MPL 15x5x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet
lamellar magnet
Catalog no 020123
GTIN/EAN: 5906301811299
length
15 mm [±0,1 mm]
Width
5 mm [±0,1 mm]
Height
5 mm [±0,1 mm]
Weight
2.81 g
Magnetization Direction
↑ axial
Load capacity
3.20 kg / 31.38 N
Magnetic Induction
468.69 mT / 4687 Gs
Coating
[NiCuNi] Nickel
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Specification / characteristics - MPL 15x5x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet
| properties | values |
|---|---|
| Cat. no. | 020123 |
| GTIN/EAN | 5906301811299 |
| Production/Distribution | Dhit sp. z o.o. |
| Country of origin | Poland / China / Germany |
| Customs code | 85059029 |
| length | 15 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| Width | 5 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| Height | 5 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| Weight | 2.81 g |
| Magnetization Direction | ↑ axial |
| Load capacity ~ ? | 3.20 kg / 31.38 N |
| Magnetic Induction ~ ? | 468.69 mT / 4687 Gs |
| Coating | [NiCuNi] Nickel |
| Manufacturing Tolerance | ±0.1 mm |
Magnetic properties of material N38
| properties | values | units |
|---|---|---|
| remenance Br [min. - max.] ? | 12.2-12.6 | kGs |
| remenance Br [min. - max.] ? | 1220-1260 | mT |
| coercivity bHc ? | 10.8-11.5 | kOe |
| coercivity bHc ? | 860-915 | kA/m |
| actual internal force iHc | ≥ 12 | kOe |
| actual internal force iHc | ≥ 955 | kA/m |
| energy density [min. - max.] ? | 36-38 | BH max MGOe |
| energy density [min. - max.] ? | 287-303 | BH max KJ/m |
| max. temperature ? | ≤ 80 | °C |
Physical properties of sintered neodymium magnets Nd2Fe14B at 20°C
| properties | values | units |
|---|---|---|
| Vickers hardness | ≥550 | Hv |
| Density | ≥7.4 | g/cm3 |
| Curie Temperature TC | 312 - 380 | °C |
| Curie Temperature TF | 593 - 716 | °F |
| Specific resistance | 150 | μΩ⋅cm |
| Bending strength | 250 | MPa |
| Compressive strength | 1000~1100 | MPa |
| Thermal expansion parallel (∥) to orientation (M) | (3-4) x 10-6 | °C-1 |
| Thermal expansion perpendicular (⊥) to orientation (M) | -(1-3) x 10-6 | °C-1 |
| Young's modulus | 1.7 x 104 | kg/mm² |
Physical simulation of the assembly - report
Presented information represent the direct effect of a mathematical simulation. Values rely on algorithms for the material Nd2Fe14B. Real-world parameters might slightly differ from theoretical values. Treat these calculations as a reference point for designers.
Table 1: Static pull force (force vs distance) - power drop
MPL 15x5x5 / N38
| Distance (mm) | Induction (Gauss) / mT | Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) | Risk Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 mm |
4682 Gs
468.2 mT
|
3.20 kg / 7.05 pounds
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
|
strong |
| 1 mm |
3410 Gs
341.0 mT
|
1.70 kg / 3.74 pounds
1697.3 g / 16.7 N
|
low risk |
| 2 mm |
2394 Gs
239.4 mT
|
0.84 kg / 1.84 pounds
836.5 g / 8.2 N
|
low risk |
| 3 mm |
1701 Gs
170.1 mT
|
0.42 kg / 0.93 pounds
422.6 g / 4.1 N
|
low risk |
| 5 mm |
928 Gs
92.8 mT
|
0.13 kg / 0.28 pounds
125.8 g / 1.2 N
|
low risk |
| 10 mm |
286 Gs
28.6 mT
|
0.01 kg / 0.03 pounds
11.9 g / 0.1 N
|
low risk |
| 15 mm |
119 Gs
11.9 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
2.0 g / 0.0 N
|
low risk |
| 20 mm |
59 Gs
5.9 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.5 g / 0.0 N
|
low risk |
| 30 mm |
21 Gs
2.1 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.1 g / 0.0 N
|
low risk |
| 50 mm |
5 Gs
0.5 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
|
low risk |
Table 2: Sliding load (vertical surface)
MPL 15x5x5 / N38
| Distance (mm) | Friction coefficient | Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.64 kg / 1.41 pounds
640.0 g / 6.3 N
|
| 1 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.34 kg / 0.75 pounds
340.0 g / 3.3 N
|
| 2 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.17 kg / 0.37 pounds
168.0 g / 1.6 N
|
| 3 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.08 kg / 0.19 pounds
84.0 g / 0.8 N
|
| 5 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.03 kg / 0.06 pounds
26.0 g / 0.3 N
|
| 10 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
2.0 g / 0.0 N
|
| 15 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
|
| 20 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
|
| 30 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
|
| 50 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
|
Table 3: Vertical assembly (sliding) - vertical pull
MPL 15x5x5 / N38
| Surface type | Friction coefficient / % Mocy | Max load (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| Raw steel |
µ = 0.3
30% Nominalnej Siły
|
0.96 kg / 2.12 pounds
960.0 g / 9.4 N
|
| Painted steel (standard) |
µ = 0.2
20% Nominalnej Siły
|
0.64 kg / 1.41 pounds
640.0 g / 6.3 N
|
| Oily/slippery steel |
µ = 0.1
10% Nominalnej Siły
|
0.32 kg / 0.71 pounds
320.0 g / 3.1 N
|
| Magnet with anti-slip rubber |
µ = 0.5
50% Nominalnej Siły
|
1.60 kg / 3.53 pounds
1600.0 g / 15.7 N
|
Table 4: Steel thickness (saturation) - power losses
MPL 15x5x5 / N38
| Steel thickness (mm) | % power | Real pull force (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mm |
|
0.32 kg / 0.71 pounds
320.0 g / 3.1 N
|
| 1 mm |
|
0.80 kg / 1.76 pounds
800.0 g / 7.8 N
|
| 2 mm |
|
1.60 kg / 3.53 pounds
1600.0 g / 15.7 N
|
| 3 mm |
|
2.40 kg / 5.29 pounds
2400.0 g / 23.5 N
|
| 5 mm |
|
3.20 kg / 7.05 pounds
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
|
| 10 mm |
|
3.20 kg / 7.05 pounds
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
|
| 11 mm |
|
3.20 kg / 7.05 pounds
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
|
| 12 mm |
|
3.20 kg / 7.05 pounds
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
|
Table 5: Thermal stability (material behavior) - power drop
MPL 15x5x5 / N38
| Ambient temp. (°C) | Power loss | Remaining pull (kg/lbs/g/N) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 °C | 0.0% |
3.20 kg / 7.05 pounds
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
|
OK |
| 40 °C | -2.2% |
3.13 kg / 6.90 pounds
3129.6 g / 30.7 N
|
OK |
| 60 °C | -4.4% |
3.06 kg / 6.74 pounds
3059.2 g / 30.0 N
|
|
| 80 °C | -6.6% |
2.99 kg / 6.59 pounds
2988.8 g / 29.3 N
|
|
| 100 °C | -28.8% |
2.28 kg / 5.02 pounds
2278.4 g / 22.4 N
|
Table 6: Magnet-Magnet interaction (attraction) - field collision
MPL 15x5x5 / N38
| Gap (mm) | Attraction (kg/lbs) (N-S) | Shear Force (kg/lbs/g/N) | Repulsion (kg/lbs) (N-N) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 mm |
10.14 kg / 22.35 pounds
5 608 Gs
|
1.52 kg / 3.35 pounds
1520 g / 14.9 N
|
N/A |
| 1 mm |
7.53 kg / 16.60 pounds
8 071 Gs
|
1.13 kg / 2.49 pounds
1129 g / 11.1 N
|
6.78 kg / 14.94 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 2 mm |
5.38 kg / 11.85 pounds
6 820 Gs
|
0.81 kg / 1.78 pounds
806 g / 7.9 N
|
4.84 kg / 10.67 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 3 mm |
3.78 kg / 8.33 pounds
5 716 Gs
|
0.57 kg / 1.25 pounds
567 g / 5.6 N
|
3.40 kg / 7.49 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 5 mm |
1.87 kg / 4.13 pounds
4 024 Gs
|
0.28 kg / 0.62 pounds
281 g / 2.8 N
|
1.68 kg / 3.71 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 10 mm |
0.40 kg / 0.88 pounds
1 857 Gs
|
0.06 kg / 0.13 pounds
60 g / 0.6 N
|
0.36 kg / 0.79 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 20 mm |
0.04 kg / 0.08 pounds
572 Gs
|
0.01 kg / 0.01 pounds
6 g / 0.1 N
|
0.03 kg / 0.08 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 50 mm |
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
67 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 60 mm |
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
41 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 70 mm |
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
27 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 80 mm |
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
19 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 90 mm |
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
14 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 100 mm |
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
10 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs
|
Table 7: Hazards (implants) - precautionary measures
MPL 15x5x5 / N38
| Object / Device | Limit (Gauss) / mT | Safe distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pacemaker | 5 Gs (0.5 mT) | 5.5 cm |
| Hearing aid | 10 Gs (1.0 mT) | 4.0 cm |
| Timepiece | 20 Gs (2.0 mT) | 3.5 cm |
| Phone / Smartphone | 40 Gs (4.0 mT) | 2.5 cm |
| Car key | 50 Gs (5.0 mT) | 2.5 cm |
| Payment card | 400 Gs (40.0 mT) | 1.0 cm |
| HDD hard drive | 600 Gs (60.0 mT) | 1.0 cm |
Table 8: Collisions (cracking risk) - collision effects
MPL 15x5x5 / N38
| Start from (mm) | Speed (km/h) | Energy (J) | Predicted outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mm |
34.11 km/h
(9.48 m/s)
|
0.13 J | |
| 30 mm |
58.95 km/h
(16.37 m/s)
|
0.38 J | |
| 50 mm |
76.10 km/h
(21.14 m/s)
|
0.63 J | |
| 100 mm |
107.62 km/h
(29.90 m/s)
|
1.26 J |
Table 9: Anti-corrosion coating durability
MPL 15x5x5 / N38
| Technical parameter | Value / Description |
|---|---|
| Coating type | [NiCuNi] Nickel |
| Layer structure | Nickel - Copper - Nickel |
| Layer thickness | 10-20 µm |
| Salt spray test (SST) ? | 24 h |
| Recommended environment | Indoors only (dry) |
Table 10: Construction data (Pc)
MPL 15x5x5 / N38
| Parameter | Value | SI Unit / Description |
|---|---|---|
| Magnetic Flux | 3 366 Mx | 33.7 µWb |
| Pc Coefficient | 0.60 | Low (Flat) |
Table 11: Underwater work (magnet fishing)
MPL 15x5x5 / N38
| Environment | Effective steel pull | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Air (land) | 3.20 kg | Standard |
| Water (riverbed) |
3.66 kg
(+0.46 kg buoyancy gain)
|
+14.5% |
1. Vertical hold
*Note: On a vertical wall, the magnet holds just approx. 20-30% of its max power.
2. Steel saturation
*Thin metal sheet (e.g. 0.5mm PC case) severely reduces the holding force.
3. Thermal stability
*For standard magnets, the critical limit is 80°C.
4. Demagnetization curve and operating point (B-H)
chart generated for the permeance coefficient Pc (Permeance Coefficient) = 0.60
This simulation demonstrates the magnetic stability of the selected magnet under specific geometric conditions. The solid red line represents the demagnetization curve (material potential), while the dashed blue line is the load line based on the magnet's geometry. The Pc (Permeance Coefficient), also known as the load line slope, is a dimensionless value that describes the relationship between the magnet's shape and its magnetic stability. The intersection of these two lines (the black dot) is the operating point — it determines the actual magnetic flux density generated by the magnet in this specific configuration. A higher Pc value means the magnet is more 'slender' (tall relative to its area), resulting in a higher operating point and better resistance to irreversible demagnetization caused by external fields or temperature. A value of 0.42 is relatively low (typical for flat magnets), meaning the operating point is closer to the 'knee' of the curve — caution is advised when operating at temperatures near the maximum limit to avoid strength loss.
Chemical composition
| iron (Fe) | 64% – 68% |
| neodymium (Nd) | 29% – 32% |
| boron (B) | 1.1% – 1.2% |
| dysprosium (Dy) | 0.5% – 2.0% |
| coating (Ni-Cu-Ni) | < 0.05% |
Ecology and recycling (GPSR)
| recyclability (EoL) | 100% |
| recycled raw materials | ~10% (pre-cons) |
| carbon footprint | low / zredukowany |
| waste code (EWC) | 16 02 16 |
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Advantages and disadvantages of neodymium magnets.
Advantages
- They have unchanged lifting capacity, and over nearly 10 years their performance decreases symbolically – ~1% (in testing),
- Neodymium magnets remain highly resistant to demagnetization caused by external magnetic fields,
- Thanks to the elegant finish, the plating of nickel, gold-plated, or silver gives an modern appearance,
- Neodymium magnets deliver maximum magnetic induction on a their surface, which allows for strong attraction,
- Made from properly selected components, these magnets show impressive resistance to high heat, enabling them to function (depending on their form) at temperatures up to 230°C and above...
- Thanks to flexibility in constructing and the ability to customize to specific needs,
- Huge importance in innovative solutions – they find application in mass storage devices, drive modules, diagnostic systems, also multitasking production systems.
- Compactness – despite small sizes they provide effective action, making them ideal for precision applications
Weaknesses
- At very strong impacts they can break, therefore we recommend placing them in strong housings. A metal housing provides additional protection against damage and increases the magnet's durability.
- Neodymium magnets demagnetize when exposed to high temperatures. After reaching 80°C, many of them experience permanent drop of power (a factor is the shape and dimensions of the magnet). We offer magnets specially adapted to work at temperatures up to 230°C marked [AH], which are very resistant to heat
- They rust in a humid environment. For use outdoors we recommend using waterproof magnets e.g. in rubber, plastic
- We recommend casing - magnetic mechanism, due to difficulties in realizing nuts inside the magnet and complicated shapes.
- Potential hazard resulting from small fragments of magnets pose a threat, in case of ingestion, which becomes key in the context of child health protection. Furthermore, tiny parts of these magnets are able to complicate diagnosis medical after entering the body.
- High unit price – neodymium magnets have a higher price than other types of magnets (e.g. ferrite), which hinders application in large quantities
Pull force analysis
Highest magnetic holding force – what contributes to it?
- on a base made of mild steel, effectively closing the magnetic field
- with a thickness of at least 10 mm
- with an ground touching surface
- without the slightest clearance between the magnet and steel
- under axial application of breakaway force (90-degree angle)
- at ambient temperature room level
Determinants of practical lifting force of a magnet
- Clearance – the presence of foreign body (paint, tape, gap) acts as an insulator, which lowers capacity rapidly (even by 50% at 0.5 mm).
- Angle of force application – maximum parameter is available only during pulling at a 90° angle. The force required to slide of the magnet along the surface is usually several times smaller (approx. 1/5 of the lifting capacity).
- Metal thickness – the thinner the sheet, the weaker the hold. Magnetic flux passes through the material instead of generating force.
- Chemical composition of the base – mild steel gives the best results. Higher carbon content decrease magnetic permeability and holding force.
- Plate texture – smooth surfaces ensure maximum contact, which increases field saturation. Uneven metal reduce efficiency.
- Temperature – heating the magnet causes a temporary drop of induction. It is worth remembering the maximum operating temperature for a given model.
Holding force was measured on the plate surface of 20 mm thickness, when a perpendicular force was applied, in contrast under shearing force the load capacity is reduced by as much as fivefold. Moreover, even a slight gap between the magnet’s surface and the plate decreases the holding force.
Warnings
Avoid contact if allergic
It is widely known that the nickel plating (the usual finish) is a strong allergen. If you have an allergy, avoid direct skin contact or choose encased magnets.
Powerful field
Use magnets consciously. Their huge power can surprise even experienced users. Be vigilant and respect their force.
Mechanical processing
Powder created during machining of magnets is flammable. Do not drill into magnets unless you are an expert.
Keep away from electronics
A powerful magnetic field disrupts the operation of magnetometers in smartphones and navigation systems. Maintain magnets close to a device to avoid damaging the sensors.
Demagnetization risk
Regular neodymium magnets (N-type) lose magnetization when the temperature exceeds 80°C. The loss of strength is permanent.
Keep away from computers
Device Safety: Strong magnets can ruin payment cards and delicate electronics (heart implants, hearing aids, mechanical watches).
Crushing risk
Big blocks can break fingers in a fraction of a second. Under no circumstances put your hand between two strong magnets.
Magnets are brittle
Despite the nickel coating, the material is delicate and cannot withstand shocks. Avoid impacts, as the magnet may crumble into hazardous fragments.
ICD Warning
Patients with a ICD should maintain an absolute distance from magnets. The magnetic field can stop the functioning of the implant.
No play value
Only for adults. Tiny parts can be swallowed, causing intestinal necrosis. Store away from children and animals.
