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
- Coating
- [NiCuNi] Nickel
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Technical of the product - MPL 15x5x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet
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 |
Technical analysis of the assembly - data
The following data represent the outcome of a engineering calculation. Results are based on models for the material Nd2Fe14B. Operational parameters may differ from theoretical values. Please consider these calculations as a reference point during assembly planning.
Table 1: Static pull force (pull vs gap) - 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 LBS
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
|
warning |
| 1 mm |
3410 Gs
341.0 mT
|
1.70 kg / 3.74 LBS
1697.3 g / 16.7 N
|
weak grip |
| 2 mm |
2394 Gs
239.4 mT
|
0.84 kg / 1.84 LBS
836.5 g / 8.2 N
|
weak grip |
| 3 mm |
1701 Gs
170.1 mT
|
0.42 kg / 0.93 LBS
422.6 g / 4.1 N
|
weak grip |
| 5 mm |
928 Gs
92.8 mT
|
0.13 kg / 0.28 LBS
125.8 g / 1.2 N
|
weak grip |
| 10 mm |
286 Gs
28.6 mT
|
0.01 kg / 0.03 LBS
11.9 g / 0.1 N
|
weak grip |
| 15 mm |
119 Gs
11.9 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
2.0 g / 0.0 N
|
weak grip |
| 20 mm |
59 Gs
5.9 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
0.5 g / 0.0 N
|
weak grip |
| 30 mm |
21 Gs
2.1 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
0.1 g / 0.0 N
|
weak grip |
| 50 mm |
5 Gs
0.5 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
0.0 g / 0.0 N
|
weak grip |
Table 2: Slippage capacity (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 LBS
640.0 g / 6.3 N
|
| 1 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.34 kg / 0.75 LBS
340.0 g / 3.3 N
|
| 2 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.17 kg / 0.37 LBS
168.0 g / 1.6 N
|
| 3 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.08 kg / 0.19 LBS
84.0 g / 0.8 N
|
| 5 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.03 kg / 0.06 LBS
26.0 g / 0.3 N
|
| 10 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
2.0 g / 0.0 N
|
| 15 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
0.0 g / 0.0 N
|
| 20 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
0.0 g / 0.0 N
|
| 30 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
0.0 g / 0.0 N
|
| 50 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
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 LBS
960.0 g / 9.4 N
|
| Painted steel (standard) |
µ = 0.2
20% Nominalnej Siły
|
0.64 kg / 1.41 LBS
640.0 g / 6.3 N
|
| Oily/slippery steel |
µ = 0.1
10% Nominalnej Siły
|
0.32 kg / 0.71 LBS
320.0 g / 3.1 N
|
| Magnet with anti-slip rubber |
µ = 0.5
50% Nominalnej Siły
|
1.60 kg / 3.53 LBS
1600.0 g / 15.7 N
|
Table 4: Material efficiency (substrate influence) - sheet metal selection
MPL 15x5x5 / N38
| Steel thickness (mm) | % power | Real pull force (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mm |
|
0.32 kg / 0.71 LBS
320.0 g / 3.1 N
|
| 1 mm |
|
0.80 kg / 1.76 LBS
800.0 g / 7.8 N
|
| 2 mm |
|
1.60 kg / 3.53 LBS
1600.0 g / 15.7 N
|
| 3 mm |
|
2.40 kg / 5.29 LBS
2400.0 g / 23.5 N
|
| 5 mm |
|
3.20 kg / 7.05 LBS
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
|
| 10 mm |
|
3.20 kg / 7.05 LBS
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
|
| 11 mm |
|
3.20 kg / 7.05 LBS
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
|
| 12 mm |
|
3.20 kg / 7.05 LBS
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
|
Table 5: Thermal resistance (material behavior) - 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 LBS
3200.0 g / 31.4 N
|
OK |
| 40 °C | -2.2% |
3.13 kg / 6.90 LBS
3129.6 g / 30.7 N
|
OK |
| 60 °C | -4.4% |
3.06 kg / 6.74 LBS
3059.2 g / 30.0 N
|
|
| 80 °C | -6.6% |
2.99 kg / 6.59 LBS
2988.8 g / 29.3 N
|
|
| 100 °C | -28.8% |
2.28 kg / 5.02 LBS
2278.4 g / 22.4 N
|
Table 6: Two magnets (repulsion) - forces in the system
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 LBS
5 608 Gs
|
1.52 kg / 3.35 LBS
1520 g / 14.9 N
|
N/A |
| 1 mm |
7.53 kg / 16.60 LBS
8 071 Gs
|
1.13 kg / 2.49 LBS
1129 g / 11.1 N
|
6.78 kg / 14.94 LBS
~0 Gs
|
| 2 mm |
5.38 kg / 11.85 LBS
6 820 Gs
|
0.81 kg / 1.78 LBS
806 g / 7.9 N
|
4.84 kg / 10.67 LBS
~0 Gs
|
| 3 mm |
3.78 kg / 8.33 LBS
5 716 Gs
|
0.57 kg / 1.25 LBS
567 g / 5.6 N
|
3.40 kg / 7.49 LBS
~0 Gs
|
| 5 mm |
1.87 kg / 4.13 LBS
4 024 Gs
|
0.28 kg / 0.62 LBS
281 g / 2.8 N
|
1.68 kg / 3.71 LBS
~0 Gs
|
| 10 mm |
0.40 kg / 0.88 LBS
1 857 Gs
|
0.06 kg / 0.13 LBS
60 g / 0.6 N
|
0.36 kg / 0.79 LBS
~0 Gs
|
| 20 mm |
0.04 kg / 0.08 LBS
572 Gs
|
0.01 kg / 0.01 LBS
6 g / 0.1 N
|
0.03 kg / 0.08 LBS
~0 Gs
|
| 50 mm |
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
67 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
0 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
~0 Gs
|
| 60 mm |
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
41 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
0 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
~0 Gs
|
| 70 mm |
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
27 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
0 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
~0 Gs
|
| 80 mm |
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
19 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
0 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
~0 Gs
|
| 90 mm |
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
14 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
0 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
~0 Gs
|
| 100 mm |
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
10 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
0 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
~0 Gs
|
Table 7: Hazards (implants) - 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 |
| Mobile device | 40 Gs (4.0 mT) | 2.5 cm |
| Remote | 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) - collision effects
MPL 15x5x5 / N38
| Start from (mm) | Speed (km/h) | Energy (J) | Predicted outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mm |
21.14 km/h
(5.87 m/s)
|
0.05 J | |
| 30 mm |
21.21 km/h
(5.89 m/s)
|
0.05 J | |
| 50 mm |
21.21 km/h
(5.89 m/s)
|
0.05 J | |
| 100 mm |
21.22 km/h
(5.89 m/s)
|
0.05 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: 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. Wall mount (shear)
*Warning: On a vertical wall, the magnet holds only ~20% of its max power.
2. Plate thickness effect
*Thin metal sheet (e.g. computer case) severely weakens 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
The chart above illustrates the magnetic characteristics of the material within the second quadrant of the hysteresis loop. 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.
Elemental analysis
| 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% |
Sustainability
| recyclability (EoL) | 100% |
| recycled raw materials | ~10% (pre-cons) |
| carbon footprint | low / zredukowany |
| waste code (EWC) | 16 02 16 |
Other offers
Pros as well as cons of Nd2Fe14B magnets.
Pros
- They have unchanged lifting capacity, and over more than ten years their performance decreases symbolically – ~1% (in testing),
- Magnets effectively resist against demagnetization caused by ambient magnetic noise,
- A magnet with a shiny gold surface looks better,
- Magnetic induction on the surface of the magnet remains very high,
- Neodymium magnets are characterized by extremely high magnetic induction on the magnet surface and can function (depending on the form) even at a temperature of 230°C or more...
- Possibility of custom forming and modifying to concrete requirements,
- Versatile presence in future technologies – they are commonly used in hard drives, electric drive systems, medical devices, and modern systems.
- Compactness – despite small sizes they generate large force, making them ideal for precision applications
Weaknesses
- They are fragile upon too strong impacts. To avoid cracks, it is worth protecting magnets using a steel holder. Such protection not only shields the magnet but also improves its resistance to damage
- Neodymium magnets decrease their strength under the influence of heating. As soon as 80°C is exceeded, many of them start losing their power. Therefore, we recommend our special magnets marked [AH], which maintain stability even at temperatures up to 230°C
- When exposed to humidity, magnets start to rust. To use them in conditions outside, it is recommended to use protective magnets, such as magnets in rubber or plastics, which secure oxidation and corrosion.
- We suggest cover - magnetic mechanism, due to difficulties in producing nuts inside the magnet and complex forms.
- Health risk related to microscopic parts of magnets can be dangerous, in case of ingestion, which becomes key in the context of child safety. Additionally, small components of these products can be problematic in diagnostics medical in case of swallowing.
- With budget limitations the cost of neodymium magnets is a challenge,
Pull force analysis
Maximum lifting capacity of the magnet – what affects it?
- on a base made of mild steel, perfectly concentrating the magnetic field
- with a thickness minimum 10 mm
- with a surface cleaned and smooth
- without the slightest insulating layer between the magnet and steel
- during detachment in a direction vertical to the mounting surface
- at room temperature
Determinants of practical lifting force of a magnet
- Gap between magnet and steel – every millimeter of separation (caused e.g. by veneer or unevenness) drastically reduces the magnet efficiency, often by half at just 0.5 mm.
- Angle of force application – highest force is available only during pulling at a 90° angle. The shear force of the magnet along the plate is standardly several times lower (approx. 1/5 of the lifting capacity).
- Substrate thickness – for full efficiency, the steel must be adequately massive. Paper-thin metal restricts the lifting capacity (the magnet "punches through" it).
- Steel grade – the best choice is pure iron steel. Hardened steels may generate lower lifting capacity.
- Surface finish – ideal contact is possible only on polished steel. Rough texture create air cushions, reducing force.
- Thermal factor – hot environment weakens pulling force. Too high temperature can permanently demagnetize the magnet.
Lifting capacity was measured with the use of a steel plate with a smooth surface of suitable thickness (min. 20 mm), under vertically applied force, however under shearing force the load capacity is reduced by as much as 5 times. In addition, even a slight gap between the magnet’s surface and the plate decreases the holding force.
Safety rules for work with neodymium magnets
Material brittleness
NdFeB magnets are ceramic materials, meaning they are very brittle. Clashing of two magnets will cause them cracking into small pieces.
Life threat
Warning for patients: Powerful magnets disrupt medical devices. Keep at least 30 cm distance or ask another person to work with the magnets.
Conscious usage
Handle magnets consciously. Their powerful strength can surprise even professionals. Be vigilant and respect their power.
Adults only
These products are not toys. Swallowing several magnets can lead to them connecting inside the digestive tract, which constitutes a severe health hazard and necessitates urgent medical intervention.
Physical harm
Danger of trauma: The pulling power is so great that it can cause hematomas, pinching, and even bone fractures. Protective gloves are recommended.
Metal Allergy
A percentage of the population have a hypersensitivity to Ni, which is the standard coating for NdFeB magnets. Frequent touching can result in an allergic reaction. We recommend use safety gloves.
Electronic devices
Equipment safety: Strong magnets can damage data carriers and sensitive devices (heart implants, medical aids, timepieces).
Operating temperature
Regular neodymium magnets (N-type) lose magnetization when the temperature goes above 80°C. The loss of strength is permanent.
Threat to navigation
GPS units and mobile phones are highly sensitive to magnetic fields. Direct contact with a powerful NdFeB magnet can permanently damage the sensors in your phone.
Mechanical processing
Drilling and cutting of neodymium magnets carries a risk of fire hazard. Magnetic powder reacts violently with oxygen and is hard to extinguish.
