to determine it according to the situation. Approximately 10-15% of facility.

Specialized Infrastructure and Safety Design

Ventilation and Climate Control

– Advanced climate control throughout the facility to ensure worker comfort and material quality.

– High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) systems are recommended to handle specific dust and contaminants associated with PCB materials.

Safety Systems

– Emergency exits, sprinkler systems, and clear signage promoting safety are non-negotiables.

– Incorporate RFID systems for real-time tracking of equipment and materials to enhance security and administrative insights.

Why Choose YUSHUNXIN to Provide PCB Recycling Solutions?

An Experienced Manufacturer for PCB Recycling Lines

Choose a Reliable Circuit Board Recycling Equipment Manufacturer is important. A top, trusted, and seasoned producer is more likely to deliver superior-quality PCB recycling machines, like SUNRISE. As a respected manufacturer, we have vast experience in setting up recycling production lines.

Expertise and Customization for Your Recycling Solutions

We employ skilled and experienced staff to design and manufacture various types of machines, assist you in selecting the right machine for your recycling needs, ensuring that you get exactly what you need.

Competitive Prices for Circuit Board Disposing Machines

Additionally, our factory is committed to providing customers with the most competitive prices. We can offer attractive ex-factory prices to ensure that you enjoy the most cost-effective products and services.

How Much Does a Circuit Board Recycling Line Cost?

200-400 kg/h Small Circuit Board Recycling Line

Approximately $50,000 to $150,000, including the dismantling machine, shredder, crusher, sorting machine, and dust removal equipment. Small-scale lines are suitable for small to medium enterprises or startups, relatively simple and low-cost.

400-700 kg/h Medium Circuit Board Recycling Line

Approximately $150,000 to $300,000. In addition to the equipment in small-scale lines, medium-scale lines require higher-specification equipment. Medium-scale lines require more efficient equipment and automation systems to handle medium-scale processing needs.

700-1000 kg/h Large Circuit Board Recycling Line

Approximately $300,000 to $500,000 or more. Large-scale lines need the most advanced equipment and systems to maximize recycling efficiency and environmental compliance.

P.S. Above are estimates. The differences in equipment configuration for different scale PCB recycling lines mainly lie in processing capacity, automation, and separation precision.

Choosing the right equipment configuration based on specific needs is the key. Welcome to contact us to obtain the most suitable solution.