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 - 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 |
Physical simulation of the assembly - data
These values represent the direct effect of a engineering analysis. Results were calculated on algorithms for the class Nd2Fe14B. Real-world performance might slightly differ from theoretical values. Please consider these data as a reference point for designers.
Table 1: Static force (pull vs gap) - interaction chart
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
|
low risk |
| 15 mm |
936 Gs
93.6 mT
|
0.46 kg / 1.02 LBS
463.0 g / 4.5 N
|
low risk |
| 20 mm |
562 Gs
56.2 mT
|
0.17 kg / 0.37 LBS
167.1 g / 1.6 N
|
low risk |
| 30 mm |
244 Gs
24.4 mT
|
0.03 kg / 0.07 LBS
31.3 g / 0.3 N
|
low risk |
| 50 mm |
73 Gs
7.3 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.01 LBS
2.8 g / 0.0 N
|
low risk |
Table 2: Shear hold (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) - behavior on slippery surfaces
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) - sheet metal selection
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 (attraction) - forces in the system
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 (implants) - 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 |
| Timepiece | 20 Gs (2.0 mT) | 8.5 cm |
| Mobile device | 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 (cracking risk) - 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: Surface protection spec
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: Electrical data (Pc)
MPL 20x20x20 / N38
| Parameter | Value | SI Unit / Description |
|---|---|---|
| Magnetic Flux | 22 017 Mx | 220.2 µWb |
| Pc Coefficient | 0.84 | High (Stable) |
Table 11: Physics of underwater searching
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. Shear force
*Warning: On a vertical wall, the magnet retains merely a fraction of its max power.
2. Steel thickness impact
*Thin metal sheet (e.g. computer case) drastically weakens the holding force.
3. Thermal stability
*For N38 material, the critical limit is 80°C.
4. Demagnetization curve and operating point (B-H)
chart generated for the permeance coefficient Pc (Permeance Coefficient) = 0.84
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% |
Sustainability
| recyclability (EoL) | 100% |
| recycled raw materials | ~10% (pre-cons) |
| carbon footprint | low / zredukowany |
| waste code (EWC) | 16 02 16 |
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Strengths and weaknesses of Nd2Fe14B magnets.
Advantages
- They have stable power, and over nearly ten years their attraction force decreases symbolically – ~1% (in testing),
- They maintain their magnetic properties even under close interference source,
- A magnet with a smooth silver surface has an effective appearance,
- They show high magnetic induction at the operating surface, which improves attraction properties,
- Thanks to resistance to high temperature, they can operate (depending on the shape) even at temperatures up to 230°C and higher...
- Thanks to the possibility of free forming and customization to individualized solutions, magnetic components can be produced in a variety of geometric configurations, which increases their versatility,
- Huge importance in modern technologies – they are used in data components, drive modules, diagnostic systems, and technologically advanced constructions.
- Thanks to their power density, small magnets offer high operating force, occupying minimum space,
Limitations
- To avoid cracks upon strong impacts, we recommend using special steel housings. Such a solution protects the magnet and simultaneously increases its durability.
- We warn that neodymium magnets can reduce their strength at high temperatures. To prevent this, we suggest our specialized [AH] magnets, which work effectively even at 230°C.
- Magnets exposed to a humid environment can rust. Therefore during using outdoors, we suggest using waterproof magnets made of rubber, plastic or other material protecting against moisture
- Limited ability of creating nuts in the magnet and complex shapes - recommended is a housing - mounting mechanism.
- Possible danger related to microscopic parts of magnets pose a threat, in case of ingestion, which gains importance in the aspect of protecting the youngest. It is also worth noting that small elements of these magnets can complicate diagnosis medical in case of swallowing.
- Higher cost of purchase is one of the disadvantages compared to ceramic magnets, especially in budget applications
Pull force analysis
Breakaway strength of the magnet in ideal conditions – what affects it?
- on a plate made of mild steel, optimally conducting the magnetic flux
- whose thickness equals approx. 10 mm
- with a plane free of scratches
- with direct contact (without impurities)
- for force acting at a right angle (in the magnet axis)
- at ambient temperature room level
Key elements affecting lifting force
- Clearance – the presence of foreign body (rust, tape, air) interrupts the magnetic circuit, which reduces power rapidly (even by 50% at 0.5 mm).
- Force direction – catalog parameter refers to pulling vertically. When attempting to slide, the magnet holds significantly lower power (often approx. 20-30% of maximum force).
- Steel thickness – insufficiently thick steel does not close the flux, causing part of the flux to be escaped into the air.
- Steel grade – the best choice is pure iron steel. Cast iron may have worse magnetic properties.
- Base smoothness – the smoother and more polished the plate, the better the adhesion and stronger the hold. Unevenness acts like micro-gaps.
- Temperature – heating the magnet results in weakening of force. It is worth remembering the thermal limit for a given model.
Holding force was checked on the plate surface of 20 mm thickness, when the force acted perpendicularly, however under parallel forces the load capacity is reduced by as much as fivefold. Additionally, even a slight gap between the magnet’s surface and the plate decreases the lifting capacity.
H&S for magnets
Do not give to children
Always keep magnets out of reach of children. Risk of swallowing is significant, and the effects of magnets clamping inside the body are fatal.
Bodily injuries
Risk of injury: The attraction force is so immense that it can cause blood blisters, crushing, and even bone fractures. Use thick gloves.
Do not drill into magnets
Powder created during grinding of magnets is self-igniting. Avoid drilling into magnets unless you are an expert.
Pacemakers
Medical warning: Strong magnets can deactivate pacemakers and defibrillators. Do not approach if you have electronic implants.
Shattering risk
Despite metallic appearance, the material is brittle and cannot withstand shocks. Do not hit, as the magnet may crumble into hazardous fragments.
Immense force
Exercise caution. Rare earth magnets attract from a distance and snap with huge force, often quicker than you can react.
Impact on smartphones
An intense magnetic field negatively affects the operation of magnetometers in smartphones and GPS navigation. Do not bring magnets near a smartphone to prevent breaking the sensors.
Demagnetization risk
Monitor thermal conditions. Exposing the magnet above 80 degrees Celsius will destroy its properties and strength.
Avoid contact if allergic
Nickel alert: The Ni-Cu-Ni coating contains nickel. If skin irritation happens, immediately stop handling magnets and use protective gear.
Data carriers
Avoid bringing magnets close to a wallet, laptop, or screen. The magnetism can irreversibly ruin these devices and wipe information from cards.
