What inputs are needed for pinion power calculation?

You need the mill diameter, length, rotational speed (as % of critical speed), charge level, ore density, and the liner profile type.

How does slurry density affect power?

Changes in slurry density alter the total mass being moved, which directly impacts the required pinion power.

Can I calculate motor efficiency losses?

Yes, by using the motor power tool, you can account for both transmission and motor efficiency to find the total electrical demand.

SAG Mill Pinion Power Calculator MCP Connector for Claude

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Calculate mechanical and electrical power requirements for SAG mill pinions.

4 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

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This MCP server provides specialized engineering tools to calculate the power requirements for Semi-Autogenous Grinding (SAG) mill pinions. It allows AI agents to determine the mechanical calculate_pinion_power needed based on mill geometry and ore characteristics, calculate the total electrical calculate_motor_power required, and assess calculate_power_utilization relative to motor capacity. Additionally, it can analyze_slurry_impact to understand how changes in slurry density affect power draw.

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Connect to Claude

Subscribe on Vinkius, then add this connector to Claude.ai or Claude Code.

① Claude.ai (web app)

Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
Paste the MCP endpoint URL below

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_PtjnWeCAOBMmGQAVpszlDszReCSA4cjFcdBJK5pV/mcp

② Claude Code (terminal)

claude mcp add --transport http sag-mill-pinion-power-calculator https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_PtjnWeCAOBMmGQAVpszlDszReCSA4cjFcdBJK5pV/mcp

③ Claude Desktop

Add to claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "sag-mill-pinion-power-calculator": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_PtjnWeCAOBMmGQAVpszlDszReCSA4cjFcdBJK5pV/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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