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MPL 15x5x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet

lamellar magnet

Catalog no 020123

GTIN/EAN: 5906301811299

5.00

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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Technical - MPL 15x5x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet

Specification / characteristics - MPL 15x5x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet

properties
properties values
Cat. no. 020123
GTIN/EAN 5906301811299
Production/Distribution Dhit sp. z o.o.
ul. Zielona 14 05-850 Ożarów Mazowiecki PL
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

Specification / characteristics MPL 15x5x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet
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

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

Technical simulation of the assembly - technical parameters

These values represent the outcome of a mathematical analysis. Results rely on algorithms for the class Nd2Fe14B. Real-world parameters might slightly differ. Use these calculations as a supplementary guide when designing systems.

Table 1: Static pull force (force vs distance) - characteristics
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
medium risk
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: Shear hold (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 (shearing) - behavior on slippery surfaces
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
10%
0.32 kg / 0.71 pounds
320.0 g / 3.1 N
1 mm
25%
0.80 kg / 1.76 pounds
800.0 g / 7.8 N
2 mm
50%
1.60 kg / 3.53 pounds
1600.0 g / 15.7 N
3 mm
75%
2.40 kg / 5.29 pounds
2400.0 g / 23.5 N
5 mm
100%
3.20 kg / 7.05 pounds
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
10 mm
100%
3.20 kg / 7.05 pounds
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
11 mm
100%
3.20 kg / 7.05 pounds
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
12 mm
100%
3.20 kg / 7.05 pounds
3200.0 g / 31.4 N

Table 5: Working in heat (stability) - thermal limit
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) - forces in the system
MPL 15x5x5 / N38

Gap (mm) Attraction (kg/lbs) (N-S) Lateral 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: Protective zones (electronics) - warnings
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
Mechanical watch 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 (kinetic energy) - warning
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: Corrosion resistance
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: Electrical data (Flux)
MPL 15x5x5 / N38

Parameter Value SI Unit / Description
Magnetic Flux 3 366 Mx 33.7 µWb
Pc Coefficient 0.60 Low (Flat)

Table 11: Submerged application
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%
Rust risk: This magnet has a standard nickel coating. After use in water, it must be dried and maintained immediately, otherwise it will rust!
1. Wall mount (shear)

*Warning: On a vertical surface, the magnet holds just approx. 20-30% of its max power.

2. Plate thickness effect

*Thin metal sheet (e.g. 0.5mm PC case) severely reduces the holding force.

3. Power loss vs temp

*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.

Engineering data and GPSR
Material specification
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%
Environmental data
recyclability (EoL) 100%
recycled raw materials ~10% (pre-cons)
carbon footprint low / zredukowany
waste code (EWC) 16 02 16
Safety card (GPSR)
responsible entity
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ul. Kościuszki 6A, 05-850 Ożarów Mazowiecki
tel: +48 22 499 98 98 | e-mail: bok@dhit.pl
batch number/type
id: 020123-2026
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Strengths and weaknesses of neodymium magnets.

Advantages

Besides their high retention, neodymium magnets are valued for these benefits:
  • They do not lose strength, even during around ten years – the drop in lifting capacity is only ~1% (theoretically),
  • They possess excellent resistance to magnetism drop when exposed to external magnetic sources,
  • By covering with a shiny layer of silver, the element acquires an elegant look,
  • Neodymium magnets generate maximum magnetic induction on a their surface, which ensures high operational effectiveness,
  • Thanks to resistance to high temperature, they are capable of working (depending on the shape) even at temperatures up to 230°C and higher...
  • Thanks to flexibility in designing and the capacity to modify to individual projects,
  • Key role in innovative solutions – they are utilized in HDD drives, brushless drives, medical devices, as well as industrial machines.
  • Compactness – despite small sizes they provide effective action, making them ideal for precision applications

Disadvantages

Disadvantages of NdFeB magnets:
  • Susceptibility to cracking is one of their disadvantages. Upon strong impact they can fracture. We advise keeping them in a steel housing, which not only protects them against impacts but also increases their durability
  • When exposed to high temperature, neodymium magnets suffer a drop in power. Often, when the temperature exceeds 80°C, their strength decreases (depending on the size, as well as shape of the magnet). For those who need magnets for extreme conditions, we offer [AH] versions withstanding up to 230°C
  • When exposed to humidity, magnets start to rust. For applications outside, it is recommended to use protective magnets, such as those in rubber or plastics, which secure oxidation as well as corrosion.
  • We recommend a housing - magnetic mount, due to difficulties in realizing nuts inside the magnet and complex shapes.
  • Potential hazard to health – tiny shards of magnets pose a threat, if swallowed, which is particularly important in the aspect of protecting the youngest. Furthermore, small elements of these devices are able to disrupt the diagnostic process 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

Holding force characteristics

Optimal lifting capacity of a neodymium magnetwhat it depends on?

Magnet power was defined for ideal contact conditions, assuming:
  • on a block made of mild steel, effectively closing the magnetic field
  • whose transverse dimension reaches at least 10 mm
  • characterized by smoothness
  • with direct contact (no impurities)
  • during detachment in a direction perpendicular to the mounting surface
  • in stable room temperature

Practical aspects of lifting capacity – factors

Bear in mind that the magnet holding will differ influenced by the following factors, starting with the most relevant:
  • Gap between magnet and steel – every millimeter of separation (caused e.g. by veneer or unevenness) diminishes the pulling force, often by half at just 0.5 mm.
  • Force direction – remember that the magnet holds strongest perpendicularly. Under shear forces, the holding force drops drastically, often to levels of 20-30% of the nominal value.
  • Metal thickness – the thinner the sheet, the weaker the hold. Magnetic flux penetrates through instead of generating force.
  • Plate material – low-carbon steel gives the best results. Alloy admixtures decrease magnetic properties and lifting capacity.
  • Smoothness – ideal contact is possible only on polished steel. Rough texture reduce the real contact area, reducing force.
  • Thermal factor – high temperature weakens pulling force. Too high temperature can permanently damage the magnet.

Holding force was measured on the plate surface of 20 mm thickness, when a perpendicular force was applied, whereas under attempts to slide the magnet the lifting capacity is smaller. Additionally, even a slight gap between the magnet and the plate reduces the holding force.

H&S for magnets
Medical implants

Medical warning: Strong magnets can deactivate heart devices and defibrillators. Do not approach if you have electronic implants.

Adults only

Adult use only. Tiny parts pose a choking risk, leading to severe trauma. Keep out of reach of kids and pets.

Handling guide

Exercise caution. Rare earth magnets attract from a long distance and connect with massive power, often faster than you can react.

Magnetic interference

A strong magnetic field interferes with the functioning of compasses in phones and navigation systems. Do not bring magnets near a smartphone to avoid breaking the sensors.

Dust explosion hazard

Mechanical processing of neodymium magnets carries a risk of fire hazard. Magnetic powder oxidizes rapidly with oxygen and is hard to extinguish.

Pinching danger

Big blocks can break fingers in a fraction of a second. Do not place your hand betwixt two attracting surfaces.

Power loss in heat

Do not overheat. Neodymium magnets are sensitive to heat. If you need operation above 80°C, inquire about HT versions (H, SH, UH).

Safe distance

Powerful magnetic fields can destroy records on payment cards, HDDs, and other magnetic media. Stay away of at least 10 cm.

Protective goggles

Watch out for shards. Magnets can explode upon uncontrolled impact, launching shards into the air. Wear goggles.

Allergy Warning

Certain individuals suffer from a sensitization to Ni, which is the common plating for NdFeB magnets. Prolonged contact can result in an allergic reaction. We recommend use safety gloves.

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