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MPL 5x5x2 / N38 - lamellar magnet

lamellar magnet

Catalog no 020173

GTIN/EAN: 5906301811794

5.00

length

5 mm [±0,1 mm]

Width

5 mm [±0,1 mm]

Height

2 mm [±0,1 mm]

Weight

0.38 g

Magnetization Direction

↑ axial

Load capacity

0.77 kg / 7.57 N

Magnetic Induction

360.52 mT / 3605 Gs

Coating

[NiCuNi] Nickel

0.308 with VAT / pcs + price for transport

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Specification / characteristics - MPL 5x5x2 / N38 - lamellar magnet

properties
properties values
Cat. no. 020173
GTIN/EAN 5906301811794
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 2 mm [±0,1 mm]
Weight 0.38 g
Magnetization Direction ↑ axial
Load capacity ~ ? 0.77 kg / 7.57 N
Magnetic Induction ~ ? 360.52 mT / 3605 Gs
Coating [NiCuNi] Nickel
Manufacturing Tolerance ±0.1 mm

Magnetic properties of material N38

Specification / characteristics MPL 5x5x2 / 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

Physical simulation of the assembly - data

The following data constitute the direct effect of a physical simulation. Values were calculated on models for the material Nd2Fe14B. Actual parameters might slightly differ. Please consider these calculations as a supplementary guide for designers.

Table 1: Static pull force (pull vs gap) - interaction chart
MPL 5x5x2 / N38

Distance (mm) Induction (Gauss) / mT Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) Risk Status
0 mm 3601 Gs
360.1 mT
0.77 kg / 1.70 lbs
770.0 g / 7.6 N
safe
1 mm 2436 Gs
243.6 mT
0.35 kg / 0.78 lbs
352.2 g / 3.5 N
safe
2 mm 1464 Gs
146.4 mT
0.13 kg / 0.28 lbs
127.3 g / 1.2 N
safe
3 mm 872 Gs
87.2 mT
0.05 kg / 0.10 lbs
45.1 g / 0.4 N
safe
5 mm 347 Gs
34.7 mT
0.01 kg / 0.02 lbs
7.2 g / 0.1 N
safe
10 mm 68 Gs
6.8 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.3 g / 0.0 N
safe
15 mm 23 Gs
2.3 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
safe
20 mm 10 Gs
1.0 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
safe
30 mm 3 Gs
0.3 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
safe
50 mm 1 Gs
0.1 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
safe

Table 2: Vertical hold (vertical surface)
MPL 5x5x2 / N38

Distance (mm) Friction coefficient Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N)
0 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.15 kg / 0.34 lbs
154.0 g / 1.5 N
1 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.07 kg / 0.15 lbs
70.0 g / 0.7 N
2 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.03 kg / 0.06 lbs
26.0 g / 0.3 N
3 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.01 kg / 0.02 lbs
10.0 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) - behavior on slippery surfaces
MPL 5x5x2 / N38

Surface type Friction coefficient / % Mocy Max load (kg/lbs/g/N)
Raw steel
µ = 0.3 30% Nominalnej Siły
0.23 kg / 0.51 lbs
231.0 g / 2.3 N
Painted steel (standard)
µ = 0.2 20% Nominalnej Siły
0.15 kg / 0.34 lbs
154.0 g / 1.5 N
Oily/slippery steel
µ = 0.1 10% Nominalnej Siły
0.08 kg / 0.17 lbs
77.0 g / 0.8 N
Magnet with anti-slip rubber
µ = 0.5 50% Nominalnej Siły
0.39 kg / 0.85 lbs
385.0 g / 3.8 N

Table 4: Steel thickness (saturation) - power losses
MPL 5x5x2 / N38

Steel thickness (mm) % power Real pull force (kg/lbs/g/N)
0.5 mm
10%
0.08 kg / 0.17 lbs
77.0 g / 0.8 N
1 mm
25%
0.19 kg / 0.42 lbs
192.5 g / 1.9 N
2 mm
50%
0.39 kg / 0.85 lbs
385.0 g / 3.8 N
3 mm
75%
0.58 kg / 1.27 lbs
577.5 g / 5.7 N
5 mm
100%
0.77 kg / 1.70 lbs
770.0 g / 7.6 N
10 mm
100%
0.77 kg / 1.70 lbs
770.0 g / 7.6 N
11 mm
100%
0.77 kg / 1.70 lbs
770.0 g / 7.6 N
12 mm
100%
0.77 kg / 1.70 lbs
770.0 g / 7.6 N

Table 5: Thermal stability (stability) - power drop
MPL 5x5x2 / N38

Ambient temp. (°C) Power loss Remaining pull (kg/lbs/g/N) Status
20 °C 0.0% 0.77 kg / 1.70 lbs
770.0 g / 7.6 N
OK
40 °C -2.2% 0.75 kg / 1.66 lbs
753.1 g / 7.4 N
OK
60 °C -4.4% 0.74 kg / 1.62 lbs
736.1 g / 7.2 N
80 °C -6.6% 0.72 kg / 1.59 lbs
719.2 g / 7.1 N
100 °C -28.8% 0.55 kg / 1.21 lbs
548.2 g / 5.4 N

Table 6: Two magnets (repulsion) - field range
MPL 5x5x2 / N38

Gap (mm) Attraction (kg/lbs) (N-S) Lateral Force (kg/lbs/g/N) Repulsion (kg/lbs) (N-N)
0 mm 2.00 kg / 4.41 lbs
5 058 Gs
0.30 kg / 0.66 lbs
300 g / 2.9 N
N/A
1 mm 1.42 kg / 3.13 lbs
6 070 Gs
0.21 kg / 0.47 lbs
213 g / 2.1 N
1.28 kg / 2.82 lbs
~0 Gs
2 mm 0.91 kg / 2.02 lbs
4 871 Gs
0.14 kg / 0.30 lbs
137 g / 1.3 N
0.82 kg / 1.81 lbs
~0 Gs
3 mm 0.56 kg / 1.23 lbs
3 801 Gs
0.08 kg / 0.18 lbs
83 g / 0.8 N
0.50 kg / 1.10 lbs
~0 Gs
5 mm 0.20 kg / 0.43 lbs
2 254 Gs
0.03 kg / 0.06 lbs
29 g / 0.3 N
0.18 kg / 0.39 lbs
~0 Gs
10 mm 0.02 kg / 0.04 lbs
695 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.01 lbs
3 g / 0.0 N
0.02 kg / 0.04 lbs
~0 Gs
20 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
136 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
11 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
7 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
4 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
3 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: Hazards (implants) - warnings
MPL 5x5x2 / N38

Object / Device Limit (Gauss) / mT Safe distance
Pacemaker 5 Gs (0.5 mT) 3.0 cm
Hearing aid 10 Gs (1.0 mT) 2.5 cm
Mechanical watch 20 Gs (2.0 mT) 2.0 cm
Phone / Smartphone 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: Dynamics (kinetic energy) - collision effects
MPL 5x5x2 / N38

Start from (mm) Speed (km/h) Energy (J) Predicted outcome
10 mm 45.41 km/h
(12.61 m/s)
0.03 J
30 mm 78.63 km/h
(21.84 m/s)
0.09 J
50 mm 101.51 km/h
(28.20 m/s)
0.15 J
100 mm 143.56 km/h
(39.88 m/s)
0.30 J

Table 9: Anti-corrosion coating durability
MPL 5x5x2 / 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 5x5x2 / N38

Parameter Value SI Unit / Description
Magnetic Flux 940 Mx 9.4 µWb
Pc Coefficient 0.46 Low (Flat)

Table 11: Underwater work (magnet fishing)
MPL 5x5x2 / N38

Environment Effective steel pull Effect
Air (land) 0.77 kg Standard
Water (riverbed) 0.88 kg
(+0.11 kg buoyancy gain)
+14.5%
Warning: Standard nickel requires drying after every contact with moisture; lack of maintenance will lead to rust spots.
1. Wall mount (shear)

*Caution: On a vertical wall, the magnet holds just approx. 20-30% of its max power.

2. Efficiency vs thickness

*Thin steel (e.g. computer case) significantly 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) = 0.46

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%
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
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: 020173-2026
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Force (pull)

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Other products

This product is an extremely strong magnet in the shape of a plate made of NdFeB material, which, with dimensions of 5x5x2 mm and a weight of 0.38 g, guarantees premium class connection. This rectangular block with a force of 7.57 N is ready for shipment in 24h, allowing for rapid realization of your project. The durable anti-corrosion layer ensures a long lifespan in a dry environment, protecting the core from oxidation.
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 0.77 kg can pinch very hard and cause hematomas. Using a screwdriver risks destroying the coating and permanently cracking the magnet.
Plate magnets MPL 5x5x2 / N38 are the foundation for many industrial devices, such as filters catching filings and linear motors. Thanks to the flat surface and high force (approx. 0.77 kg), they are ideal as closers in furniture making and mounting elements in automation. Their rectangular shape facilitates precise gluing into milled sockets in wood or plastic.
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).
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.
This model is characterized by dimensions 5x5x2 mm, which, at a weight of 0.38 g, makes it an element with impressive energy density. It is a magnetic block with dimensions 5x5x2 mm and a self-weight of 0.38 g, ready to work at temperatures up to 80°C. The product meets the standards for N38 grade magnets.

Pros as well as cons of Nd2Fe14B magnets.

Benefits

Besides their high retention, neodymium magnets are valued for these benefits:
  • They retain full power for nearly 10 years – the drop is just ~1% (according to analyses),
  • Neodymium magnets are distinguished by exceptionally resistant to magnetic field loss caused by external field sources,
  • In other words, due to the shiny layer of nickel, the element gains visual value,
  • Magnetic induction on the working part of the magnet remains extremely intense,
  • 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 freedom in forming and the capacity to adapt to client solutions,
  • Significant place in advanced technology sectors – they serve a role in computer drives, electric drive systems, medical equipment, also complex engineering applications.
  • Relatively small size with high pulling force – neodymium magnets offer high power in compact dimensions, which makes them useful in miniature devices

Cons

Disadvantages of neodymium magnets:
  • At very strong impacts they can break, therefore we advise placing them in strong housings. A metal housing provides additional protection against damage and increases the magnet's durability.
  • We warn that neodymium magnets can lose their strength at high temperatures. To prevent this, we advise our specialized [AH] magnets, which work effectively even at 230°C.
  • Magnets exposed to a humid environment can corrode. Therefore while using outdoors, we suggest using waterproof magnets made of rubber, plastic or other material resistant to moisture
  • We recommend a housing - magnetic mount, due to difficulties in creating threads inside the magnet and complex forms.
  • Health risk to health – tiny shards of magnets are risky, if swallowed, which gains importance in the aspect of protecting the youngest. Additionally, tiny parts of these products can disrupt the diagnostic process medical in case of swallowing.
  • Due to neodymium price, their price exceeds standard values,

Holding force characteristics

Optimal lifting capacity of a neodymium magnetwhat contributes to it?

The specified lifting capacity represents the peak performance, obtained under ideal test conditions, specifically:
  • on a block made of structural steel, optimally conducting the magnetic field
  • with a cross-section no less than 10 mm
  • with a surface free of scratches
  • under conditions of no distance (surface-to-surface)
  • during pulling in a direction perpendicular to the plane
  • at temperature approx. 20 degrees Celsius

Lifting capacity in real conditions – factors

Real force is influenced by specific conditions, such as (from priority):
  • Gap between surfaces – even a fraction of a millimeter of distance (caused e.g. by veneer or unevenness) drastically reduces the pulling force, often by half at just 0.5 mm.
  • Pull-off angle – note that the magnet holds strongest perpendicularly. Under sliding down, the capacity drops significantly, often to levels of 20-30% of the maximum value.
  • Substrate thickness – to utilize 100% power, the steel must be adequately massive. Thin sheet limits the lifting capacity (the magnet "punches through" it).
  • Steel grade – the best choice is high-permeability steel. Hardened steels may attract less.
  • Base smoothness – the more even the plate, the better the adhesion and higher the lifting capacity. Roughness creates an air distance.
  • Temperature influence – hot environment reduces magnetic field. Too high temperature can permanently damage the magnet.

Lifting capacity testing was conducted on a smooth plate of optimal thickness, under perpendicular forces, in contrast under parallel forces the load capacity is reduced by as much as 5 times. Additionally, even a small distance between the magnet and the plate reduces the holding force.

H&S for magnets
Implant safety

Patients with a ICD have to maintain an large gap from magnets. The magnetism can disrupt the functioning of the implant.

Machining danger

Fire warning: Neodymium dust is explosive. Do not process magnets without safety gear as this may cause fire.

Fragile material

NdFeB magnets are ceramic materials, meaning they are prone to chipping. Clashing of two magnets will cause them shattering into shards.

Magnetic interference

An intense magnetic field interferes with the operation of magnetometers in smartphones and GPS navigation. Maintain magnets near a device to prevent damaging the sensors.

Allergy Warning

A percentage of the population have a hypersensitivity to Ni, which is the common plating for neodymium magnets. Frequent touching may cause an allergic reaction. It is best to use protective gloves.

Bodily injuries

Large magnets can break fingers in a fraction of a second. Under no circumstances put your hand between two attracting surfaces.

Electronic hazard

Powerful magnetic fields can destroy records on credit cards, HDDs, and other magnetic media. Keep a distance of min. 10 cm.

Swallowing risk

NdFeB magnets are not intended for children. Accidental ingestion of a few magnets can lead to them connecting inside the digestive tract, which poses a critical condition and requires immediate surgery.

Handling rules

Before use, read the rules. Sudden snapping can break the magnet or hurt your hand. Be predictive.

Maximum temperature

Do not overheat. Neodymium magnets are susceptible to temperature. If you require resistance above 80°C, ask us about HT versions (H, SH, UH).

Caution! Need more info? Read our article: Are neodymium magnets dangerous?