The Process of TM-machine Lithium Battery Recycling Equipment
Lithium battery recycling is a critical process for managing electronic waste and recovering valuable materials. Here’s a brief overview of the entire process using advanced recycling equipment.
Collection and Sorting: The process begins with the collection of used lithium batteries from various sources, such as consumer electronics and electric vehicles. The collected batteries are then sorted based on their type and chemistry to ensure efficient processing.
Pre-Processing: In this stage, the batteries are disassembled to separate the cells from other components. This is typically done using automated machinery that safely removes the casing and any non-battery materials.
Shredding and Crushing: The separated battery cells are then shredded and crushed into smaller pieces. This step helps to liberate the valuable materials inside the cells, including lithium, cobalt, nickel, and graphite.
Separation and Extraction: The crushed material undergoes various separation techniques to isolate different components. Magnetic separators, air classifiers, and other advanced technologies are used to separate metals from non-metals and to extract valuable materials.
Chemical Processing: The separated materials are then treated with chemical processes to further purify and recover specific metals. For example, hydrometallurgical methods may be used to extract lithium, cobalt, and nickel from the crushed battery materials.
Refinement and Purification: The recovered materials are refined and purified to meet industry standards. This stage ensures that the extracted metals are of high quality and suitable for reuse in new batteries or other applications.

Final Product and Disposal: The purified materials are either prepared for resale or used in manufacturing new batteries. Any residual waste from the process is managed and disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner.