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MPL 50x20x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet

lamellar magnet

Catalog no 020473

GTIN/EAN: 5906301811930

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Load capacity 12.69 kg / 124.48 N Magnetic Induction 197.73 mT / 1977 Gs
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
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 50x20x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet

Specification / characteristics - MPL 50x20x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet

properties
properties values
Cat. no. 020473
GTIN/EAN 5906301811930
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 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

Specification / characteristics MPL 50x20x5 / 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 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 LBS
12690.0 g / 124.5 N
critical level
1 mm 1885 Gs
188.5 mT
11.53 kg / 25.42 LBS
11530.3 g / 113.1 N
critical level
2 mm 1772 Gs
177.2 mT
10.20 kg / 22.49 LBS
10199.9 g / 100.1 N
critical level
3 mm 1649 Gs
164.9 mT
8.83 kg / 19.47 LBS
8831.3 g / 86.6 N
strong
5 mm 1395 Gs
139.5 mT
6.32 kg / 13.93 LBS
6320.3 g / 62.0 N
strong
10 mm 870 Gs
87.0 mT
2.46 kg / 5.42 LBS
2459.4 g / 24.1 N
strong
15 mm 549 Gs
54.9 mT
0.98 kg / 2.15 LBS
976.9 g / 9.6 N
weak grip
20 mm 359 Gs
35.9 mT
0.42 kg / 0.92 LBS
418.9 g / 4.1 N
weak grip
30 mm 172 Gs
17.2 mT
0.10 kg / 0.21 LBS
95.7 g / 0.9 N
weak grip
50 mm 54 Gs
5.4 mT
0.01 kg / 0.02 LBS
9.5 g / 0.1 N
weak grip

Table 2: Sliding hold (vertical surface)
MPL 50x20x5 / N38

Distance (mm) Friction coefficient Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N)
0 mm Stal (~0.2) 2.54 kg / 5.60 LBS
2538.0 g / 24.9 N
1 mm Stal (~0.2) 2.31 kg / 5.08 LBS
2306.0 g / 22.6 N
2 mm Stal (~0.2) 2.04 kg / 4.50 LBS
2040.0 g / 20.0 N
3 mm Stal (~0.2) 1.77 kg / 3.89 LBS
1766.0 g / 17.3 N
5 mm Stal (~0.2) 1.26 kg / 2.79 LBS
1264.0 g / 12.4 N
10 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.49 kg / 1.08 LBS
492.0 g / 4.8 N
15 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.20 kg / 0.43 LBS
196.0 g / 1.9 N
20 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.08 kg / 0.19 LBS
84.0 g / 0.8 N
30 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.02 kg / 0.04 LBS
20.0 g / 0.2 N
50 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.00 LBS
2.0 g / 0.0 N

Table 3: Vertical assembly (shearing) - vertical pull
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 LBS
3807.0 g / 37.3 N
Painted steel (standard)
µ = 0.2 20% Nominalnej Siły
2.54 kg / 5.60 LBS
2538.0 g / 24.9 N
Oily/slippery steel
µ = 0.1 10% Nominalnej Siły
1.27 kg / 2.80 LBS
1269.0 g / 12.4 N
Magnet with anti-slip rubber
µ = 0.5 50% Nominalnej Siły
6.35 kg / 13.99 LBS
6345.0 g / 62.2 N

Table 4: Material efficiency (saturation) - sheet metal selection
MPL 50x20x5 / N38

Steel thickness (mm) % power Real pull force (kg/lbs/g/N)
0.5 mm
5%
0.63 kg / 1.40 LBS
634.5 g / 6.2 N
1 mm
13%
1.59 kg / 3.50 LBS
1586.3 g / 15.6 N
2 mm
25%
3.17 kg / 6.99 LBS
3172.5 g / 31.1 N
3 mm
38%
4.76 kg / 10.49 LBS
4758.8 g / 46.7 N
5 mm
63%
7.93 kg / 17.49 LBS
7931.2 g / 77.8 N
10 mm
100%
12.69 kg / 27.98 LBS
12690.0 g / 124.5 N
11 mm
100%
12.69 kg / 27.98 LBS
12690.0 g / 124.5 N
12 mm
100%
12.69 kg / 27.98 LBS
12690.0 g / 124.5 N

Table 5: Thermal stability (stability) - power drop
MPL 50x20x5 / N38

Ambient temp. (°C) Power loss Remaining pull (kg/lbs/g/N) Status
20 °C 0.0% 12.69 kg / 27.98 LBS
12690.0 g / 124.5 N
OK
40 °C -2.2% 12.41 kg / 27.36 LBS
12410.8 g / 121.8 N
OK
60 °C -4.4% 12.13 kg / 26.75 LBS
12131.6 g / 119.0 N
80 °C -6.6% 11.85 kg / 26.13 LBS
11852.5 g / 116.3 N
100 °C -28.8% 9.04 kg / 19.92 LBS
9035.3 g / 88.6 N

Table 6: Two magnets (repulsion) - field collision
MPL 50x20x5 / N38

Gap (mm) Attraction (kg/lbs) (N-S) Lateral Force (kg/lbs/g/N) Repulsion (kg/lbs) (N-N)
0 mm 24.10 kg / 53.12 LBS
3 371 Gs
3.61 kg / 7.97 LBS
3614 g / 35.5 N
N/A
1 mm 23.06 kg / 50.84 LBS
3 868 Gs
3.46 kg / 7.63 LBS
3459 g / 33.9 N
20.75 kg / 45.75 LBS
~0 Gs
2 mm 21.89 kg / 48.27 LBS
3 769 Gs
3.28 kg / 7.24 LBS
3284 g / 32.2 N
19.71 kg / 43.44 LBS
~0 Gs
3 mm 20.65 kg / 45.53 LBS
3 661 Gs
3.10 kg / 6.83 LBS
3098 g / 30.4 N
18.59 kg / 40.98 LBS
~0 Gs
5 mm 18.07 kg / 39.83 LBS
3 424 Gs
2.71 kg / 5.97 LBS
2710 g / 26.6 N
16.26 kg / 35.84 LBS
~0 Gs
10 mm 12.00 kg / 26.46 LBS
2 790 Gs
1.80 kg / 3.97 LBS
1800 g / 17.7 N
10.80 kg / 23.81 LBS
~0 Gs
20 mm 4.67 kg / 10.30 LBS
1 741 Gs
0.70 kg / 1.54 LBS
701 g / 6.9 N
4.20 kg / 9.27 LBS
~0 Gs
50 mm 0.37 kg / 0.81 LBS
488 Gs
0.06 kg / 0.12 LBS
55 g / 0.5 N
0.33 kg / 0.73 LBS
~0 Gs
60 mm 0.18 kg / 0.40 LBS
343 Gs
0.03 kg / 0.06 LBS
27 g / 0.3 N
0.16 kg / 0.36 LBS
~0 Gs
70 mm 0.10 kg / 0.21 LBS
248 Gs
0.01 kg / 0.03 LBS
14 g / 0.1 N
0.09 kg / 0.19 LBS
~0 Gs
80 mm 0.05 kg / 0.12 LBS
184 Gs
0.01 kg / 0.02 LBS
8 g / 0.1 N
0.05 kg / 0.10 LBS
~0 Gs
90 mm 0.03 kg / 0.07 LBS
140 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.01 LBS
5 g / 0.0 N
0.03 kg / 0.06 LBS
~0 Gs
100 mm 0.02 kg / 0.04 LBS
108 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.01 LBS
3 g / 0.0 N
0.02 kg / 0.04 LBS
~0 Gs

Table 7: Hazards (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
Mechanical watch 20 Gs (2.0 mT) 7.5 cm
Mobile device 40 Gs (4.0 mT) 6.0 cm
Remote 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) - warning
MPL 50x20x5 / N38

Start from (mm) Speed (km/h) Energy (J) Predicted outcome
10 mm 21.52 km/h
(5.98 m/s)
0.67 J
30 mm 23.53 km/h
(6.54 m/s)
0.80 J
50 mm 23.63 km/h
(6.56 m/s)
0.81 J
100 mm 23.65 km/h
(6.57 m/s)
0.81 J

Table 9: Anti-corrosion coating durability
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: Construction 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%
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) = 0.21

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.

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: 020473-2026
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This product is a very powerful magnet in the shape of a plate made of NdFeB material, which, with dimensions of 50x20x5 mm and a weight of 37.5 g, guarantees premium class connection. This magnetic block with a force of 124.48 N is ready for shipment in 24h, allowing for rapid realization of your project. 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. Watch your fingers! Magnets with a force of 12.69 kg can pinch very hard and cause hematomas. Never use metal tools for prying, as the brittle NdFeB material may chip and damage your eyes.
Plate magnets MPL 50x20x5 / 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.
Cyanoacrylate glues (super glue type) are good only for small magnets; for larger plates, we recommend resins. 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 50x20x5 / N38 model is magnetized through the thickness (dimension 5 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 5 mm (thickness). It is a magnetic block with dimensions 50x20x5 mm and a self-weight of 37.5 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
Handling guide

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

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.

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!

Safe distance

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

Health Danger

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

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).

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.

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.

Shattering risk

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

Dust is flammable

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

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