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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 specification - 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 - technical parameters

These information constitute the result of a engineering calculation. Values were calculated on models for the material Nd2Fe14B. Real-world conditions might slightly differ from theoretical values. Treat these data as a preliminary roadmap when designing systems.

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 lbs
580.0 g / 5.7 N
low risk
1 mm 2036 Gs
203.6 mT
0.28 kg / 0.62 lbs
279.6 g / 2.7 N
low risk
2 mm 1228 Gs
122.8 mT
0.10 kg / 0.22 lbs
101.7 g / 1.0 N
low risk
3 mm 727 Gs
72.7 mT
0.04 kg / 0.08 lbs
35.7 g / 0.3 N
low risk
5 mm 285 Gs
28.5 mT
0.01 kg / 0.01 lbs
5.5 g / 0.1 N
low risk
10 mm 54 Gs
5.4 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.2 g / 0.0 N
low risk
15 mm 18 Gs
1.8 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
low risk
20 mm 8 Gs
0.8 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
low risk
30 mm 3 Gs
0.3 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
low risk
50 mm 1 Gs
0.1 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
low risk

Table 2: Slippage capacity (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 lbs
116.0 g / 1.1 N
1 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.06 kg / 0.12 lbs
56.0 g / 0.5 N
2 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.02 kg / 0.04 lbs
20.0 g / 0.2 N
3 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.01 kg / 0.02 lbs
8.0 g / 0.1 N
5 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
2.0 g / 0.0 N
10 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
15 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
20 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
30 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
50 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N

Table 3: Wall mounting (sliding) - 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 lbs
174.0 g / 1.7 N
Painted steel (standard)
µ = 0.2 20% Nominalnej Siły
0.12 kg / 0.26 lbs
116.0 g / 1.1 N
Oily/slippery steel
µ = 0.1 10% Nominalnej Siły
0.06 kg / 0.13 lbs
58.0 g / 0.6 N
Magnet with anti-slip rubber
µ = 0.5 50% Nominalnej Siły
0.29 kg / 0.64 lbs
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 lbs
58.0 g / 0.6 N
1 mm
25%
0.15 kg / 0.32 lbs
145.0 g / 1.4 N
2 mm
50%
0.29 kg / 0.64 lbs
290.0 g / 2.8 N
3 mm
75%
0.43 kg / 0.96 lbs
435.0 g / 4.3 N
5 mm
100%
0.58 kg / 1.28 lbs
580.0 g / 5.7 N
10 mm
100%
0.58 kg / 1.28 lbs
580.0 g / 5.7 N
11 mm
100%
0.58 kg / 1.28 lbs
580.0 g / 5.7 N
12 mm
100%
0.58 kg / 1.28 lbs
580.0 g / 5.7 N

Table 5: Working in heat (material behavior) - thermal limit
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 lbs
580.0 g / 5.7 N
OK
40 °C -2.2% 0.57 kg / 1.25 lbs
567.2 g / 5.6 N
OK
60 °C -4.4% 0.55 kg / 1.22 lbs
554.5 g / 5.4 N
80 °C -6.6% 0.54 kg / 1.19 lbs
541.7 g / 5.3 N
100 °C -28.8% 0.41 kg / 0.91 lbs
413.0 g / 4.1 N

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

Gap (mm) Attraction (kg/lbs) (N-S) Lateral Force (kg/lbs/g/N) Repulsion (kg/lbs) (N-N)
0 mm 1.33 kg / 2.92 lbs
4 518 Gs
0.20 kg / 0.44 lbs
199 g / 1.9 N
N/A
1 mm 0.97 kg / 2.15 lbs
5 027 Gs
0.15 kg / 0.32 lbs
146 g / 1.4 N
0.88 kg / 1.93 lbs
~0 Gs
2 mm 0.64 kg / 1.41 lbs
4 071 Gs
0.10 kg / 0.21 lbs
96 g / 0.9 N
0.57 kg / 1.27 lbs
~0 Gs
3 mm 0.39 kg / 0.86 lbs
3 188 Gs
0.06 kg / 0.13 lbs
59 g / 0.6 N
0.35 kg / 0.78 lbs
~0 Gs
5 mm 0.14 kg / 0.30 lbs
1 886 Gs
0.02 kg / 0.05 lbs
21 g / 0.2 N
0.12 kg / 0.27 lbs
~0 Gs
10 mm 0.01 kg / 0.03 lbs
569 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
2 g / 0.0 N
0.01 kg / 0.02 lbs
~0 Gs
20 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
108 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
~0 Gs
50 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
9 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
~0 Gs
60 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
5 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
~0 Gs
70 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
3 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
~0 Gs
80 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
2 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
~0 Gs
90 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
2 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
~0 Gs
100 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
1 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
~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
Timepiece 20 Gs (2.0 mT) 1.5 cm
Mobile device 40 Gs (4.0 mT) 1.5 cm
Car key 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: Collisions (cracking risk) - collision effects
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 (Flux)
MPL 5x5x1.5 / N38

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

Table 11: Hydrostatics and buoyancy
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%
Rust risk: Standard nickel requires drying after every contact with moisture; lack of maintenance will lead to rust spots.
1. Shear force

*Note: On a vertical surface, the magnet holds only ~20% of its nominal pull.

2. Steel saturation

*Thin steel (e.g. computer case) significantly weakens the holding force.

3. Thermal stability

*For N38 material, the max working temp 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 and environmental data
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
Safety card (GPSR)
responsible entity
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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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Strengths and weaknesses of neodymium magnets.

Pros

In addition to their pulling strength, neodymium magnets provide the following advantages:
  • They do not lose magnetism, even after nearly ten years – the reduction in lifting capacity is only ~1% (according to tests),
  • Magnets very well protect themselves against demagnetization caused by external fields,
  • A magnet with a smooth nickel surface is more attractive,
  • Magnetic induction on the working layer of the magnet turns out to be extremely intense,
  • Due to their durability and thermal resistance, neodymium magnets are capable of operate (depending on the form) even at high temperatures reaching 230°C or more...
  • Due to the potential of flexible shaping and customization to unique solutions, magnetic components can be created in a variety of shapes and sizes, which makes them more universal,
  • Significant place in high-tech industry – they serve a role in magnetic memories, brushless drives, diagnostic systems, as well as other advanced devices.
  • Thanks to their power density, small magnets offer high operating force, occupying minimum space,

Weaknesses

Problematic aspects of neodymium magnets: tips and applications.
  • Brittleness is one of their disadvantages. Upon strong impact they can break. We advise keeping them in a special holder, which not only secures them against impacts but also raises their durability
  • We warn that neodymium magnets can lose their strength at high temperatures. To prevent this, we recommend our specialized [AH] magnets, which work effectively even at 230°C.
  • Due to the susceptibility of magnets to corrosion in a humid environment, we recommend using waterproof magnets made of rubber, plastic or other material immune to moisture, when using outdoors
  • Limited ability of creating threads in the magnet and complex forms - preferred is cover - magnetic holder.
  • Health risk related to microscopic parts of magnets pose a threat, if swallowed, which gains importance in the aspect of protecting the youngest. Additionally, tiny parts of these devices are able to complicate diagnosis medical after entering the body.
  • With mass production the cost of neodymium magnets can be a barrier,

Pull force analysis

Maximum magnetic pulling forcewhat contributes to it?

Breakaway force is the result of a measurement for optimal configuration, including:
  • using a base made of mild steel, serving as a circuit closing element
  • with a thickness no less than 10 mm
  • characterized by lack of roughness
  • with zero gap (no coatings)
  • for force acting at a right angle (in the magnet axis)
  • in neutral thermal conditions

Magnet lifting force in use – key factors

Please note that the application force will differ depending on the following factors, in order of importance:
  • Distance (betwixt the magnet and the metal), because even a microscopic distance (e.g. 0.5 mm) can cause a reduction in lifting capacity by up to 50% (this also applies to varnish, corrosion or dirt).
  • Pull-off angle – note that the magnet holds strongest perpendicularly. Under sliding down, the holding force drops significantly, often to levels of 20-30% of the maximum value.
  • Element thickness – to utilize 100% power, the steel must be sufficiently thick. Paper-thin metal limits the attraction force (the magnet "punches through" it).
  • Steel type – mild steel attracts best. Alloy steels lower magnetic properties and lifting capacity.
  • Surface structure – the more even the plate, the larger the contact zone and higher the lifting capacity. Unevenness creates an air distance.
  • Temperature – temperature increase causes a temporary drop of force. Check the maximum operating temperature for a given model.

Holding force was tested on a smooth steel plate of 20 mm thickness, when the force acted perpendicularly, in contrast under shearing force the load capacity is reduced by as much as 5 times. In addition, even a slight gap between the magnet and the plate reduces the load capacity.

Precautions when working with neodymium magnets
Keep away from children

NdFeB magnets are not suitable for play. Swallowing a few magnets can lead to them pinching intestinal walls, which constitutes a severe health hazard and requires urgent medical intervention.

Fire risk

Fire warning: Neodymium dust is explosive. Do not process magnets in home conditions as this may cause fire.

Eye protection

Watch out for shards. Magnets can explode upon violent connection, ejecting shards into the air. Eye protection is mandatory.

Demagnetization risk

Watch the temperature. Exposing the magnet to high heat will permanently weaken its magnetic structure and strength.

Electronic devices

Avoid bringing magnets close to a purse, laptop, or TV. The magnetic field can destroy these devices and erase data from cards.

GPS and phone interference

Remember: neodymium magnets produce a field that disrupts sensitive sensors. Maintain a separation from your phone, tablet, and GPS.

Do not underestimate power

Use magnets with awareness. Their powerful strength can shock even experienced users. Stay alert and respect their force.

Implant safety

People with a ICD should maintain an absolute distance from magnets. The magnetic field can disrupt the operation of the life-saving device.

Crushing risk

Protect your hands. Two large magnets will snap together immediately with a force of several hundred kilograms, crushing anything in their path. Exercise extreme caution!

Allergic reactions

A percentage of the population experience a hypersensitivity to nickel, which is the common plating for NdFeB magnets. Frequent touching can result in dermatitis. It is best to use protective gloves.

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