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MPL 60x10x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet

lamellar magnet

Catalog no 020474

GTIN/EAN: 5906301811947

5.00
Load capacity 18.16 kg / 178.10 N Magnetic Induction 315.09 mT / 3151 Gs
length
60 mm [±0,1 mm]
Width
10 mm [±0,1 mm]
Height
5 mm [±0,1 mm]
Weight
22.5 g
Magnetization Direction
↑ axial
Coating
[NiCuNi] Nickel

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Frequently asked questions

How much will a block magnet really hold?
The catalogue force is measured in full contact with smooth steel at least 10 mm thick, pulled perpendicular, at about 20 °C. On 1 mm sheet about 50% of that value remains, on 0.5 mm about 25%. Mounted on a vertical wall the realistic figure is 20–30%, because the load is then in shear rather than in tension.
What is the maximum working temperature?
Standard N-series grades up to 80 °C, and N50, N52 and N54 up to 60 °C. Above the maximum working temperature the loss stops being reversible. The Curie temperature, at which magnetic properties are lost completely, is about 310 °C.
What safety factor should I allow?
At least twice the mass of the item, and three to five times for vertical mounting. The margin covers sheet thickness, surface condition, any layer of paint or rust, and vibration.

Engineering report for this magnet

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 data of the product - MPL 60x10x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet

Specification / characteristics - MPL 60x10x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet

properties
properties values
Cat. no. 020474
GTIN/EAN 5906301811947
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 60 mm [±0,1 mm]
Width 10 mm [±0,1 mm]
Height 5 mm [±0,1 mm]
Weight 22.5 g
Magnetization Direction ↑ axial
Load capacity ~ ? 18.16 kg / 178.10 N
Magnetic Induction ~ ? 315.09 mT / 3151 Gs
Coating [NiCuNi] Nickel
Manufacturing Tolerance ±0.1 mm

Magnetic properties of material N38

Specification / characteristics MPL 60x10x5 / N38 - lamellar magnet
properties values units
Remanence Br ? 12.2-12.6 kGs
Remanence Br ? 1220-1260 mT
Coercivity bHc ? 10.8-11.5 kOe
Coercivity bHc ? 860-915 kA/m
Intrinsic coercivity iHc ≥ 12 kOe
Intrinsic coercivity iHc ≥ 955 kA/m
Energy product BHmax ? 36-38 BH max MGOe
Energy product BHmax ? 287-303 BH max KJ/m
Maximum working 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 310 °C
Curie Temperature TF 590 °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 analysis of the assembly - data

The following values represent the direct effect of a mathematical analysis. Results are based on algorithms for the material Nd2Fe14B. Operational conditions might slightly deviate from the simulation results. Please consider these calculations as a preliminary roadmap when designing systems.

Table 1: Static pull force (force vs gap) - interaction chart
MPL 60x10x5 / N38

Distance (mm) Induction (Gauss) / mT Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) Risk Status
0 mm 3149 Gs
314.9 mT
18.16 kg / 40.04 lbs
18160.0 g / 178.1 N
critical level
1 mm 2731 Gs
273.1 mT
13.66 kg / 30.11 lbs
13658.3 g / 134.0 N
critical level
2 mm 2302 Gs
230.2 mT
9.70 kg / 21.38 lbs
9698.4 g / 95.1 N
strong
3 mm 1912 Gs
191.2 mT
6.70 kg / 14.76 lbs
6696.5 g / 65.7 N
strong
5 mm 1317 Gs
131.7 mT
3.18 kg / 7.00 lbs
3176.9 g / 31.2 N
strong
10 mm 598 Gs
59.8 mT
0.65 kg / 1.44 lbs
653.8 g / 6.4 N
safe
15 mm 330 Gs
33.0 mT
0.20 kg / 0.44 lbs
199.2 g / 2.0 N
safe
20 mm 205 Gs
20.5 mT
0.08 kg / 0.17 lbs
77.0 g / 0.8 N
safe
30 mm 96 Gs
9.6 mT
0.02 kg / 0.04 lbs
16.9 g / 0.2 N
safe
50 mm 31 Gs
3.1 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
1.8 g / 0.0 N
safe

Table 2: Shear load (vertical surface)
MPL 60x10x5 / N38

Distance (mm) Friction coefficient Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N)
0 mm Stal (~0.2) 3.63 kg / 8.01 lbs
3632.0 g / 35.6 N
1 mm Stal (~0.2) 2.73 kg / 6.02 lbs
2732.0 g / 26.8 N
2 mm Stal (~0.2) 1.94 kg / 4.28 lbs
1940.0 g / 19.0 N
3 mm Stal (~0.2) 1.34 kg / 2.95 lbs
1340.0 g / 13.1 N
5 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.64 kg / 1.40 lbs
636.0 g / 6.2 N
10 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.13 kg / 0.29 lbs
130.0 g / 1.3 N
15 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.04 kg / 0.09 lbs
40.0 g / 0.4 N
20 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.02 kg / 0.04 lbs
16.0 g / 0.2 N
30 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.01 lbs
4.0 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 60x10x5 / N38

Surface type Friction coefficient / % Mocy Max load (kg/lbs/g/N)
Raw steel
µ = 0.3 30% Nominalnej Siły
5.45 kg / 12.01 lbs
5448.0 g / 53.4 N
Painted steel (standard)
µ = 0.2 20% Nominalnej Siły
3.63 kg / 8.01 lbs
3632.0 g / 35.6 N
Oily/slippery steel
µ = 0.1 10% Nominalnej Siły
1.82 kg / 4.00 lbs
1816.0 g / 17.8 N
Magnet with anti-slip rubber
µ = 0.5 50% Nominalnej Siły
9.08 kg / 20.02 lbs
9080.0 g / 89.1 N

Table 4: Material efficiency (saturation) - sheet metal selection
MPL 60x10x5 / N38

Steel thickness (mm) % power Real pull force (kg/lbs/g/N)
0.5 mm
5%
0.91 kg / 2.00 lbs
908.0 g / 8.9 N
1 mm
13%
2.27 kg / 5.00 lbs
2270.0 g / 22.3 N
2 mm
25%
4.54 kg / 10.01 lbs
4540.0 g / 44.5 N
3 mm
38%
6.81 kg / 15.01 lbs
6810.0 g / 66.8 N
5 mm
63%
11.35 kg / 25.02 lbs
11350.0 g / 111.3 N
10 mm
100%
18.16 kg / 40.04 lbs
18160.0 g / 178.1 N
11 mm
100%
18.16 kg / 40.04 lbs
18160.0 g / 178.1 N
12 mm
100%
18.16 kg / 40.04 lbs
18160.0 g / 178.1 N

Table 5: Thermal stability (material behavior) - power drop
MPL 60x10x5 / N38

Ambient temp. (°C) Power loss Remaining pull (kg/lbs/g/N) Status
20 °C 0.0% 18.16 kg / 40.04 lbs
18160.0 g / 178.1 N
OK
40 °C -2.2% 17.76 kg / 39.16 lbs
17760.5 g / 174.2 N
OK
60 °C -4.4% 17.36 kg / 38.27 lbs
17361.0 g / 170.3 N
80 °C -6.6% 16.96 kg / 37.39 lbs
16961.4 g / 166.4 N
100 °C -28.8% 12.93 kg / 28.51 lbs
12929.9 g / 126.8 N

Table 6: Two magnets (repulsion) - field collision
MPL 60x10x5 / N38

Gap (mm) Attraction (kg/lbs) (N-S) Lateral Force (kg/lbs/g/N) Repulsion (kg/lbs) (N-N)
0 mm 36.69 kg / 80.89 lbs
4 464 Gs
5.50 kg / 12.13 lbs
5503 g / 54.0 N
N/A
1 mm 32.13 kg / 70.84 lbs
5 895 Gs
4.82 kg / 10.63 lbs
4820 g / 47.3 N
28.92 kg / 63.76 lbs
~0 Gs
2 mm 27.59 kg / 60.83 lbs
5 463 Gs
4.14 kg / 9.13 lbs
4139 g / 40.6 N
24.83 kg / 54.75 lbs
~0 Gs
3 mm 23.37 kg / 51.53 lbs
5 027 Gs
3.51 kg / 7.73 lbs
3506 g / 34.4 N
21.03 kg / 46.37 lbs
~0 Gs
5 mm 16.31 kg / 35.97 lbs
4 200 Gs
2.45 kg / 5.39 lbs
2447 g / 24.0 N
14.68 kg / 32.37 lbs
~0 Gs
10 mm 6.42 kg / 14.15 lbs
2 635 Gs
0.96 kg / 2.12 lbs
963 g / 9.4 N
5.78 kg / 12.74 lbs
~0 Gs
20 mm 1.32 kg / 2.91 lbs
1 195 Gs
0.20 kg / 0.44 lbs
198 g / 1.9 N
1.19 kg / 2.62 lbs
~0 Gs
50 mm 0.07 kg / 0.15 lbs
274 Gs
0.01 kg / 0.02 lbs
10 g / 0.1 N
0.06 kg / 0.14 lbs
~0 Gs
60 mm 0.03 kg / 0.08 lbs
192 Gs
0.01 kg / 0.01 lbs
5 g / 0.1 N
0.03 kg / 0.07 lbs
~0 Gs
70 mm 0.02 kg / 0.04 lbs
140 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.01 lbs
3 g / 0.0 N
0.02 kg / 0.04 lbs
~0 Gs
80 mm 0.01 kg / 0.02 lbs
104 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
2 g / 0.0 N
0.01 kg / 0.02 lbs
~0 Gs
90 mm 0.01 kg / 0.01 lbs
80 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
1 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
~0 Gs
100 mm 0.00 kg / 0.01 lbs
62 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
1 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
~0 Gs

Table 7: Hazards (electronics) - warnings
MPL 60x10x5 / N38

Object / Device Limit (Gauss) / mT Safe distance
Pacemaker 5 Gs (0.5 mT) 10.5 cm
Hearing aid 10 Gs (1.0 mT) 8.0 cm
Timepiece 20 Gs (2.0 mT) 6.0 cm
Phone / Smartphone 40 Gs (4.0 mT) 4.5 cm
Remote 50 Gs (5.0 mT) 4.5 cm
Payment card 400 Gs (40.0 mT) 1.5 cm
HDD hard drive 600 Gs (60.0 mT) 1.0 cm

Table 8: Collisions (cracking risk) - collision effects
MPL 60x10x5 / N38

Start from (mm) Speed (km/h) Energy (J) Predicted outcome
10 mm 24.43 km/h
(6.79 m/s)
0.52 J
30 mm 25.09 km/h
(6.97 m/s)
0.55 J
50 mm 25.11 km/h
(6.97 m/s)
0.55 J
100 mm 25.12 km/h
(6.98 m/s)
0.55 J

Table 9: Anti-corrosion coating durability
MPL 60x10x5 / 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 60x10x5 / N38

Parameter Value SI Unit / Description
Magnetic Flux 14 969 Mx 149.7 µWb
Pc Coefficient 0.26 Low (Flat)

Table 11: Physics of underwater searching
MPL 60x10x5 / N38

Environment Effective steel pull Effect
Air (land) 18.16 kg Standard
Water (riverbed) 20.79 kg
(+2.63 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

*Warning: On a vertical wall, the magnet holds just approx. 20-30% of its nominal pull.

2. Steel thickness impact

*Thin steel (e.g. 0.5mm PC case) significantly weakens the holding force.

3. Heat tolerance

*For N38 material, the safety 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.

Engineering data and GPSR

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: 020474-2026
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Other proposals

This product is a very powerful magnet in the shape of a plate made of NdFeB material, which, with dimensions of 60x10x5 mm and a weight of 22.5 g, guarantees premium class connection. This rectangular block with a force of 178.10 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.
The key to success is sliding the magnets along their largest connection plane (using e.g., the edge of a table), which is easier than trying to tear them apart directly. Watch your fingers! Magnets with a force of 18.16 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 60x10x5 / 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. 18.16 kg), they are ideal as hidden locks in furniture making and mounting elements in automation. 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 60x10x5 / N38 model is magnetized axially (dimension 5 mm), which means that the N and S poles are located on its largest, flat surfaces. In practice, this means that this magnet has the greatest attraction force on its main planes (60x10 mm), which is ideal for flat mounting. This is the most popular configuration for block magnets used in separators and holders.
This model is characterized by dimensions 60x10x5 mm, which, at a weight of 22.5 g, makes it an element with high energy density. The key parameter here is the lifting capacity amounting to approximately 18.16 kg (force ~178.10 N), which, with such a compact shape, proves the high grade of the material. The product meets the standards for N38 grade magnets.

Advantages as well as disadvantages of Nd2Fe14B magnets.

Benefits

Besides their immense strength, neodymium magnets offer the following advantages:
  • They do not lose strength, even after nearly 10 years – the decrease in power is only ~1% (theoretically),
  • Magnets effectively protect themselves against loss of magnetization caused by foreign field sources,
  • By using a smooth coating of silver, the element acquires an modern look,
  • The surface of neodymium magnets generates a intense magnetic field – this is a distinguishing feature,
  • Thanks to resistance to high temperature, they are capable of working (depending on the form) even at temperatures up to 230°C and higher...
  • Thanks to versatility in designing and the capacity to modify to unusual requirements,
  • Key role in modern technologies – they find application in hard drives, brushless drives, advanced medical instruments, also modern systems.
  • Compactness – despite small sizes they offer powerful magnetic field, making them ideal for precision applications

Limitations

Disadvantages of NdFeB magnets:
  • Brittleness is one of their disadvantages. Upon strong impact they can fracture. We recommend keeping them in a special holder, which not only protects them against impacts but also increases 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.
  • When exposed to humidity, magnets usually rust. For applications outside, it is recommended to use protective magnets, such as magnets in rubber or plastics, which prevent oxidation and corrosion.
  • Due to limitations in realizing nuts and complicated forms in magnets, we propose using casing - magnetic holder.
  • Potential hazard resulting from small fragments of magnets can be dangerous, if swallowed, which is particularly important in the context of child safety. Additionally, small components of these magnets can disrupt the diagnostic process medical when they are in the body.
  • Due to neodymium price, their price is relatively high,

Holding force characteristics

Maximum lifting capacity of the magnetwhat affects it?

The lifting capacity listed is a result of laboratory testing performed under specific, ideal conditions:
  • on a base made of structural steel, effectively closing the magnetic flux
  • whose transverse dimension reaches at least 10 mm
  • characterized by even structure
  • under conditions of no distance (metal-to-metal)
  • under vertical force vector (90-degree angle)
  • at standard ambient temperature

Magnet lifting force in use – key factors

Please note that the working load will differ influenced by the following factors, starting with the most relevant:
  • Distance – existence of any layer (rust, dirt, gap) acts as an insulator, which reduces capacity steeply (even by 50% at 0.5 mm).
  • Force direction – note that the magnet holds strongest perpendicularly. Under shear forces, the capacity drops drastically, often to levels of 20-30% of the nominal value.
  • Metal thickness – the thinner the sheet, the weaker the hold. Part of the magnetic field passes through the material instead of converting into lifting capacity.
  • Plate material – mild steel attracts best. Alloy admixtures lower magnetic properties and lifting capacity.
  • Base smoothness – the smoother and more polished the surface, the better the adhesion and higher the lifting capacity. Roughness creates an air distance.
  • Thermal environment – temperature increase results in weakening of induction. Check the maximum operating temperature for a given model.

Holding force was measured on a smooth steel plate of 20 mm thickness, when the force acted perpendicularly, in contrast under shearing force the holding force is lower. Moreover, even a minimal clearance between the magnet’s surface and the plate decreases the load capacity.

Warnings
Do not overheat magnets

Keep cool. NdFeB magnets are susceptible to temperature. If you require operation above 80°C, inquire about special high-temperature series (H, SH, UH).

Eye protection

Despite the nickel coating, the material is delicate and not impact-resistant. Do not hit, as the magnet may crumble into sharp, dangerous pieces.

Product not for children

These products are not toys. Accidental ingestion of a few magnets can lead to them connecting inside the digestive tract, which constitutes a direct threat to life and requires urgent medical intervention.

Health Danger

Warning for patients: Powerful magnets disrupt electronics. Keep minimum 30 cm distance or request help to handle the magnets.

Handling rules

Use magnets consciously. Their powerful strength can shock even professionals. Be vigilant and do not underestimate their force.

Combustion hazard

Combustion risk: Rare earth powder is highly flammable. Do not process magnets in home conditions as this risks ignition.

Metal Allergy

It is widely known that nickel (the usual finish) is a potent allergen. If you have an allergy, prevent touching magnets with bare hands and choose versions in plastic housing.

Crushing risk

Large magnets can smash fingers in a fraction of a second. Under no circumstances place your hand betwixt two attracting surfaces.

Electronic hazard

Do not bring magnets near a purse, computer, or screen. The magnetism can irreversibly ruin these devices and wipe information from cards.

Magnetic interference

A strong magnetic field interferes with the operation of magnetometers in phones and GPS navigation. Do not bring magnets close to a smartphone to avoid damaging the sensors.

Caution! Looking for details? Read our article: Why are neodymium magnets dangerous?