eNeS (N-S) magnets – what does it mean and where to buy?
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The colloquial name "eNeS" comes from the phonetic spelling of the two poles that every magnet has: N (North) and S (South). In our store, you will find certified neodymium magnets with strictly defined polarity.
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Sprawdź magnesy eNeS w naszym sklepie:
1. Definition of eNeS: poles and physics
N Pole (North): The north pole of a magnet. Points to the Earth's geographic north (which is magnetically a south pole).
S Pole (South): The south pole of a magnet. Attracts with the N pole.
Magnetic dipole: Every magnet has two poles. A "monopole" (only N or only S pole) does not exist in nature.
Axial magnetization: Poles are located on flat surfaces (e.g., top/bottom of a cylinder). Standard in our offer.
Magnetic poles colloquially called "eNeS" (also written N-S) are places in a magnet where the magnetic field is strongest. The marking N is the north pole, and S is the south pole. According to the laws of physics, two magnets brought close to each other with the same poles (N-N or S-S) will repel (levitation effect). If you bring them close with opposite poles (N-S), strong attraction will occur. In our store, all neodymium magnets are axially magnetized (through the thickness), unless stated otherwise in the description.
Standardly in physics and industry, it is assumed to mark the north pole (N) with blue or red color (depending on the standard, which can be confusing), so the most certain method is to use another magnet with known polarity or a compass. In a compass, the needle pointing to geographic North will be attracted by the south pole (S) of the magnet, because the Earth itself is a giant magnet where the magnetic south pole is located near the geographic north pole.
No, this is impossible in classical physics. If you cut a magnet with N and S poles in half, you will not get a separate N pole and a separate S pole. Instead, you will get two smaller, complete magnets, each of which will have its own pair of eNeS poles. This results from the domain magnetic structure of the material – every, even the smallest fragment of a magnet retains dipole features.
The force of attraction results from the system's tendency to minimize energy. Magnetic field lines come out of the N pole and "want" to enter the nearest S pole. When you bring two magnets close with opposite poles, the field lines connect, generating attraction force. It is worth knowing that magnetic holders in steel housings are constructed to redirect the entire field (both from N and S pole) to one side, which drastically increases their lifting capacity.
2. Where to buy good magnets? Advice
| Feature | Neodymium Magnet (eNeS) | Ferrite Magnet (Black) |
|---|---|---|
| Attraction force | Extremely high | Weak |
| Field range | Far | Short |
| Price / Power | Best ratio | Cheap, but weak |
| Application | Industry, holders, motors | Fridge magnets, speakers |
Searching for magnets on auction portals (eBay, Amazon) you often come across intermediaries. By buying directly in a specialized distributor's store, such as dhit.pl, you gain certainty as to the magnet grade (e.g., real N42, not inflated N52) and a guarantee that the anti-corrosion coating is intact. Additionally, as a direct importer, we bypass auction portal commissions, offering better prices for larger quantities.
In DIY stores like Castorama, OBI, or Leroy Merlin, you will usually find only basic ferrite magnets (black) or very small neodymium sets at high retail prices. If you need strong industrial magnets, large holders for searching, or specific technical dimensions, it is best to order them in our online store. We ship goods straight from the warehouse in Ożarów Mazowiecki, usually within 24 hours.
Unrivaled strongest are neodymium magnets (NdFeB). They are built of neodymium, iron, and boron. Compared to old ferrite magnets (black), neodymiums are approx. 10 times stronger. The highest commercially available grade is N52, however, the most popular compromise between power, price, and thermal resistance is grade N38 and N42, which constitute the majority of our offer.
Yes, Euro coins (especially 1€, 2€, and 1, 2, 5 cents) have magnetic properties because they are made of copper-plated steel or nickel alloys. They can be fished out with a neodymium magnet. Similarly, Polish grosz coins (1gr - 5gr) produced after 2014 are made of brass-plated steel and react great to a magnet. This is a popular target for magnet fishing amateurs.
3. Technology, safety, and application
Separating two large neodymium magnets by forceful pulling is almost impossible and risks injury. The best method is sliding. You should lean one magnet against the edge of a wooden table (or vice) and pressing hard, slide the other magnet down. The shear force needed to move is much smaller than the peeling force. Remember protective gloves!
Yes, large neodymium magnets are not toys. Their attraction force is so huge that they can crush fingers if they get between two colliding magnets. Furthermore, a strong magnetic field can damage electronics (laptops, HDD drives), erase payment cards, and disrupt the operation of pacemakers. A safe distance should be maintained (min. 10-50 cm depending on the magnet size).
A magnet attracts ferromagnetic metals (iron, nickel, cobalt) because its magnetic field forces the alignment of magnetic domains inside this metal. The metal then becomes a temporary magnet and is attracted to the field source. Metals such as gold, silver, copper, or aluminum are diamagnets or paramagnets and under normal conditions are not attracted by a magnet (unless eddy currents occur during fast movement).
Applications of eNeS magnets are unlimited. At home, they serve as furniture latches, knife holders, or tool organizers. In industry, they are the heart of electric motors, wind generators, and pollution separators. Treasure hunters use them to fish out relics from water, and in fashion, they serve as invisible handbag clasps. Check our application examples.
If you don't have a compass, you can use a smartphone with a magnetic field detection app or simply another magnet whose poles you know. Remember: in our offer, we sell magnets that always have two poles. If you need specific magnetization (e.g., diametrical), contact us before purchase.