MPL 50x20x20 / N38 - lamellar magnet

lamellar magnet

Catalog no 020166

GTIN/EAN: 5906301811725

5.00
Load capacity 42.18 kg / 413.81 N Magnetic Induction 478.99 mT / 4790 Gs
length
50 mm [±0,1 mm]
Width
20 mm [±0,1 mm]
Height
20 mm [±0,1 mm]
Weight
150 g
Magnetization Direction
↑ axial
Coating
[NiCuNi] Nickel

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Full PDF analysis: pull and shear force, effect of distance, temperature and plate thickness, safety distances and the demagnetization curve.

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Technical of the product - MPL 50x20x20 / N38 - lamellar magnet

Specification / characteristics - MPL 50x20x20 / N38 - lamellar magnet

properties
properties values
Cat. no. 020166
GTIN/EAN 5906301811725
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 50 mm [±0,1 mm]
Width 20 mm [±0,1 mm]
Height 20 mm [±0,1 mm]
Weight 150 g
Magnetization Direction ↑ axial
Load capacity ~ ? 42.18 kg / 413.81 N
Magnetic Induction ~ ? 478.99 mT / 4790 Gs
Coating [NiCuNi] Nickel
Manufacturing Tolerance ±0.1 mm

Magnetic properties of material N38

Specification / characteristics MPL 50x20x20 / 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

Engineering analysis of the magnet - data

Presented values constitute the result of a mathematical simulation. Results were calculated on models for the material Nd2Fe14B. Operational performance may differ. Please consider these data as a supplementary guide when designing systems.

Table 1: Static force (pull vs distance) - characteristics
MPL 50x20x20 / N38

Distance (mm) Induction (Gauss) / mT Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) Risk Status
0 mm 4789 Gs
478.9 mT
42.18 kg / 92.99 LBS
42180.0 g / 413.8 N
critical level
1 mm 4452 Gs
445.2 mT
36.46 kg / 80.38 LBS
36461.5 g / 357.7 N
critical level
2 mm 4114 Gs
411.4 mT
31.13 kg / 68.62 LBS
31126.5 g / 305.4 N
critical level
3 mm 3784 Gs
378.4 mT
26.34 kg / 58.06 LBS
26336.3 g / 258.4 N
critical level
5 mm 3173 Gs
317.3 mT
18.52 kg / 40.84 LBS
18523.4 g / 181.7 N
critical level
10 mm 2022 Gs
202.2 mT
7.52 kg / 16.59 LBS
7522.9 g / 73.8 N
strong
15 mm 1324 Gs
132.4 mT
3.22 kg / 7.10 LBS
3222.6 g / 31.6 N
strong
20 mm 899 Gs
89.9 mT
1.49 kg / 3.28 LBS
1487.5 g / 14.6 N
weak grip
30 mm 458 Gs
45.8 mT
0.39 kg / 0.85 LBS
385.8 g / 3.8 N
weak grip
50 mm 159 Gs
15.9 mT
0.05 kg / 0.10 LBS
46.4 g / 0.5 N
weak grip

Table 2: Sliding hold (vertical surface)
MPL 50x20x20 / N38

Distance (mm) Friction coefficient Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N)
0 mm Stal (~0.2) 8.44 kg / 18.60 LBS
8436.0 g / 82.8 N
1 mm Stal (~0.2) 7.29 kg / 16.08 LBS
7292.0 g / 71.5 N
2 mm Stal (~0.2) 6.23 kg / 13.73 LBS
6226.0 g / 61.1 N
3 mm Stal (~0.2) 5.27 kg / 11.61 LBS
5268.0 g / 51.7 N
5 mm Stal (~0.2) 3.70 kg / 8.17 LBS
3704.0 g / 36.3 N
10 mm Stal (~0.2) 1.50 kg / 3.32 LBS
1504.0 g / 14.8 N
15 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.64 kg / 1.42 LBS
644.0 g / 6.3 N
20 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.30 kg / 0.66 LBS
298.0 g / 2.9 N
30 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.08 kg / 0.17 LBS
78.0 g / 0.8 N
50 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.01 kg / 0.02 LBS
10.0 g / 0.1 N

Table 3: Vertical assembly (shearing) - vertical pull
MPL 50x20x20 / N38

Surface type Friction coefficient / % Mocy Max load (kg/lbs/g/N)
Raw steel
µ = 0.3 30% Nominalnej Siły
12.65 kg / 27.90 LBS
12654.0 g / 124.1 N
Painted steel (standard)
µ = 0.2 20% Nominalnej Siły
8.44 kg / 18.60 LBS
8436.0 g / 82.8 N
Oily/slippery steel
µ = 0.1 10% Nominalnej Siły
4.22 kg / 9.30 LBS
4218.0 g / 41.4 N
Magnet with anti-slip rubber
µ = 0.5 50% Nominalnej Siły
21.09 kg / 46.50 LBS
21090.0 g / 206.9 N

Table 4: Material efficiency (saturation) - sheet metal selection
MPL 50x20x20 / N38

Steel thickness (mm) % power Real pull force (kg/lbs/g/N)
0.5 mm
5%
2.11 kg / 4.65 LBS
2109.0 g / 20.7 N
1 mm
13%
5.27 kg / 11.62 LBS
5272.5 g / 51.7 N
2 mm
25%
10.55 kg / 23.25 LBS
10545.0 g / 103.4 N
3 mm
38%
15.82 kg / 34.87 LBS
15817.5 g / 155.2 N
5 mm
63%
26.36 kg / 58.12 LBS
26362.5 g / 258.6 N
10 mm
100%
42.18 kg / 92.99 LBS
42180.0 g / 413.8 N
11 mm
100%
42.18 kg / 92.99 LBS
42180.0 g / 413.8 N
12 mm
100%
42.18 kg / 92.99 LBS
42180.0 g / 413.8 N

Table 5: Thermal stability (stability) - power drop
MPL 50x20x20 / N38

Ambient temp. (°C) Power loss Remaining pull (kg/lbs/g/N) Status
20 °C 0.0% 42.18 kg / 92.99 LBS
42180.0 g / 413.8 N
OK
40 °C -2.2% 41.25 kg / 90.95 LBS
41252.0 g / 404.7 N
OK
60 °C -4.4% 40.32 kg / 88.90 LBS
40324.1 g / 395.6 N
OK
80 °C -6.6% 39.40 kg / 86.85 LBS
39396.1 g / 386.5 N
100 °C -28.8% 30.03 kg / 66.21 LBS
30032.2 g / 294.6 N

Table 6: Two magnets (repulsion) - field collision
MPL 50x20x20 / N38

Gap (mm) Attraction (kg/lbs) (N-S) Lateral Force (kg/lbs/g/N) Repulsion (kg/lbs) (N-N)
0 mm 141.37 kg / 311.66 LBS
5 687 Gs
21.21 kg / 46.75 LBS
21205 g / 208.0 N
N/A
1 mm 131.73 kg / 290.41 LBS
9 245 Gs
19.76 kg / 43.56 LBS
19759 g / 193.8 N
118.55 kg / 261.37 LBS
~0 Gs
2 mm 122.20 kg / 269.41 LBS
8 904 Gs
18.33 kg / 40.41 LBS
18330 g / 179.8 N
109.98 kg / 242.47 LBS
~0 Gs
3 mm 113.05 kg / 249.23 LBS
8 564 Gs
16.96 kg / 37.38 LBS
16957 g / 166.4 N
101.74 kg / 224.31 LBS
~0 Gs
5 mm 96.05 kg / 211.76 LBS
7 894 Gs
14.41 kg / 31.76 LBS
14408 g / 141.3 N
86.45 kg / 190.58 LBS
~0 Gs
10 mm 62.08 kg / 136.87 LBS
6 347 Gs
9.31 kg / 20.53 LBS
9312 g / 91.4 N
55.87 kg / 123.18 LBS
~0 Gs
20 mm 25.21 kg / 55.59 LBS
4 045 Gs
3.78 kg / 8.34 LBS
3782 g / 37.1 N
22.69 kg / 50.03 LBS
~0 Gs
50 mm 2.46 kg / 5.43 LBS
1 264 Gs
0.37 kg / 0.81 LBS
370 g / 3.6 N
2.22 kg / 4.89 LBS
~0 Gs
60 mm 1.29 kg / 2.85 LBS
916 Gs
0.19 kg / 0.43 LBS
194 g / 1.9 N
1.16 kg / 2.57 LBS
~0 Gs
70 mm 0.71 kg / 1.58 LBS
681 Gs
0.11 kg / 0.24 LBS
107 g / 1.1 N
0.64 kg / 1.42 LBS
~0 Gs
80 mm 0.41 kg / 0.91 LBS
518 Gs
0.06 kg / 0.14 LBS
62 g / 0.6 N
0.37 kg / 0.82 LBS
~0 Gs
90 mm 0.25 kg / 0.55 LBS
402 Gs
0.04 kg / 0.08 LBS
37 g / 0.4 N
0.22 kg / 0.49 LBS
~0 Gs
100 mm 0.16 kg / 0.34 LBS
318 Gs
0.02 kg / 0.05 LBS
23 g / 0.2 N
0.14 kg / 0.31 LBS
~0 Gs

Table 7: Hazards (implants) - warnings
MPL 50x20x20 / N38

Object / Device Limit (Gauss) / mT Safe distance
Pacemaker 5 Gs (0.5 mT) 19.0 cm
Hearing aid 10 Gs (1.0 mT) 15.0 cm
Mechanical watch 20 Gs (2.0 mT) 11.5 cm
Mobile device 40 Gs (4.0 mT) 9.0 cm
Remote 50 Gs (5.0 mT) 8.5 cm
Payment card 400 Gs (40.0 mT) 3.5 cm
HDD hard drive 600 Gs (60.0 mT) 3.0 cm

Table 8: Impact energy (kinetic energy) - warning
MPL 50x20x20 / N38

Start from (mm) Speed (km/h) Energy (J) Predicted outcome
10 mm 18.74 km/h
(5.21 m/s)
2.03 J
30 mm 20.65 km/h
(5.74 m/s)
2.47 J
50 mm 20.78 km/h
(5.77 m/s)
2.50 J
100 mm 20.80 km/h
(5.78 m/s)
2.50 J

Table 9: Anti-corrosion coating durability
MPL 50x20x20 / 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 50x20x20 / N38

Parameter Value SI Unit / Description
Magnetic Flux 46 654 Mx 466.5 µWb
Pc Coefficient 0.63 High (Stable)

Table 11: Physics of underwater searching
MPL 50x20x20 / N38

Environment Effective steel pull Effect
Air (land) 42.18 kg Standard
Water (riverbed) 48.30 kg
(+6.12 kg buoyancy gain)
+14.5%
Warning: This magnet has a standard nickel coating. After use in water, it must be dried and maintained immediately, otherwise it will rust!

1. Vertical hold

*Caution: On a vertical wall, the magnet retains merely approx. 20-30% of its nominal pull.

2. Steel thickness impact

*Thin metal sheet (e.g. computer case) severely limits the holding force.

3. Heat tolerance

*For N38 grade, the safety limit is 80°C.

4. Demagnetization curve and operating point (B-H)

chart generated for the permeance coefficient Pc (Permeance Coefficient) = 0.63

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.

Technical and environmental data

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%

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
Dhit sp. z o.o.
ul. Kościuszki 6A, 05-850 Ożarów Mazowiecki
tel: +48 22 499 98 98 | e-mail: bok@dhit.pl
batch number/type
id: 020166-2026
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Component MPL 50x20x20 / N38 features a low profile and professional pulling force, making it an ideal solution for building separators and machines. As a magnetic bar with high power (approx. 42.18 kg), this product is available immediately from our warehouse in Poland. Additionally, its Ni-Cu-Ni coating protects it against corrosion in standard operating conditions, giving it an aesthetic appearance.
Separating block magnets requires a technique based on sliding (moving one relative to the other), rather than forceful pulling apart. To separate the MPL 50x20x20 / N38 model, firmly slide one magnet over the edge of the other until the attraction force decreases. We recommend extreme caution, because after separation, the magnets may want to violently snap back together, which threatens pinching the skin. Never use metal tools for prying, as the brittle NdFeB material may chip and damage your eyes.
Plate magnets MPL 50x20x20 / N38 are the foundation for many industrial devices, such as magnetic separators and linear motors. They work great as fasteners under tiles, wood, or glass. Customers often choose this model for workshop organization on strips and for advanced DIY and modeling projects, where precision and power count.
For mounting flat magnets MPL 50x20x20 / N38, we recommend utilizing strong epoxy glues (e.g., UHU Endfest, Distal), which ensure a durable bond with metal or plastic. For lighter applications or mounting on smooth surfaces, branded foam tape (e.g., 3M VHB) will work, provided the surface is perfectly degreased. Avoid chemically aggressive glues or hot glue, which can demagnetize neodymium (above 80°C).
Standardly, the MPL 50x20x20 / N38 model is magnetized through the thickness (dimension 20 mm), which means that the N and S poles are located on its largest, flat surfaces. Thanks to this, it works best when "sticking" to sheet metal or another magnet with a large surface area. Such a pole arrangement ensures maximum holding capacity when pressing against the sheet, creating a closed magnetic circuit.
The presented product is a neodymium magnet with precisely defined parameters: 50 mm (length), 20 mm (width), and 20 mm (thickness). It is a magnetic block with dimensions 50x20x20 mm and a self-weight of 150 g, ready to work at temperatures up to 80°C. The product meets the standards for N38 grade magnets.

Advantages as well as disadvantages of Nd2Fe14B magnets.

Advantages

Besides their exceptional strength, neodymium magnets offer the following advantages:
  • Their magnetic field is durable, and after around ten years it decreases only by ~1% (according to research),
  • They maintain their magnetic properties even under external field action,
  • In other words, due to the shiny finish of nickel, the element gains visual value,
  • Magnets are characterized by maximum magnetic induction on the outer side,
  • 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,
  • Significant place in high-tech industry – they are commonly used in computer drives, motor assemblies, advanced medical instruments, and technologically advanced constructions.
  • Relatively small size with high pulling force – neodymium magnets offer strong magnetic field in tiny dimensions, which allows their use in compact constructions

Weaknesses

Disadvantages of neodymium magnets:
  • They are prone to damage upon heavy impacts. To avoid cracks, it is worth protecting magnets in special housings. Such protection not only protects the magnet but also improves its resistance to damage
  • Neodymium magnets decrease their power under the influence of heating. As soon as 80°C is exceeded, many of them start losing their force. Therefore, we recommend our special magnets marked [AH], which maintain stability even at temperatures up to 230°C
  • They oxidize in a humid environment. For use outdoors we suggest using waterproof magnets e.g. in rubber, plastic
  • We suggest cover - magnetic mechanism, due to difficulties in producing threads inside the magnet and complicated shapes.
  • Health risk resulting from small fragments of magnets are risky, if swallowed, which becomes key in the context of child safety. It is also worth noting that small elements of these devices are able to complicate diagnosis medical after entering the body.
  • Due to neodymium price, their price is higher than average,

Lifting parameters

Optimal lifting capacity of a neodymium magnetwhat contributes to it?

Information about lifting capacity is the result of a measurement for optimal configuration, assuming:
  • on a block made of structural steel, effectively closing the magnetic field
  • whose transverse dimension reaches at least 10 mm
  • with a surface cleaned and smooth
  • without the slightest clearance between the magnet and steel
  • under axial force direction (90-degree angle)
  • at standard ambient temperature

Lifting capacity in real conditions – factors

Real force impacted by specific conditions, such as (from priority):
  • Space between surfaces – even a fraction of a millimeter of distance (caused e.g. by veneer or dirt) diminishes the magnet efficiency, often by half at just 0.5 mm.
  • Loading method – declared lifting capacity refers to detachment vertically. When attempting to slide, the magnet exhibits much less (often approx. 20-30% of nominal force).
  • Element thickness – to utilize 100% power, the steel must be adequately massive. Thin sheet limits the attraction force (the magnet "punches through" it).
  • Metal type – different alloys reacts the same. Alloy additives worsen the attraction effect.
  • Surface condition – ground elements guarantee perfect abutment, which increases force. Rough surfaces reduce efficiency.
  • Temperature – temperature increase results in weakening of induction. It is worth remembering the maximum operating temperature for a given model.

Holding force was checked on a smooth steel plate of 20 mm thickness, when the force acted perpendicularly, whereas under attempts to slide the magnet the load capacity is reduced by as much as fivefold. In addition, even a minimal clearance between the magnet and the plate lowers the holding force.

Precautions when working with neodymium magnets
Pinching danger

Protect your hands. Two powerful magnets will join instantly with a force of massive weight, destroying everything in their path. Exercise extreme caution!

Shattering risk

Beware of splinters. Magnets can explode upon violent connection, launching shards into the air. Wear goggles.

Maximum temperature

Avoid heat. NdFeB magnets are sensitive to temperature. If you require resistance above 80°C, look for special high-temperature series (H, SH, UH).

Health Danger

Life threat: Neodymium magnets can turn off pacemakers and defibrillators. Stay away if you have medical devices.

Compass and GPS

A strong magnetic field negatively affects the functioning of compasses in phones and GPS navigation. Maintain magnets close to a device to avoid breaking the sensors.

Safe distance

Intense magnetic fields can corrupt files on credit cards, hard drives, and storage devices. Stay away of at least 10 cm.

Handling guide

Handle magnets consciously. Their immense force can surprise even professionals. Stay alert and do not underestimate their power.

Warning for allergy sufferers

Warning for allergy sufferers: The Ni-Cu-Ni coating consists of nickel. If redness occurs, immediately stop handling magnets and wear gloves.

Dust is flammable

Combustion risk: Rare earth powder is highly flammable. Avoid machining magnets in home conditions as this may cause fire.

Product not for children

These products are not toys. Eating a few magnets may result in them attracting across intestines, which poses a direct threat to life and requires urgent medical intervention.

Warning! Details about risks in the article: Safety of working with magnets.