MPL 50x20x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet
lamellar magnet
Catalog no 020473
GTIN/EAN: 5906301811930
length
50 mm [±0,1 mm]
Width
20 mm [±0,1 mm]
Height
5 mm [±0,1 mm]
Weight
37.5 g
Magnetization Direction
↑ axial
Load capacity
12.69 kg / 124.48 N
Magnetic Induction
197.73 mT / 1977 Gs
Coating
[NiCuNi] Nickel
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Technical of the product - MPL 50x20x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet
Specification / characteristics - MPL 50x20x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet
| properties | values |
|---|---|
| Cat. no. | 020473 |
| GTIN/EAN | 5906301811930 |
| Production/Distribution | Dhit sp. z o.o. |
| Country of origin | Poland / China / Germany |
| Customs code | 85059029 |
| length | 50 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| Width | 20 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| Height | 5 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| Weight | 37.5 g |
| Magnetization Direction | ↑ axial |
| Load capacity ~ ? | 12.69 kg / 124.48 N |
| Magnetic Induction ~ ? | 197.73 mT / 1977 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 analysis of the assembly - report
The following data represent the outcome of a physical calculation. Values are based on models for the material Nd2Fe14B. Actual performance might slightly differ from theoretical values. Treat these calculations as a reference point during assembly planning.
Table 1: Static force (force vs gap) - power drop
MPL 50x20x5 / N38
| Distance (mm) | Induction (Gauss) / mT | Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) | Risk Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 mm |
1977 Gs
197.7 mT
|
12.69 kg / 27.98 pounds
12690.0 g / 124.5 N
|
dangerous! |
| 1 mm |
1885 Gs
188.5 mT
|
11.53 kg / 25.42 pounds
11530.3 g / 113.1 N
|
dangerous! |
| 2 mm |
1772 Gs
177.2 mT
|
10.20 kg / 22.49 pounds
10199.9 g / 100.1 N
|
dangerous! |
| 3 mm |
1649 Gs
164.9 mT
|
8.83 kg / 19.47 pounds
8831.3 g / 86.6 N
|
medium risk |
| 5 mm |
1395 Gs
139.5 mT
|
6.32 kg / 13.93 pounds
6320.3 g / 62.0 N
|
medium risk |
| 10 mm |
870 Gs
87.0 mT
|
2.46 kg / 5.42 pounds
2459.4 g / 24.1 N
|
medium risk |
| 15 mm |
549 Gs
54.9 mT
|
0.98 kg / 2.15 pounds
976.9 g / 9.6 N
|
safe |
| 20 mm |
359 Gs
35.9 mT
|
0.42 kg / 0.92 pounds
418.9 g / 4.1 N
|
safe |
| 30 mm |
172 Gs
17.2 mT
|
0.10 kg / 0.21 pounds
95.7 g / 0.9 N
|
safe |
| 50 mm |
54 Gs
5.4 mT
|
0.01 kg / 0.02 pounds
9.5 g / 0.1 N
|
safe |
Table 2: Sliding load (wall)
MPL 50x20x5 / N38
| Distance (mm) | Friction coefficient | Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
2.54 kg / 5.60 pounds
2538.0 g / 24.9 N
|
| 1 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
2.31 kg / 5.08 pounds
2306.0 g / 22.6 N
|
| 2 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
2.04 kg / 4.50 pounds
2040.0 g / 20.0 N
|
| 3 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
1.77 kg / 3.89 pounds
1766.0 g / 17.3 N
|
| 5 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
1.26 kg / 2.79 pounds
1264.0 g / 12.4 N
|
| 10 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.49 kg / 1.08 pounds
492.0 g / 4.8 N
|
| 15 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.20 kg / 0.43 pounds
196.0 g / 1.9 N
|
| 20 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.08 kg / 0.19 pounds
84.0 g / 0.8 N
|
| 30 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.02 kg / 0.04 pounds
20.0 g / 0.2 N
|
| 50 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
2.0 g / 0.0 N
|
Table 3: Wall mounting (sliding) - behavior on slippery surfaces
MPL 50x20x5 / N38
| Surface type | Friction coefficient / % Mocy | Max load (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| Raw steel |
µ = 0.3
30% Nominalnej Siły
|
3.81 kg / 8.39 pounds
3807.0 g / 37.3 N
|
| Painted steel (standard) |
µ = 0.2
20% Nominalnej Siły
|
2.54 kg / 5.60 pounds
2538.0 g / 24.9 N
|
| Oily/slippery steel |
µ = 0.1
10% Nominalnej Siły
|
1.27 kg / 2.80 pounds
1269.0 g / 12.4 N
|
| Magnet with anti-slip rubber |
µ = 0.5
50% Nominalnej Siły
|
6.35 kg / 13.99 pounds
6345.0 g / 62.2 N
|
Table 4: Material efficiency (substrate influence) - power losses
MPL 50x20x5 / N38
| Steel thickness (mm) | % power | Real pull force (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mm |
|
0.63 kg / 1.40 pounds
634.5 g / 6.2 N
|
| 1 mm |
|
1.59 kg / 3.50 pounds
1586.3 g / 15.6 N
|
| 2 mm |
|
3.17 kg / 6.99 pounds
3172.5 g / 31.1 N
|
| 3 mm |
|
4.76 kg / 10.49 pounds
4758.8 g / 46.7 N
|
| 5 mm |
|
7.93 kg / 17.49 pounds
7931.2 g / 77.8 N
|
| 10 mm |
|
12.69 kg / 27.98 pounds
12690.0 g / 124.5 N
|
| 11 mm |
|
12.69 kg / 27.98 pounds
12690.0 g / 124.5 N
|
| 12 mm |
|
12.69 kg / 27.98 pounds
12690.0 g / 124.5 N
|
Table 5: Thermal resistance (stability) - thermal limit
MPL 50x20x5 / N38
| Ambient temp. (°C) | Power loss | Remaining pull (kg/lbs/g/N) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 °C | 0.0% |
12.69 kg / 27.98 pounds
12690.0 g / 124.5 N
|
OK |
| 40 °C | -2.2% |
12.41 kg / 27.36 pounds
12410.8 g / 121.8 N
|
OK |
| 60 °C | -4.4% |
12.13 kg / 26.75 pounds
12131.6 g / 119.0 N
|
|
| 80 °C | -6.6% |
11.85 kg / 26.13 pounds
11852.5 g / 116.3 N
|
|
| 100 °C | -28.8% |
9.04 kg / 19.92 pounds
9035.3 g / 88.6 N
|
Table 6: Two magnets (attraction) - field collision
MPL 50x20x5 / N38
| Gap (mm) | Attraction (kg/lbs) (N-S) | Shear Strength (kg/lbs/g/N) | Repulsion (kg/lbs) (N-N) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 mm |
24.10 kg / 53.12 pounds
3 371 Gs
|
3.61 kg / 7.97 pounds
3614 g / 35.5 N
|
N/A |
| 1 mm |
23.06 kg / 50.84 pounds
3 868 Gs
|
3.46 kg / 7.63 pounds
3459 g / 33.9 N
|
20.75 kg / 45.75 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 2 mm |
21.89 kg / 48.27 pounds
3 769 Gs
|
3.28 kg / 7.24 pounds
3284 g / 32.2 N
|
19.71 kg / 43.44 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 3 mm |
20.65 kg / 45.53 pounds
3 661 Gs
|
3.10 kg / 6.83 pounds
3098 g / 30.4 N
|
18.59 kg / 40.98 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 5 mm |
18.07 kg / 39.83 pounds
3 424 Gs
|
2.71 kg / 5.97 pounds
2710 g / 26.6 N
|
16.26 kg / 35.84 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 10 mm |
12.00 kg / 26.46 pounds
2 790 Gs
|
1.80 kg / 3.97 pounds
1800 g / 17.7 N
|
10.80 kg / 23.81 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 20 mm |
4.67 kg / 10.30 pounds
1 741 Gs
|
0.70 kg / 1.54 pounds
701 g / 6.9 N
|
4.20 kg / 9.27 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 50 mm |
0.37 kg / 0.81 pounds
488 Gs
|
0.06 kg / 0.12 pounds
55 g / 0.5 N
|
0.33 kg / 0.73 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 60 mm |
0.18 kg / 0.40 pounds
343 Gs
|
0.03 kg / 0.06 pounds
27 g / 0.3 N
|
0.16 kg / 0.36 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 70 mm |
0.10 kg / 0.21 pounds
248 Gs
|
0.01 kg / 0.03 pounds
14 g / 0.1 N
|
0.09 kg / 0.19 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 80 mm |
0.05 kg / 0.12 pounds
184 Gs
|
0.01 kg / 0.02 pounds
8 g / 0.1 N
|
0.05 kg / 0.10 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 90 mm |
0.03 kg / 0.07 pounds
140 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.01 pounds
5 g / 0.0 N
|
0.03 kg / 0.06 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 100 mm |
0.02 kg / 0.04 pounds
108 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.01 pounds
3 g / 0.0 N
|
0.02 kg / 0.04 pounds
~0 Gs
|
Table 7: Safety (HSE) (implants) - warnings
MPL 50x20x5 / N38
| Object / Device | Limit (Gauss) / mT | Safe distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pacemaker | 5 Gs (0.5 mT) | 12.5 cm |
| Hearing aid | 10 Gs (1.0 mT) | 9.5 cm |
| Timepiece | 20 Gs (2.0 mT) | 7.5 cm |
| Phone / Smartphone | 40 Gs (4.0 mT) | 6.0 cm |
| Car key | 50 Gs (5.0 mT) | 5.5 cm |
| Payment card | 400 Gs (40.0 mT) | 2.0 cm |
| HDD hard drive | 600 Gs (60.0 mT) | 1.5 cm |
Table 8: Impact energy (kinetic energy) - collision effects
MPL 50x20x5 / N38
| Start from (mm) | Speed (km/h) | Energy (J) | Predicted outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mm |
20.68 km/h
(5.74 m/s)
|
0.62 J | |
| 30 mm |
32.28 km/h
(8.97 m/s)
|
1.51 J | |
| 50 mm |
41.50 km/h
(11.53 m/s)
|
2.49 J | |
| 100 mm |
58.67 km/h
(16.30 m/s)
|
4.98 J |
Table 9: Corrosion resistance
MPL 50x20x5 / 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 50x20x5 / N38
| Parameter | Value | SI Unit / Description |
|---|---|---|
| Magnetic Flux | 20 792 Mx | 207.9 µWb |
| Pc Coefficient | 0.21 | Low (Flat) |
Table 11: Physics of underwater searching
MPL 50x20x5 / N38
| Environment | Effective steel pull | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Air (land) | 12.69 kg | Standard |
| Water (riverbed) |
14.53 kg
(+1.84 kg buoyancy gain)
|
+14.5% |
1. Wall mount (shear)
*Caution: On a vertical wall, the magnet holds just ~20% of its perpendicular strength.
2. Plate thickness effect
*Thin steel (e.g. computer case) severely limits the holding force.
3. Temperature resistance
*For standard magnets, the safety limit is 80°C.
4. Demagnetization curve and operating point (B-H)
chart generated for the permeance coefficient Pc (Permeance Coefficient) = 0.21
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% |
Environmental data
| recyclability (EoL) | 100% |
| recycled raw materials | ~10% (pre-cons) |
| carbon footprint | low / zredukowany |
| waste code (EWC) | 16 02 16 |
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Pros and cons of Nd2Fe14B magnets.
Strengths
- They do not lose magnetism, even over approximately 10 years – the reduction in strength is only ~1% (based on measurements),
- Neodymium magnets are distinguished by exceptionally resistant to loss of magnetic properties caused by external magnetic fields,
- In other words, due to the smooth surface of silver, the element gains visual value,
- They show high magnetic induction at the operating surface, which increases their power,
- 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...
- Possibility of detailed modeling as well as adjusting to complex needs,
- Universal use in future technologies – they are utilized in hard drives, drive modules, medical equipment, also complex engineering applications.
- Compactness – despite small sizes they generate large force, making them ideal for precision applications
Weaknesses
- Brittleness is one of their disadvantages. Upon intense impact they can fracture. We recommend keeping them in a steel housing, which not only secures them against impacts but also increases their durability
- 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 rust in a humid environment - during use outdoors we recommend using waterproof magnets e.g. in rubber, plastic
- Limited ability of creating nuts in the magnet and complex forms - preferred is cover - magnet mounting.
- Possible danger to health – tiny shards of magnets are risky, in case of ingestion, which gains importance in the context of child health protection. Furthermore, small elements of these products are able to be problematic in diagnostics medical when they are in the body.
- 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 it depends on?
- using a sheet made of mild steel, serving as a magnetic yoke
- with a cross-section minimum 10 mm
- characterized by lack of roughness
- without any clearance between the magnet and steel
- during detachment in a direction perpendicular to the mounting surface
- at standard ambient temperature
What influences lifting capacity in practice
- Distance – existence of foreign body (rust, tape, air) acts as an insulator, which lowers power rapidly (even by 50% at 0.5 mm).
- Force direction – declared lifting capacity refers to detachment vertically. When attempting to slide, the magnet holds significantly lower power (typically approx. 20-30% of maximum force).
- Base massiveness – too thin plate does not accept the full field, causing part of the power to be lost into the air.
- Chemical composition of the base – mild steel gives the best results. Higher carbon content reduce magnetic permeability and holding force.
- Surface condition – ground elements ensure maximum contact, which improves field saturation. Rough surfaces reduce efficiency.
- Temperature influence – hot environment reduces pulling force. Exceeding the limit temperature can permanently damage the magnet.
Lifting capacity testing was conducted on a smooth plate of suitable thickness, under perpendicular forces, whereas under parallel forces the holding force is lower. In addition, even a small distance between the magnet’s surface and the plate reduces the load capacity.
H&S for magnets
Bone fractures
Pinching hazard: The attraction force is so immense that it can result in hematomas, crushing, and even bone fractures. Use thick gloves.
No play value
Always keep magnets out of reach of children. Ingestion danger is high, and the effects of magnets clamping inside the body are fatal.
Power loss in heat
Standard neodymium magnets (grade N) lose power when the temperature goes above 80°C. Damage is permanent.
Respect the power
Before use, check safety instructions. Uncontrolled attraction can break the magnet or injure your hand. Be predictive.
Allergy Warning
A percentage of the population have a contact allergy to nickel, which is the common plating for NdFeB magnets. Frequent touching might lead to skin redness. We suggest wear safety gloves.
GPS and phone interference
A strong magnetic field negatively affects the operation of magnetometers in phones and navigation systems. Do not bring magnets close to a smartphone to prevent damaging the sensors.
Fire warning
Dust created during grinding of magnets is combustible. Do not drill into magnets unless you are an expert.
Protective goggles
Despite metallic appearance, the material is brittle and cannot withstand shocks. Do not hit, as the magnet may shatter into sharp, dangerous pieces.
Data carriers
Do not bring magnets near a wallet, laptop, or TV. The magnetic field can irreversibly ruin these devices and erase data from cards.
Medical implants
For implant holders: Powerful magnets affect electronics. Keep minimum 30 cm distance or request help to handle the magnets.
