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MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38 - lamellar magnet

lamellar magnet

Catalog no 020172

GTIN/EAN: 5906301811787

5.00

length

5 mm [±0,1 mm]

Width

5 mm [±0,1 mm]

Height

1.5 mm [±0,1 mm]

Weight

0.28 g

Magnetization Direction

↑ axial

Load capacity

0.58 kg / 5.68 N

Magnetic Induction

293.49 mT / 2935 Gs

Coating

[NiCuNi] Nickel

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Technical parameters of the product - MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38 - lamellar magnet

Specification / characteristics - MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38 - lamellar magnet

properties
properties values
Cat. no. 020172
GTIN/EAN 5906301811787
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 5 mm [±0,1 mm]
Width 5 mm [±0,1 mm]
Height 1.5 mm [±0,1 mm]
Weight 0.28 g
Magnetization Direction ↑ axial
Load capacity ~ ? 0.58 kg / 5.68 N
Magnetic Induction ~ ? 293.49 mT / 2935 Gs
Coating [NiCuNi] Nickel
Manufacturing Tolerance ±0.1 mm

Magnetic properties of material N38

Specification / characteristics MPL 5x5x1.5 / 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

Technical simulation of the magnet - report

These information constitute the outcome of a engineering analysis. Values rely on models for the material Nd2Fe14B. Operational performance might slightly differ. Please consider these calculations as a supplementary guide during assembly planning.

Table 1: Static pull force (pull vs distance) - characteristics
MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38

Distance (mm) Induction (Gauss) / mT Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) Risk Status
0 mm 2932 Gs
293.2 mT
0.58 kg / 1.28 pounds
580.0 g / 5.7 N
weak grip
1 mm 2036 Gs
203.6 mT
0.28 kg / 0.62 pounds
279.6 g / 2.7 N
weak grip
2 mm 1228 Gs
122.8 mT
0.10 kg / 0.22 pounds
101.7 g / 1.0 N
weak grip
3 mm 727 Gs
72.7 mT
0.04 kg / 0.08 pounds
35.7 g / 0.3 N
weak grip
5 mm 285 Gs
28.5 mT
0.01 kg / 0.01 pounds
5.5 g / 0.1 N
weak grip
10 mm 54 Gs
5.4 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.2 g / 0.0 N
weak grip
15 mm 18 Gs
1.8 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
weak grip
20 mm 8 Gs
0.8 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
weak grip
30 mm 3 Gs
0.3 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
weak grip
50 mm 1 Gs
0.1 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
weak grip

Table 2: Vertical hold (wall)
MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38

Distance (mm) Friction coefficient Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N)
0 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.12 kg / 0.26 pounds
116.0 g / 1.1 N
1 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.06 kg / 0.12 pounds
56.0 g / 0.5 N
2 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.02 kg / 0.04 pounds
20.0 g / 0.2 N
3 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.01 kg / 0.02 pounds
8.0 g / 0.1 N
5 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
2.0 g / 0.0 N
10 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
15 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
20 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
30 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
50 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N

Table 3: Wall mounting (shearing) - vertical pull
MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38

Surface type Friction coefficient / % Mocy Max load (kg/lbs/g/N)
Raw steel
µ = 0.3 30% Nominalnej Siły
0.17 kg / 0.38 pounds
174.0 g / 1.7 N
Painted steel (standard)
µ = 0.2 20% Nominalnej Siły
0.12 kg / 0.26 pounds
116.0 g / 1.1 N
Oily/slippery steel
µ = 0.1 10% Nominalnej Siły
0.06 kg / 0.13 pounds
58.0 g / 0.6 N
Magnet with anti-slip rubber
µ = 0.5 50% Nominalnej Siły
0.29 kg / 0.64 pounds
290.0 g / 2.8 N

Table 4: Steel thickness (substrate influence) - sheet metal selection
MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38

Steel thickness (mm) % power Real pull force (kg/lbs/g/N)
0.5 mm
10%
0.06 kg / 0.13 pounds
58.0 g / 0.6 N
1 mm
25%
0.15 kg / 0.32 pounds
145.0 g / 1.4 N
2 mm
50%
0.29 kg / 0.64 pounds
290.0 g / 2.8 N
3 mm
75%
0.43 kg / 0.96 pounds
435.0 g / 4.3 N
5 mm
100%
0.58 kg / 1.28 pounds
580.0 g / 5.7 N
10 mm
100%
0.58 kg / 1.28 pounds
580.0 g / 5.7 N
11 mm
100%
0.58 kg / 1.28 pounds
580.0 g / 5.7 N
12 mm
100%
0.58 kg / 1.28 pounds
580.0 g / 5.7 N

Table 5: Thermal resistance (material behavior) - resistance threshold
MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38

Ambient temp. (°C) Power loss Remaining pull (kg/lbs/g/N) Status
20 °C 0.0% 0.58 kg / 1.28 pounds
580.0 g / 5.7 N
OK
40 °C -2.2% 0.57 kg / 1.25 pounds
567.2 g / 5.6 N
OK
60 °C -4.4% 0.55 kg / 1.22 pounds
554.5 g / 5.4 N
80 °C -6.6% 0.54 kg / 1.19 pounds
541.7 g / 5.3 N
100 °C -28.8% 0.41 kg / 0.91 pounds
413.0 g / 4.1 N

Table 6: Magnet-Magnet interaction (attraction) - field range
MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38

Gap (mm) Attraction (kg/lbs) (N-S) Shear Strength (kg/lbs/g/N) Repulsion (kg/lbs) (N-N)
0 mm 1.33 kg / 2.92 pounds
4 518 Gs
0.20 kg / 0.44 pounds
199 g / 1.9 N
N/A
1 mm 0.97 kg / 2.15 pounds
5 027 Gs
0.15 kg / 0.32 pounds
146 g / 1.4 N
0.88 kg / 1.93 pounds
~0 Gs
2 mm 0.64 kg / 1.41 pounds
4 071 Gs
0.10 kg / 0.21 pounds
96 g / 0.9 N
0.57 kg / 1.27 pounds
~0 Gs
3 mm 0.39 kg / 0.86 pounds
3 188 Gs
0.06 kg / 0.13 pounds
59 g / 0.6 N
0.35 kg / 0.78 pounds
~0 Gs
5 mm 0.14 kg / 0.30 pounds
1 886 Gs
0.02 kg / 0.05 pounds
21 g / 0.2 N
0.12 kg / 0.27 pounds
~0 Gs
10 mm 0.01 kg / 0.03 pounds
569 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
2 g / 0.0 N
0.01 kg / 0.02 pounds
~0 Gs
20 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
108 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs
50 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
9 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs
60 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
5 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs
70 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
3 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs
80 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
2 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs
90 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
2 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs
100 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
1 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs

Table 7: Safety (HSE) (implants) - warnings
MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38

Object / Device Limit (Gauss) / mT Safe distance
Pacemaker 5 Gs (0.5 mT) 2.5 cm
Hearing aid 10 Gs (1.0 mT) 2.0 cm
Mechanical watch 20 Gs (2.0 mT) 1.5 cm
Phone / Smartphone 40 Gs (4.0 mT) 1.5 cm
Remote 50 Gs (5.0 mT) 1.5 cm
Payment card 400 Gs (40.0 mT) 0.5 cm
HDD hard drive 600 Gs (60.0 mT) 0.5 cm

Table 8: Dynamics (kinetic energy) - warning
MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38

Start from (mm) Speed (km/h) Energy (J) Predicted outcome
10 mm 45.91 km/h
(12.75 m/s)
0.02 J
30 mm 79.50 km/h
(22.08 m/s)
0.07 J
50 mm 102.64 km/h
(28.51 m/s)
0.11 J
100 mm 145.15 km/h
(40.32 m/s)
0.23 J

Table 9: Coating parameters (durability)
MPL 5x5x1.5 / 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 (Pc)
MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38

Parameter Value SI Unit / Description
Magnetic Flux 799 Mx 8.0 µWb
Pc Coefficient 0.36 Low (Flat)

Table 11: Physics of underwater searching
MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38

Environment Effective steel pull Effect
Air (land) 0.58 kg Standard
Water (riverbed) 0.66 kg
(+0.08 kg buoyancy gain)
+14.5%
Corrosion 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 holds just approx. 20-30% of its nominal pull.

2. Efficiency vs thickness

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

3. Thermal stability

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

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

chart generated for the permeance coefficient Pc (Permeance Coefficient) = 0.36

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 specification and ecology
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
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: 020172-2026
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This product is an extremely strong magnet in the shape of a plate made of NdFeB material, which, with dimensions of 5x5x1.5 mm and a weight of 0.28 g, guarantees the highest quality connection. This rectangular block with a force of 5.68 N is ready for shipment in 24h, allowing for rapid realization of your project. Additionally, its Ni-Cu-Ni coating secures it against corrosion in standard operating conditions, giving it an aesthetic appearance.
Separating strong flat 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 0.58 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.
They constitute a key element in the production of wind generators and material handling systems. Thanks to the flat surface and high force (approx. 0.58 kg), they are ideal as closers in furniture making and mounting elements in automation. Customers often choose this model for hanging tools on strips and for advanced DIY and modeling projects, where precision and power count.
For mounting flat magnets MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38, we recommend utilizing strong epoxy glues (e.g., UHU Endfest, Distal), which ensure a durable bond with metal or plastic. Double-sided tape cushions vibrations, which is an advantage when mounting in moving elements. Remember to clean and degrease the magnet surface before gluing, which significantly increases the adhesion of the glue to the nickel coating.
The magnetic axis runs through the shortest dimension, which is typical for gripper magnets. 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: 5 mm (length), 5 mm (width), and 1.5 mm (thickness). The key parameter here is the holding force amounting to approximately 0.58 kg (force ~5.68 N), which, with such a compact shape, proves the high grade of the material. The protective [NiCuNi] coating secures the magnet against corrosion.

Strengths as well as weaknesses of rare earth magnets.

Strengths

Besides their tremendous magnetic power, neodymium magnets offer the following advantages:
  • Their strength remains stable, and after approximately ten years it decreases only by ~1% (according to research),
  • Neodymium magnets are distinguished by extremely resistant to loss of magnetic properties caused by external interference,
  • The use of an refined finish of noble metals (nickel, gold, silver) causes the element to have aesthetics,
  • Magnets are characterized by exceptionally strong magnetic induction on the active area,
  • Made from properly selected components, these magnets show impressive resistance to high heat, enabling them to function (depending on their shape) at temperatures up to 230°C and above...
  • Thanks to the potential of precise forming and customization to individualized solutions, neodymium magnets can be modeled in a variety of forms and dimensions, which increases their versatility,
  • Significant place in modern technologies – they serve a role in computer drives, brushless drives, advanced medical instruments, also complex engineering applications.
  • Relatively small size with high pulling force – neodymium magnets offer impressive pulling force in compact dimensions, which enables their usage in miniature devices

Disadvantages

Cons of neodymium magnets: tips and applications.
  • They are prone to damage upon heavy impacts. To avoid cracks, it is worth securing magnets using a steel holder. Such protection not only shields the magnet but also increases its resistance to damage
  • NdFeB magnets lose force when exposed to high temperatures. After reaching 80°C, many of them experience permanent drop of power (a factor is the shape and dimensions of the magnet). We offer magnets specially adapted to work at temperatures up to 230°C marked [AH], which are very resistant to heat
  • They rust in a humid environment - during use outdoors we suggest using waterproof magnets e.g. in rubber, plastic
  • Limited ability of creating nuts in the magnet and complicated shapes - recommended is casing - magnet mounting.
  • Health risk resulting from small fragments of magnets pose a threat, in case of ingestion, which is particularly important in the aspect of protecting the youngest. Additionally, small elements of these magnets are able to be problematic in diagnostics medical after entering the body.
  • Higher cost of purchase is one of the disadvantages compared to ceramic magnets, especially in budget applications

Holding force characteristics

Breakaway strength of the magnet in ideal conditionswhat it depends on?

Breakaway force was determined for ideal contact conditions, assuming:
  • on a block made of mild steel, perfectly concentrating the magnetic flux
  • with a cross-section of at least 10 mm
  • with an ideally smooth contact surface
  • without any clearance between the magnet and steel
  • for force applied at a right angle (pull-off, not shear)
  • at conditions approx. 20°C

Practical aspects of lifting capacity – factors

It is worth knowing that the magnet holding may be lower depending on elements below, in order of importance:
  • Space between surfaces – every millimeter of separation (caused e.g. by varnish or dirt) significantly weakens the pulling force, often by half at just 0.5 mm.
  • Loading method – declared lifting capacity refers to pulling vertically. When applying parallel force, the magnet exhibits much less (often approx. 20-30% of maximum force).
  • Substrate thickness – to utilize 100% power, the steel must be adequately massive. Paper-thin metal restricts the attraction force (the magnet "punches through" it).
  • Steel grade – the best choice is pure iron steel. Stainless steels may generate lower lifting capacity.
  • Surface finish – ideal contact is obtained only on smooth steel. Rough texture reduce the real contact area, reducing force.
  • Heat – neodymium magnets have a negative temperature coefficient. At higher temperatures they are weaker, and in frost they can be stronger (up to a certain limit).

Holding force was checked on the plate surface of 20 mm thickness, when a perpendicular force was applied, whereas under attempts to slide the magnet the lifting capacity is smaller. Moreover, even a minimal clearance between the magnet’s surface and the plate reduces the holding force.

Precautions when working with NdFeB magnets
Threat to electronics

Avoid bringing magnets close to a purse, computer, or screen. The magnetism can destroy these devices and wipe information from cards.

Danger to pacemakers

People with a heart stimulator should maintain an absolute distance from magnets. The magnetic field can stop the functioning of the implant.

Product not for children

NdFeB magnets are not toys. Swallowing multiple magnets can lead to them pinching intestinal walls, which constitutes a severe health hazard and necessitates urgent medical intervention.

Magnetic interference

A strong magnetic field disrupts the functioning of compasses in phones and GPS navigation. Do not bring magnets close to a device to avoid damaging the sensors.

Dust explosion hazard

Fire warning: Rare earth powder is explosive. Avoid machining magnets in home conditions as this may cause fire.

Nickel allergy

Warning for allergy sufferers: The Ni-Cu-Ni coating consists of nickel. If redness happens, immediately stop handling magnets and use protective gear.

Demagnetization risk

Control the heat. Exposing the magnet to high heat will destroy its properties and pulling force.

Finger safety

Mind your fingers. Two powerful magnets will snap together immediately with a force of massive weight, crushing everything in their path. Exercise extreme caution!

Powerful field

Handle magnets with awareness. Their huge power can shock even experienced users. Plan your moves and respect their force.

Protective goggles

Neodymium magnets are sintered ceramics, meaning they are fragile like glass. Collision of two magnets will cause them cracking into small pieces.

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