Find the minimum economics required for a gold refining run to cover its direct processing costs. The tool can solve both required contained fine gold and the minimum feed purity under a recovery assumption.
This calculator asks whether the modeled value of recovered gold can cover the direct refining costs entered. It does not include every possible business expense, financing cost or opportunity cost.
Recovery Has a Direct Effect on Required Grade
When recovery falls, more contained gold must be present in the feed to produce the same recovered quantity. That makes process performance a critical part of refining economics.
Treat the break-even assay as a planning metric, not a guarantee of profitability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is refining break-even?
The point where recovered metal value covers the modeled refining costs.