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MW 5x4 / N38 - cylindrical magnet

cylindrical magnet

Catalog no 010089

GTIN/EAN: 5906301810889

5.00

Diameter Ø

5 mm [±0,1 mm]

Height

4 mm [±0,1 mm]

Weight

0.59 g

Magnetization Direction

↑ axial

Load capacity

0.84 kg / 8.24 N

Magnetic Induction

524.45 mT / 5244 Gs

Coating

[NiCuNi] Nickel

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Physical properties - MW 5x4 / N38 - cylindrical magnet

Specification / characteristics - MW 5x4 / N38 - cylindrical magnet

properties
properties values
Cat. no. 010089
GTIN/EAN 5906301810889
Production/Distribution Dhit sp. z o.o.
ul. Zielona 14 05-850 Ożarów Mazowiecki PL
Country of origin Poland / China / Germany
Customs code 85059029
Diameter Ø 5 mm [±0,1 mm]
Height 4 mm [±0,1 mm]
Weight 0.59 g
Magnetization Direction ↑ axial
Load capacity ~ ? 0.84 kg / 8.24 N
Magnetic Induction ~ ? 524.45 mT / 5244 Gs
Coating [NiCuNi] Nickel
Manufacturing Tolerance ±0.1 mm

Magnetic properties of material N38

Specification / characteristics MW 5x4 / N38 - cylindrical 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

Engineering simulation of the product - report

Presented values are the outcome of a mathematical calculation. Results are based on algorithms for the class Nd2Fe14B. Real-world performance might slightly deviate from the simulation results. Use these data as a preliminary roadmap for designers.

Table 1: Static force (force vs distance) - interaction chart
MW 5x4 / N38

Distance (mm) Induction (Gauss) / mT Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) Risk Status
0 mm 5236 Gs
523.6 mT
0.84 kg / 1.85 pounds
840.0 g / 8.2 N
weak grip
1 mm 3243 Gs
324.3 mT
0.32 kg / 0.71 pounds
322.1 g / 3.2 N
weak grip
2 mm 1850 Gs
185.0 mT
0.10 kg / 0.23 pounds
104.8 g / 1.0 N
weak grip
3 mm 1076 Gs
107.6 mT
0.04 kg / 0.08 pounds
35.5 g / 0.3 N
weak grip
5 mm 428 Gs
42.8 mT
0.01 kg / 0.01 pounds
5.6 g / 0.1 N
weak grip
10 mm 89 Gs
8.9 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.2 g / 0.0 N
weak grip
15 mm 31 Gs
3.1 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
weak grip
20 mm 15 Gs
1.5 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0.0 g / 0.0 N
weak grip
30 mm 5 Gs
0.5 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: Shear force (vertical surface)
MW 5x4 / N38

Distance (mm) Friction coefficient Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N)
0 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.17 kg / 0.37 pounds
168.0 g / 1.6 N
1 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.06 kg / 0.14 pounds
64.0 g / 0.6 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: Vertical assembly (shearing) - vertical pull
MW 5x4 / N38

Surface type Friction coefficient / % Mocy Max load (kg/lbs/g/N)
Raw steel
µ = 0.3 30% Nominalnej Siły
0.25 kg / 0.56 pounds
252.0 g / 2.5 N
Painted steel (standard)
µ = 0.2 20% Nominalnej Siły
0.17 kg / 0.37 pounds
168.0 g / 1.6 N
Oily/slippery steel
µ = 0.1 10% Nominalnej Siły
0.08 kg / 0.19 pounds
84.0 g / 0.8 N
Magnet with anti-slip rubber
µ = 0.5 50% Nominalnej Siły
0.42 kg / 0.93 pounds
420.0 g / 4.1 N

Table 4: Steel thickness (substrate influence) - power losses
MW 5x4 / N38

Steel thickness (mm) % power Real pull force (kg/lbs/g/N)
0.5 mm
10%
0.08 kg / 0.19 pounds
84.0 g / 0.8 N
1 mm
25%
0.21 kg / 0.46 pounds
210.0 g / 2.1 N
2 mm
50%
0.42 kg / 0.93 pounds
420.0 g / 4.1 N
3 mm
75%
0.63 kg / 1.39 pounds
630.0 g / 6.2 N
5 mm
100%
0.84 kg / 1.85 pounds
840.0 g / 8.2 N
10 mm
100%
0.84 kg / 1.85 pounds
840.0 g / 8.2 N
11 mm
100%
0.84 kg / 1.85 pounds
840.0 g / 8.2 N
12 mm
100%
0.84 kg / 1.85 pounds
840.0 g / 8.2 N

Table 5: Working in heat (material behavior) - resistance threshold
MW 5x4 / N38

Ambient temp. (°C) Power loss Remaining pull (kg/lbs/g/N) Status
20 °C 0.0% 0.84 kg / 1.85 pounds
840.0 g / 8.2 N
OK
40 °C -2.2% 0.82 kg / 1.81 pounds
821.5 g / 8.1 N
OK
60 °C -4.4% 0.80 kg / 1.77 pounds
803.0 g / 7.9 N
OK
80 °C -6.6% 0.78 kg / 1.73 pounds
784.6 g / 7.7 N
100 °C -28.8% 0.60 kg / 1.32 pounds
598.1 g / 5.9 N

Table 6: Two magnets (attraction) - forces in the system
MW 5x4 / N38

Gap (mm) Attraction (kg/lbs) (N-S) Sliding Force (kg/lbs/g/N) Repulsion (kg/lbs) (N-N)
0 mm 3.32 kg / 7.32 pounds
5 894 Gs
0.50 kg / 1.10 pounds
498 g / 4.9 N
N/A
1 mm 2.14 kg / 4.72 pounds
8 408 Gs
0.32 kg / 0.71 pounds
321 g / 3.1 N
1.93 kg / 4.24 pounds
~0 Gs
2 mm 1.27 kg / 2.81 pounds
6 486 Gs
0.19 kg / 0.42 pounds
191 g / 1.9 N
1.15 kg / 2.53 pounds
~0 Gs
3 mm 0.73 kg / 1.61 pounds
4 909 Gs
0.11 kg / 0.24 pounds
109 g / 1.1 N
0.66 kg / 1.45 pounds
~0 Gs
5 mm 0.24 kg / 0.53 pounds
2 805 Gs
0.04 kg / 0.08 pounds
36 g / 0.4 N
0.21 kg / 0.47 pounds
~0 Gs
10 mm 0.02 kg / 0.05 pounds
857 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.01 pounds
3 g / 0.0 N
0.02 kg / 0.04 pounds
~0 Gs
20 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
177 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
16 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
9 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
6 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
4 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
3 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
2 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 pounds
~0 Gs

Table 7: Safety (HSE) (electronics) - precautionary measures
MW 5x4 / 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
Timepiece 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) 1.0 cm
HDD hard drive 600 Gs (60.0 mT) 0.5 cm

Table 8: Dynamics (kinetic energy) - collision effects
MW 5x4 / N38

Start from (mm) Speed (km/h) Energy (J) Predicted outcome
10 mm 38.06 km/h
(10.57 m/s)
0.03 J
30 mm 65.91 km/h
(18.31 m/s)
0.10 J
50 mm 85.09 km/h
(23.64 m/s)
0.16 J
100 mm 120.34 km/h
(33.43 m/s)
0.33 J

Table 9: Coating parameters (durability)
MW 5x4 / 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)
MW 5x4 / N38

Parameter Value SI Unit / Description
Magnetic Flux 1 046 Mx 10.5 µWb
Pc Coefficient 0.79 High (Stable)

Table 11: Hydrostatics and buoyancy
MW 5x4 / N38

Environment Effective steel pull Effect
Air (land) 0.84 kg Standard
Water (riverbed) 0.96 kg
(+0.12 kg buoyancy gain)
+14.5%
Warning: Remember to wipe the magnet thoroughly after removing it from water and apply a protective layer (e.g., oil) to avoid corrosion.
1. Sliding resistance

*Caution: On a vertical wall, the magnet retains only a fraction of its perpendicular strength.

2. Steel saturation

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

3. Heat tolerance

*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) = 0.79

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
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%
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: 010089-2026
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Pros as well as cons of rare earth magnets.

Benefits

Besides their durability, neodymium magnets are valued for these benefits:
  • Their magnetic field remains stable, and after approximately ten years it decreases only by ~1% (according to research),
  • Neodymium magnets are highly resistant to demagnetization caused by external field sources,
  • Thanks to the glossy finish, the layer of Ni-Cu-Ni, gold, or silver gives an elegant appearance,
  • Neodymium magnets deliver maximum magnetic induction on a small area, which allows for strong attraction,
  • Through (adequate) combination of ingredients, they can achieve high thermal resistance, allowing for operation at temperatures reaching 230°C and above...
  • Possibility of exact forming as well as adjusting to complex applications,
  • Versatile presence in future technologies – they serve a role in magnetic memories, electromotive mechanisms, advanced medical instruments, and other advanced devices.
  • Compactness – despite small sizes they offer powerful magnetic field, making them ideal for precision applications

Weaknesses

Disadvantages of neodymium magnets:
  • They are fragile upon heavy impacts. To avoid cracks, it is worth securing magnets in special housings. Such protection not only protects the magnet but also increases its resistance to damage
  • Neodymium magnets lose their strength under the influence of heating. As soon as 80°C is exceeded, many of them start losing their force. Therefore, we recommend our special magnets marked [AH], which maintain durability even at temperatures up to 230°C
  • Magnets exposed to a humid environment can corrode. Therefore while using outdoors, we advise using water-impermeable magnets made of rubber, plastic or other material protecting against moisture
  • We suggest cover - magnetic mount, due to difficulties in realizing nuts inside the magnet and complex forms.
  • Potential hazard related to microscopic parts of magnets can be dangerous, in case of ingestion, which becomes key in the aspect of protecting the youngest. It is also worth noting that small elements of these products are able to be problematic in diagnostics medical when they are in the body.
  • High unit price – neodymium magnets are more expensive than other types of magnets (e.g. ferrite), which hinders application in large quantities

Lifting parameters

Optimal lifting capacity of a neodymium magnetwhat it depends on?

Information about lifting capacity was defined for ideal contact conditions, including:
  • using a plate made of mild steel, acting as a magnetic yoke
  • with a thickness minimum 10 mm
  • with a surface perfectly flat
  • under conditions of ideal adhesion (surface-to-surface)
  • under perpendicular force vector (90-degree angle)
  • at temperature approx. 20 degrees Celsius

Lifting capacity in practice – influencing factors

It is worth knowing that the magnet holding will differ depending on the following factors, starting with the most relevant:
  • Gap (between the magnet and the plate), because even a tiny distance (e.g. 0.5 mm) results in a reduction in force by up to 50% (this also applies to paint, corrosion or debris).
  • Load vector – maximum parameter is reached only during perpendicular pulling. The resistance to sliding of the magnet along the plate is standardly several times lower (approx. 1/5 of the lifting capacity).
  • Element thickness – for full efficiency, the steel must be adequately massive. Thin sheet limits the attraction force (the magnet "punches through" it).
  • Chemical composition of the base – low-carbon steel attracts best. Alloy admixtures lower magnetic permeability and lifting capacity.
  • Smoothness – full contact is possible only on polished steel. Any scratches and bumps reduce the real contact area, reducing force.
  • Operating temperature – neodymium magnets have a negative temperature coefficient. At higher temperatures they lose power, and in frost they can be stronger (up to a certain limit).

Lifting capacity was measured with the use of a smooth steel plate of optimal thickness (min. 20 mm), under vertically applied force, in contrast under attempts to slide the magnet the load capacity is reduced by as much as 5 times. Additionally, even a slight gap between the magnet’s surface and the plate lowers the lifting capacity.

Precautions when working with neodymium magnets
Heat sensitivity

Do not overheat. Neodymium magnets are sensitive to heat. If you require operation above 80°C, inquire about special high-temperature series (H, SH, UH).

Do not underestimate power

Exercise caution. Neodymium magnets attract from a long distance and snap with huge force, often quicker than you can react.

Protective goggles

Despite metallic appearance, the material is brittle and cannot withstand shocks. Avoid impacts, as the magnet may shatter into hazardous fragments.

Sensitization to coating

Allergy Notice: The Ni-Cu-Ni coating contains nickel. If skin irritation happens, cease handling magnets and use protective gear.

Electronic devices

Equipment safety: Neodymium magnets can ruin payment cards and delicate electronics (heart implants, medical aids, mechanical watches).

Fire warning

Drilling and cutting of neodymium magnets poses a fire hazard. Magnetic powder oxidizes rapidly with oxygen and is difficult to extinguish.

Keep away from children

Product intended for adults. Small elements pose a choking risk, leading to serious injuries. Store away from children and animals.

Threat to navigation

Be aware: rare earth magnets produce a field that interferes with sensitive sensors. Maintain a safe distance from your mobile, tablet, and navigation systems.

Implant safety

Individuals with a pacemaker must maintain an safe separation from magnets. The magnetism can interfere with the functioning of the implant.

Bodily injuries

Mind your fingers. Two powerful magnets will join instantly with a force of several hundred kilograms, destroying anything in their path. Exercise extreme caution!

Attention! Learn more about hazards in the article: Safety of working with magnets.
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