What Does A Gold Trommel Do?

A gold trommel is a piece of mining equipment that is used to separate valuable minerals, primarily gold, from waste material or overburden. It operates by using a rotating drum filled with water and a mesh screen at the bottom. As the drum rotates, the mineral-rich material is fed into the top, and the water and motion of the drum cause the heavier gold particles to settle and pass through the screen, while lighter materials are washed away. This process is highly effective for alluvial gold mining, where gold is found in sand or gravel deposits.