MPL 20x20x20 / N38 - lamellar magnet
lamellar magnet
Catalog no 020129
GTIN/EAN: 5906301811350
length
20 mm [±0,1 mm]
Width
20 mm [±0,1 mm]
Height
20 mm [±0,1 mm]
Weight
60 g
Magnetization Direction
↑ axial
Load capacity
15.40 kg / 151.12 N
Magnetic Induction
540.22 mT / 5402 Gs
Coating
[NiCuNi] Nickel
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Technical data - MPL 20x20x20 / N38 - lamellar magnet
Specification / characteristics - MPL 20x20x20 / N38 - lamellar magnet
| properties | values |
|---|---|
| Cat. no. | 020129 |
| GTIN/EAN | 5906301811350 |
| Production/Distribution | Dhit sp. z o.o. |
| Country of origin | Poland / China / Germany |
| Customs code | 85059029 |
| length | 20 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| Width | 20 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| Height | 20 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| Weight | 60 g |
| Magnetization Direction | ↑ axial |
| Load capacity ~ ? | 15.40 kg / 151.12 N |
| Magnetic Induction ~ ? | 540.22 mT / 5402 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 simulation of the product - report
Presented data constitute the direct effect of a physical simulation. Values rely on models for the material Nd2Fe14B. Real-world performance may differ. Please consider these data as a reference point when designing systems.
Table 1: Static force (force vs gap) - characteristics
MPL 20x20x20 / N38
| Distance (mm) | Induction (Gauss) / mT | Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) | Risk Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 mm |
5400 Gs
540.0 mT
|
15.40 kg / 33.95 lbs
15400.0 g / 151.1 N
|
crushing |
| 1 mm |
4910 Gs
491.0 mT
|
12.73 kg / 28.07 lbs
12732.2 g / 124.9 N
|
crushing |
| 2 mm |
4423 Gs
442.3 mT
|
10.33 kg / 22.77 lbs
10328.3 g / 101.3 N
|
crushing |
| 3 mm |
3955 Gs
395.5 mT
|
8.26 kg / 18.21 lbs
8258.3 g / 81.0 N
|
medium risk |
| 5 mm |
3114 Gs
311.4 mT
|
5.12 kg / 11.29 lbs
5120.3 g / 50.2 N
|
medium risk |
| 10 mm |
1671 Gs
167.1 mT
|
1.48 kg / 3.25 lbs
1475.0 g / 14.5 N
|
safe |
| 15 mm |
936 Gs
93.6 mT
|
0.46 kg / 1.02 lbs
463.0 g / 4.5 N
|
safe |
| 20 mm |
562 Gs
56.2 mT
|
0.17 kg / 0.37 lbs
167.1 g / 1.6 N
|
safe |
| 30 mm |
244 Gs
24.4 mT
|
0.03 kg / 0.07 lbs
31.3 g / 0.3 N
|
safe |
| 50 mm |
73 Gs
7.3 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.01 lbs
2.8 g / 0.0 N
|
safe |
Table 2: Shear force (wall)
MPL 20x20x20 / N38
| Distance (mm) | Friction coefficient | Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
3.08 kg / 6.79 lbs
3080.0 g / 30.2 N
|
| 1 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
2.55 kg / 5.61 lbs
2546.0 g / 25.0 N
|
| 2 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
2.07 kg / 4.55 lbs
2066.0 g / 20.3 N
|
| 3 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
1.65 kg / 3.64 lbs
1652.0 g / 16.2 N
|
| 5 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
1.02 kg / 2.26 lbs
1024.0 g / 10.0 N
|
| 10 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.30 kg / 0.65 lbs
296.0 g / 2.9 N
|
| 15 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.09 kg / 0.20 lbs
92.0 g / 0.9 N
|
| 20 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.03 kg / 0.07 lbs
34.0 g / 0.3 N
|
| 30 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.01 kg / 0.01 lbs
6.0 g / 0.1 N
|
| 50 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
|
Table 3: Wall mounting (shearing) - vertical pull
MPL 20x20x20 / N38
| Surface type | Friction coefficient / % Mocy | Max load (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| Raw steel |
µ = 0.3
30% Nominalnej Siły
|
4.62 kg / 10.19 lbs
4620.0 g / 45.3 N
|
| Painted steel (standard) |
µ = 0.2
20% Nominalnej Siły
|
3.08 kg / 6.79 lbs
3080.0 g / 30.2 N
|
| Oily/slippery steel |
µ = 0.1
10% Nominalnej Siły
|
1.54 kg / 3.40 lbs
1540.0 g / 15.1 N
|
| Magnet with anti-slip rubber |
µ = 0.5
50% Nominalnej Siły
|
7.70 kg / 16.98 lbs
7700.0 g / 75.5 N
|
Table 4: Material efficiency (substrate influence) - power losses
MPL 20x20x20 / N38
| Steel thickness (mm) | % power | Real pull force (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mm |
|
0.77 kg / 1.70 lbs
770.0 g / 7.6 N
|
| 1 mm |
|
1.93 kg / 4.24 lbs
1925.0 g / 18.9 N
|
| 2 mm |
|
3.85 kg / 8.49 lbs
3850.0 g / 37.8 N
|
| 3 mm |
|
5.78 kg / 12.73 lbs
5775.0 g / 56.7 N
|
| 5 mm |
|
9.63 kg / 21.22 lbs
9625.0 g / 94.4 N
|
| 10 mm |
|
15.40 kg / 33.95 lbs
15400.0 g / 151.1 N
|
| 11 mm |
|
15.40 kg / 33.95 lbs
15400.0 g / 151.1 N
|
| 12 mm |
|
15.40 kg / 33.95 lbs
15400.0 g / 151.1 N
|
Table 5: Thermal stability (material behavior) - resistance threshold
MPL 20x20x20 / N38
| Ambient temp. (°C) | Power loss | Remaining pull (kg/lbs/g/N) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 °C | 0.0% |
15.40 kg / 33.95 lbs
15400.0 g / 151.1 N
|
OK |
| 40 °C | -2.2% |
15.06 kg / 33.20 lbs
15061.2 g / 147.8 N
|
OK |
| 60 °C | -4.4% |
14.72 kg / 32.46 lbs
14722.4 g / 144.4 N
|
OK |
| 80 °C | -6.6% |
14.38 kg / 31.71 lbs
14383.6 g / 141.1 N
|
|
| 100 °C | -28.8% |
10.96 kg / 24.17 lbs
10964.8 g / 107.6 N
|
Table 6: Two magnets (repulsion) - field range
MPL 20x20x20 / N38
| Gap (mm) | Attraction (kg/lbs) (N-S) | Lateral Force (kg/lbs/g/N) | Repulsion (kg/lbs) (N-N) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 mm |
71.92 kg / 158.55 lbs
5 962 Gs
|
10.79 kg / 23.78 lbs
10787 g / 105.8 N
|
N/A |
| 1 mm |
65.60 kg / 144.63 lbs
10 316 Gs
|
9.84 kg / 21.69 lbs
9840 g / 96.5 N
|
59.04 kg / 130.16 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 2 mm |
59.46 kg / 131.08 lbs
9 821 Gs
|
8.92 kg / 19.66 lbs
8919 g / 87.5 N
|
53.51 kg / 117.97 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 3 mm |
53.66 kg / 118.30 lbs
9 329 Gs
|
8.05 kg / 17.74 lbs
8049 g / 79.0 N
|
48.29 kg / 106.47 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 5 mm |
43.20 kg / 95.24 lbs
8 371 Gs
|
6.48 kg / 14.29 lbs
6480 g / 63.6 N
|
38.88 kg / 85.71 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 10 mm |
23.91 kg / 52.72 lbs
6 228 Gs
|
3.59 kg / 7.91 lbs
3587 g / 35.2 N
|
21.52 kg / 47.44 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 20 mm |
6.89 kg / 15.19 lbs
3 343 Gs
|
1.03 kg / 2.28 lbs
1033 g / 10.1 N
|
6.20 kg / 13.67 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 50 mm |
0.32 kg / 0.71 lbs
721 Gs
|
0.05 kg / 0.11 lbs
48 g / 0.5 N
|
0.29 kg / 0.64 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 60 mm |
0.15 kg / 0.32 lbs
487 Gs
|
0.02 kg / 0.05 lbs
22 g / 0.2 N
|
0.13 kg / 0.29 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 70 mm |
0.07 kg / 0.16 lbs
344 Gs
|
0.01 kg / 0.02 lbs
11 g / 0.1 N
|
0.07 kg / 0.14 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 80 mm |
0.04 kg / 0.09 lbs
251 Gs
|
0.01 kg / 0.01 lbs
6 g / 0.1 N
|
0.04 kg / 0.08 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 90 mm |
0.02 kg / 0.05 lbs
189 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.01 lbs
3 g / 0.0 N
|
0.02 kg / 0.04 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 100 mm |
0.01 kg / 0.03 lbs
146 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
2 g / 0.0 N
|
0.01 kg / 0.03 lbs
~0 Gs
|
Table 7: Hazards (electronics) - precautionary measures
MPL 20x20x20 / N38
| Object / Device | Limit (Gauss) / mT | Safe distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pacemaker | 5 Gs (0.5 mT) | 14.0 cm |
| Hearing aid | 10 Gs (1.0 mT) | 11.0 cm |
| Mechanical watch | 20 Gs (2.0 mT) | 8.5 cm |
| Phone / Smartphone | 40 Gs (4.0 mT) | 6.5 cm |
| Remote | 50 Gs (5.0 mT) | 6.0 cm |
| Payment card | 400 Gs (40.0 mT) | 2.5 cm |
| HDD hard drive | 600 Gs (60.0 mT) | 2.0 cm |
Table 8: Impact energy (kinetic energy) - collision effects
MPL 20x20x20 / N38
| Start from (mm) | Speed (km/h) | Energy (J) | Predicted outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mm |
17.10 km/h
(4.75 m/s)
|
0.68 J | |
| 30 mm |
28.02 km/h
(7.78 m/s)
|
1.82 J | |
| 50 mm |
36.13 km/h
(10.04 m/s)
|
3.02 J | |
| 100 mm |
51.09 km/h
(14.19 m/s)
|
6.04 J |
Table 9: Anti-corrosion coating durability
MPL 20x20x20 / 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 (Flux)
MPL 20x20x20 / N38
| Parameter | Value | SI Unit / Description |
|---|---|---|
| Magnetic Flux | 22 017 Mx | 220.2 µWb |
| Pc Coefficient | 0.84 | High (Stable) |
Table 11: Underwater work (magnet fishing)
MPL 20x20x20 / N38
| Environment | Effective steel pull | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Air (land) | 15.40 kg | Standard |
| Water (riverbed) |
17.63 kg
(+2.23 kg buoyancy gain)
|
+14.5% |
1. Sliding resistance
*Caution: On a vertical wall, the magnet holds only a fraction of its perpendicular strength.
2. Efficiency vs thickness
*Thin steel (e.g. 0.5mm PC case) drastically reduces the holding force.
3. Heat tolerance
*For N38 grade, the max working temp is 80°C.
4. Demagnetization curve and operating point (B-H)
chart generated for the permeance coefficient Pc (Permeance Coefficient) = 0.84
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.
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% |
Sustainability
| recyclability (EoL) | 100% |
| recycled raw materials | ~10% (pre-cons) |
| carbon footprint | low / zredukowany |
| waste code (EWC) | 16 02 16 |
Other offers
Strengths as well as weaknesses of neodymium magnets.
Pros
- They have stable power, and over around ten years their performance decreases symbolically – ~1% (in testing),
- Magnets very well protect themselves against demagnetization caused by external fields,
- Thanks to the smooth finish, the layer of Ni-Cu-Ni, gold-plated, or silver-plated gives an clean appearance,
- They feature high magnetic induction at the operating surface, which improves attraction properties,
- Neodymium magnets are characterized by very high magnetic induction on the magnet surface and can work (depending on the form) even at a temperature of 230°C or more...
- Possibility of accurate creating and adjusting to precise needs,
- Versatile presence in modern industrial fields – they are commonly used in computer drives, electric drive systems, advanced medical instruments, also modern systems.
- Thanks to their power density, small magnets offer high operating force, occupying minimum space,
Weaknesses
- At very strong impacts they can crack, therefore we advise placing them in steel cases. A metal housing provides additional protection against damage and increases the magnet's durability.
- We warn that neodymium magnets can lose their strength at high temperatures. To prevent this, we advise our specialized [AH] magnets, which work effectively even at 230°C.
- When exposed to humidity, magnets usually rust. For applications outside, it is recommended to use protective magnets, such as magnets in rubber or plastics, which prevent oxidation and corrosion.
- Due to limitations in producing nuts and complex shapes in magnets, we propose using cover - magnetic mount.
- Possible danger to health – tiny shards of magnets are risky, if swallowed, which gains importance in the context of child health protection. Furthermore, tiny parts of these devices can disrupt the diagnostic process medical after entering the body.
- With large orders the cost of neodymium magnets is economically unviable,
Holding force characteristics
Magnetic strength at its maximum – what contributes to it?
- on a base made of structural steel, effectively closing the magnetic flux
- with a cross-section of at least 10 mm
- with a surface free of scratches
- under conditions of no distance (surface-to-surface)
- for force acting at a right angle (pull-off, not shear)
- at temperature room level
Lifting capacity in practice – influencing factors
- Distance (between the magnet and the plate), because even a tiny distance (e.g. 0.5 mm) results in a reduction in force by up to 50% (this also applies to paint, corrosion or debris).
- Loading method – declared lifting capacity refers to pulling vertically. When slipping, the magnet exhibits significantly lower power (often approx. 20-30% of maximum force).
- Steel thickness – insufficiently thick plate does not accept the full field, causing part of the flux to be wasted into the air.
- Plate material – low-carbon steel attracts best. Higher carbon content decrease magnetic properties and lifting capacity.
- Plate texture – ground elements guarantee perfect abutment, which improves force. Uneven metal reduce efficiency.
- Thermal factor – high temperature weakens pulling force. Exceeding the limit temperature can permanently demagnetize the magnet.
Lifting capacity testing was performed on a smooth plate of suitable thickness, under perpendicular forces, however under parallel forces the lifting capacity is smaller. Additionally, even a slight gap between the magnet’s surface and the plate decreases the holding force.
Safety rules for work with neodymium magnets
Fire warning
Fire warning: Rare earth powder is highly flammable. Do not process magnets without safety gear as this may cause fire.
Crushing force
Danger of trauma: The pulling power is so great that it can result in blood blisters, crushing, and broken bones. Protective gloves are recommended.
Keep away from electronics
Navigation devices and smartphones are extremely susceptible to magnetism. Direct contact with a strong magnet can ruin the sensors in your phone.
Data carriers
Data protection: Neodymium magnets can ruin data carriers and delicate electronics (heart implants, medical aids, mechanical watches).
Warning for heart patients
For implant holders: Powerful magnets affect medical devices. Maintain minimum 30 cm distance or ask another person to work with the magnets.
Handling rules
Before starting, check safety instructions. Sudden snapping can destroy the magnet or injure your hand. Be predictive.
Magnets are brittle
Despite the nickel coating, neodymium is delicate and not impact-resistant. Do not hit, as the magnet may crumble into sharp, dangerous pieces.
Keep away from children
Only for adults. Small elements can be swallowed, causing severe trauma. Keep away from children and animals.
Do not overheat magnets
Keep cool. Neodymium magnets are susceptible to heat. If you require resistance above 80°C, inquire about special high-temperature series (H, SH, UH).
Warning for allergy sufferers
Nickel alert: The Ni-Cu-Ni coating consists of nickel. If an allergic reaction appears, immediately stop handling magnets and wear gloves.
