Jaw crushers break large stones using high pressure force applied to the material. Mechanical pressure is applied using the two jaws of the crusher; one is fixed while the other performs an elliptical movement. Jaw crushers are primarily used in laboratories, mines and quarries, sand and gravel, mining, construction and demolition recycling, construction aggregates, and at various stages of material grinding applications.

They are among the most preferred crushers due to their ability to break materials of any hardness. Low operating costs and easy maintenance possibilities are among the most important features that increase their preference.