MPL 5x5x1 / N38 - lamellar magnet
lamellar magnet
Catalog no 020170
GTIN/EAN: 5906301811763
length
5 mm [±0,1 mm]
Width
5 mm [±0,1 mm]
Height
1 mm [±0,1 mm]
Weight
0.19 g
Magnetization Direction
↑ axial
Load capacity
0.34 kg / 3.30 N
Magnetic Induction
209.53 mT / 2095 Gs
Coating
[NiCuNi] Nickel
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Technical data - MPL 5x5x1 / N38 - lamellar magnet
Specification / characteristics - MPL 5x5x1 / N38 - lamellar magnet
| properties | values |
|---|---|
| Cat. no. | 020170 |
| GTIN/EAN | 5906301811763 |
| Production/Distribution | Dhit sp. z o.o. |
| Country of origin | Poland / China / Germany |
| Customs code | 85059029 |
| length | 5 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| Width | 5 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| Height | 1 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| Weight | 0.19 g |
| Magnetization Direction | ↑ axial |
| Load capacity ~ ? | 0.34 kg / 3.30 N |
| Magnetic Induction ~ ? | 209.53 mT / 2095 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 simulation of the magnet - data
The following information represent the outcome of a mathematical analysis. Results rely on algorithms for the class Nd2Fe14B. Actual parameters might slightly deviate from the simulation results. Treat these data as a preliminary roadmap during assembly planning.
Table 1: Static force (pull vs gap) - power drop
MPL 5x5x1 / N38
| Distance (mm) | Induction (Gauss) / mT | Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) | Risk Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 mm |
2094 Gs
209.4 mT
|
0.34 kg / 0.75 pounds
340.0 g / 3.3 N
|
safe |
| 1 mm |
1514 Gs
151.4 mT
|
0.18 kg / 0.39 pounds
177.8 g / 1.7 N
|
safe |
| 2 mm |
922 Gs
92.2 mT
|
0.07 kg / 0.15 pounds
65.9 g / 0.6 N
|
safe |
| 3 mm |
543 Gs
54.3 mT
|
0.02 kg / 0.05 pounds
22.9 g / 0.2 N
|
safe |
| 5 mm |
209 Gs
20.9 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.01 pounds
3.4 g / 0.0 N
|
safe |
| 10 mm |
38 Gs
3.8 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.1 g / 0.0 N
|
safe |
| 15 mm |
13 Gs
1.3 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
|
safe |
| 20 mm |
6 Gs
0.6 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
|
safe |
| 30 mm |
2 Gs
0.2 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
|
safe |
| 50 mm |
0 Gs
0.0 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
|
safe |
Table 2: Sliding load (wall)
MPL 5x5x1 / N38
| Distance (mm) | Friction coefficient | Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.07 kg / 0.15 pounds
68.0 g / 0.7 N
|
| 1 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.04 kg / 0.08 pounds
36.0 g / 0.4 N
|
| 2 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.01 kg / 0.03 pounds
14.0 g / 0.1 N
|
| 3 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.01 pounds
4.0 g / 0.0 N
|
| 5 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 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: Vertical assembly (sliding) - behavior on slippery surfaces
MPL 5x5x1 / N38
| Surface type | Friction coefficient / % Mocy | Max load (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| Raw steel |
µ = 0.3
30% Nominalnej Siły
|
0.10 kg / 0.22 pounds
102.0 g / 1.0 N
|
| Painted steel (standard) |
µ = 0.2
20% Nominalnej Siły
|
0.07 kg / 0.15 pounds
68.0 g / 0.7 N
|
| Oily/slippery steel |
µ = 0.1
10% Nominalnej Siły
|
0.03 kg / 0.07 pounds
34.0 g / 0.3 N
|
| Magnet with anti-slip rubber |
µ = 0.5
50% Nominalnej Siły
|
0.17 kg / 0.37 pounds
170.0 g / 1.7 N
|
Table 4: Steel thickness (saturation) - sheet metal selection
MPL 5x5x1 / N38
| Steel thickness (mm) | % power | Real pull force (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mm |
|
0.03 kg / 0.07 pounds
34.0 g / 0.3 N
|
| 1 mm |
|
0.09 kg / 0.19 pounds
85.0 g / 0.8 N
|
| 2 mm |
|
0.17 kg / 0.37 pounds
170.0 g / 1.7 N
|
| 3 mm |
|
0.26 kg / 0.56 pounds
255.0 g / 2.5 N
|
| 5 mm |
|
0.34 kg / 0.75 pounds
340.0 g / 3.3 N
|
| 10 mm |
|
0.34 kg / 0.75 pounds
340.0 g / 3.3 N
|
| 11 mm |
|
0.34 kg / 0.75 pounds
340.0 g / 3.3 N
|
| 12 mm |
|
0.34 kg / 0.75 pounds
340.0 g / 3.3 N
|
Table 5: Thermal stability (material behavior) - thermal limit
MPL 5x5x1 / N38
| Ambient temp. (°C) | Power loss | Remaining pull (kg/lbs/g/N) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 °C | 0.0% |
0.34 kg / 0.75 pounds
340.0 g / 3.3 N
|
OK |
| 40 °C | -2.2% |
0.33 kg / 0.73 pounds
332.5 g / 3.3 N
|
OK |
| 60 °C | -4.4% |
0.33 kg / 0.72 pounds
325.0 g / 3.2 N
|
|
| 80 °C | -6.6% |
0.32 kg / 0.70 pounds
317.6 g / 3.1 N
|
|
| 100 °C | -28.8% |
0.24 kg / 0.53 pounds
242.1 g / 2.4 N
|
Table 6: Two magnets (repulsion) - field collision
MPL 5x5x1 / N38
| Gap (mm) | Attraction (kg/lbs) (N-S) | Sliding Force (kg/lbs/g/N) | Repulsion (kg/lbs) (N-N) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 mm |
0.68 kg / 1.49 pounds
3 601 Gs
|
0.10 kg / 0.22 pounds
101 g / 1.0 N
|
N/A |
| 1 mm |
0.52 kg / 1.15 pounds
3 682 Gs
|
0.08 kg / 0.17 pounds
78 g / 0.8 N
|
0.47 kg / 1.04 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 2 mm |
0.35 kg / 0.78 pounds
3 028 Gs
|
0.05 kg / 0.12 pounds
53 g / 0.5 N
|
0.32 kg / 0.70 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 3 mm |
0.22 kg / 0.48 pounds
2 388 Gs
|
0.03 kg / 0.07 pounds
33 g / 0.3 N
|
0.20 kg / 0.44 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 5 mm |
0.08 kg / 0.17 pounds
1 413 Gs
|
0.01 kg / 0.03 pounds
12 g / 0.1 N
|
0.07 kg / 0.15 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 10 mm |
0.01 kg / 0.01 pounds
417 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
1 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs
|
| 20 mm |
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
77 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
6 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
3 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
2 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
1 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
1 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: Hazards (implants) - warnings
MPL 5x5x1 / 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 |
| Mobile device | 40 Gs (4.0 mT) | 1.0 cm |
| Remote | 50 Gs (5.0 mT) | 1.0 cm |
| Payment card | 400 Gs (40.0 mT) | 0.5 cm |
| HDD hard drive | 600 Gs (60.0 mT) | 0.5 cm |
Table 8: Impact energy (kinetic energy) - collision effects
MPL 5x5x1 / N38
| Start from (mm) | Speed (km/h) | Energy (J) | Predicted outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mm |
42.67 km/h
(11.85 m/s)
|
0.01 J | |
| 30 mm |
73.89 km/h
(20.53 m/s)
|
0.04 J | |
| 50 mm |
95.40 km/h
(26.50 m/s)
|
0.07 J | |
| 100 mm |
134.91 km/h
(37.48 m/s)
|
0.13 J |
Table 9: Surface protection spec
MPL 5x5x1 / 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 / N38
| Parameter | Value | SI Unit / Description |
|---|---|---|
| Magnetic Flux | 615 Mx | 6.2 µWb |
| Pc Coefficient | 0.26 | Low (Flat) |
Table 11: Hydrostatics and buoyancy
MPL 5x5x1 / N38
| Environment | Effective steel pull | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Air (land) | 0.34 kg | Standard |
| Water (riverbed) |
0.39 kg
(+0.05 kg buoyancy gain)
|
+14.5% |
1. Wall mount (shear)
*Note: On a vertical wall, the magnet holds merely approx. 20-30% of its nominal pull.
2. Plate thickness effect
*Thin metal sheet (e.g. computer case) drastically reduces the holding force.
3. Temperature resistance
*For N38 material, the critical limit is 80°C.
4. Demagnetization curve and operating point (B-H)
chart generated for the permeance coefficient Pc (Permeance Coefficient) = 0.26
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.
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% |
Ecology and recycling (GPSR)
| recyclability (EoL) | 100% |
| recycled raw materials | ~10% (pre-cons) |
| carbon footprint | low / zredukowany |
| waste code (EWC) | 16 02 16 |
See also products
Strengths and weaknesses of neodymium magnets.
Advantages
- They retain magnetic properties for almost ten years – the drop is just ~1% (according to analyses),
- Magnets very well resist against loss of magnetization caused by foreign field sources,
- A magnet with a smooth silver surface looks better,
- Magnets possess huge 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 form) at temperatures up to 230°C and above...
- Thanks to the potential of flexible molding and adaptation to specialized requirements, neodymium magnets can be manufactured in a broad palette of shapes and sizes, which increases their versatility,
- Fundamental importance in modern industrial fields – they are used in hard drives, electric motors, precision medical tools, also other advanced devices.
- Relatively small size with high pulling force – neodymium magnets offer impressive pulling force in tiny dimensions, which allows their use in small systems
Limitations
- Susceptibility to cracking is one of their disadvantages. Upon intense impact they can break. We recommend keeping them in a steel housing, which not only protects them against impacts but also raises their durability
- We warn that neodymium magnets can reduce their strength at high temperatures. To prevent this, we advise our specialized [AH] magnets, which work effectively even at 230°C.
- They oxidize in a humid environment. For use outdoors we advise using waterproof magnets e.g. in rubber, plastic
- We suggest a housing - magnetic mechanism, due to difficulties in creating threads inside the magnet and complicated forms.
- Health risk resulting from small fragments of magnets can be dangerous, when accidentally swallowed, which becomes key in the aspect of protecting the youngest. Furthermore, small elements of these products can disrupt the diagnostic process 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
Best holding force of the magnet in ideal parameters – what contributes to it?
- using a plate made of high-permeability steel, acting as a circuit closing element
- possessing a massiveness of min. 10 mm to ensure full flux closure
- with a plane free of scratches
- without any insulating layer between the magnet and steel
- for force applied at a right angle (pull-off, not shear)
- at conditions approx. 20°C
What influences lifting capacity in practice
- Gap between magnet and steel – even a fraction of a millimeter of separation (caused e.g. by veneer or unevenness) significantly weakens the pulling force, often by half at just 0.5 mm.
- Angle of force application – maximum parameter is obtained only during perpendicular pulling. The force required to slide of the magnet along the plate is standardly several times smaller (approx. 1/5 of the lifting capacity).
- Plate thickness – insufficiently thick sheet does not accept the full field, causing part of the flux to be lost into the air.
- Metal type – not every steel attracts identically. Alloy additives worsen the attraction effect.
- Smoothness – ideal contact is obtained only on polished steel. Rough texture create air cushions, weakening the magnet.
- Temperature influence – hot environment weakens pulling force. Too high temperature can permanently damage the magnet.
Lifting capacity testing was carried out on plates with a smooth surface of suitable thickness, under perpendicular forces, however under parallel forces the lifting capacity is smaller. Moreover, even a small distance between the magnet’s surface and the plate decreases the holding force.
Precautions when working with NdFeB magnets
Do not overheat magnets
Watch the temperature. Exposing the magnet to high heat will destroy its properties and pulling force.
Electronic devices
Device Safety: Strong magnets can ruin payment cards and sensitive devices (pacemakers, medical aids, mechanical watches).
Immense force
Before starting, check safety instructions. Uncontrolled attraction can destroy the magnet or hurt your hand. Think ahead.
Dust is flammable
Combustion risk: Rare earth powder is explosive. Do not process magnets without safety gear as this may cause fire.
Sensitization to coating
Some people experience a hypersensitivity to nickel, which is the typical protective layer for NdFeB magnets. Extended handling can result in a rash. We recommend use protective gloves.
Medical interference
Health Alert: Strong magnets can deactivate heart devices and defibrillators. Do not approach if you have electronic implants.
Impact on smartphones
A strong magnetic field disrupts the functioning of compasses in smartphones and GPS navigation. Keep magnets close to a smartphone to prevent breaking the sensors.
Risk of cracking
NdFeB magnets are sintered ceramics, meaning they are fragile like glass. Clashing of two magnets leads to them shattering into small pieces.
Do not give to children
Product intended for adults. Tiny parts pose a choking risk, leading to intestinal necrosis. Keep away from kids and pets.
Bodily injuries
Large magnets can crush fingers in a fraction of a second. Under no circumstances place your hand between two strong magnets.
