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MW 8x20 / N38 - cylindrical magnet

cylindrical magnet

Catalog no 010475

GTIN/EAN: 5906301811138

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Diameter Ø

8 mm [±0,1 mm]

Height

20 mm [±0,1 mm]

Weight

7.54 g

Magnetization Direction

→ diametrical

Load capacity

1.30 kg / 12.75 N

Magnetic Induction

607.01 mT / 6070 Gs

Coating

[NiCuNi] Nickel

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Specification / characteristics - MW 8x20 / N38 - cylindrical magnet

properties
properties values
Cat. no. 010475
GTIN/EAN 5906301811138
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 8 mm [±0,1 mm]
Height 20 mm [±0,1 mm]
Weight 7.54 g
Magnetization Direction → diametrical
Load capacity ~ ? 1.30 kg / 12.75 N
Magnetic Induction ~ ? 607.01 mT / 6070 Gs
Coating [NiCuNi] Nickel
Manufacturing Tolerance ±0.1 mm

Magnetic properties of material N38

Specification / characteristics MW 8x20 / 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

Physical simulation of the product - report

The following information constitute the outcome of a physical calculation. Results were calculated on algorithms for the class Nd2Fe14B. Actual parameters might slightly differ from theoretical values. Use these data as a reference point for designers.

Table 1: Static force (pull vs distance) - power drop
MW 8x20 / N38

Distance (mm) Induction (Gauss) / mT Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) Risk Status
0 mm 6064 Gs
606.4 mT
1.30 kg / 2.87 lbs
1300.0 g / 12.8 N
weak grip
1 mm 4587 Gs
458.7 mT
0.74 kg / 1.64 lbs
743.7 g / 7.3 N
weak grip
2 mm 3327 Gs
332.7 mT
0.39 kg / 0.86 lbs
391.4 g / 3.8 N
weak grip
3 mm 2388 Gs
238.8 mT
0.20 kg / 0.44 lbs
201.6 g / 2.0 N
weak grip
5 mm 1281 Gs
128.1 mT
0.06 kg / 0.13 lbs
58.0 g / 0.6 N
weak grip
10 mm 389 Gs
38.9 mT
0.01 kg / 0.01 lbs
5.4 g / 0.1 N
weak grip
15 mm 169 Gs
16.9 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
1.0 g / 0.0 N
weak grip
20 mm 90 Gs
9.0 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.3 g / 0.0 N
weak grip
30 mm 35 Gs
3.5 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
weak grip
50 mm 10 Gs
1.0 mT
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.0 g / 0.0 N
weak grip

Table 2: Sliding capacity (wall)
MW 8x20 / N38

Distance (mm) Friction coefficient Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N)
0 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.26 kg / 0.57 lbs
260.0 g / 2.6 N
1 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.15 kg / 0.33 lbs
148.0 g / 1.5 N
2 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.08 kg / 0.17 lbs
78.0 g / 0.8 N
3 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.04 kg / 0.09 lbs
40.0 g / 0.4 N
5 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.01 kg / 0.03 lbs
12.0 g / 0.1 N
10 mm Stal (~0.2) 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
2.0 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: Vertical assembly (sliding) - behavior on slippery surfaces
MW 8x20 / N38

Surface type Friction coefficient / % Mocy Max load (kg/lbs/g/N)
Raw steel
µ = 0.3 30% Nominalnej Siły
0.39 kg / 0.86 lbs
390.0 g / 3.8 N
Painted steel (standard)
µ = 0.2 20% Nominalnej Siły
0.26 kg / 0.57 lbs
260.0 g / 2.6 N
Oily/slippery steel
µ = 0.1 10% Nominalnej Siły
0.13 kg / 0.29 lbs
130.0 g / 1.3 N
Magnet with anti-slip rubber
µ = 0.5 50% Nominalnej Siły
0.65 kg / 1.43 lbs
650.0 g / 6.4 N

Table 4: Steel thickness (saturation) - power losses
MW 8x20 / N38

Steel thickness (mm) % power Real pull force (kg/lbs/g/N)
0.5 mm
10%
0.13 kg / 0.29 lbs
130.0 g / 1.3 N
1 mm
25%
0.33 kg / 0.72 lbs
325.0 g / 3.2 N
2 mm
50%
0.65 kg / 1.43 lbs
650.0 g / 6.4 N
3 mm
75%
0.98 kg / 2.15 lbs
975.0 g / 9.6 N
5 mm
100%
1.30 kg / 2.87 lbs
1300.0 g / 12.8 N
10 mm
100%
1.30 kg / 2.87 lbs
1300.0 g / 12.8 N
11 mm
100%
1.30 kg / 2.87 lbs
1300.0 g / 12.8 N
12 mm
100%
1.30 kg / 2.87 lbs
1300.0 g / 12.8 N

Table 5: Thermal resistance (stability) - power drop
MW 8x20 / N38

Ambient temp. (°C) Power loss Remaining pull (kg/lbs/g/N) Status
20 °C 0.0% 1.30 kg / 2.87 lbs
1300.0 g / 12.8 N
OK
40 °C -2.2% 1.27 kg / 2.80 lbs
1271.4 g / 12.5 N
OK
60 °C -4.4% 1.24 kg / 2.74 lbs
1242.8 g / 12.2 N
OK
80 °C -6.6% 1.21 kg / 2.68 lbs
1214.2 g / 11.9 N
100 °C -28.8% 0.93 kg / 2.04 lbs
925.6 g / 9.1 N

Table 6: Magnet-Magnet interaction (repulsion) - forces in the system
MW 8x20 / N38

Gap (mm) Attraction (kg/lbs) (N-S) Lateral Force (kg/lbs/g/N) Repulsion (kg/lbs) (N-N)
0 mm 11.40 kg / 25.12 lbs
6 154 Gs
1.71 kg / 3.77 lbs
1709 g / 16.8 N
N/A
1 mm 8.76 kg / 19.31 lbs
10 632 Gs
1.31 kg / 2.90 lbs
1314 g / 12.9 N
7.88 kg / 17.38 lbs
~0 Gs
2 mm 6.52 kg / 14.37 lbs
9 174 Gs
0.98 kg / 2.16 lbs
978 g / 9.6 N
5.87 kg / 12.94 lbs
~0 Gs
3 mm 4.76 kg / 10.49 lbs
7 837 Gs
0.71 kg / 1.57 lbs
714 g / 7.0 N
4.28 kg / 9.44 lbs
~0 Gs
5 mm 2.46 kg / 5.43 lbs
5 637 Gs
0.37 kg / 0.81 lbs
369 g / 3.6 N
2.22 kg / 4.88 lbs
~0 Gs
10 mm 0.51 kg / 1.12 lbs
2 561 Gs
0.08 kg / 0.17 lbs
76 g / 0.7 N
0.46 kg / 1.01 lbs
~0 Gs
20 mm 0.05 kg / 0.10 lbs
778 Gs
0.01 kg / 0.02 lbs
7 g / 0.1 N
0.04 kg / 0.09 lbs
~0 Gs
50 mm 0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
107 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
69 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
48 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
34 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
25 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
19 Gs
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0 g / 0.0 N
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
~0 Gs

Table 7: Protective zones (implants) - warnings
MW 8x20 / N38

Object / Device Limit (Gauss) / mT Safe distance
Pacemaker 5 Gs (0.5 mT) 6.5 cm
Hearing aid 10 Gs (1.0 mT) 5.0 cm
Mechanical watch 20 Gs (2.0 mT) 4.0 cm
Phone / Smartphone 40 Gs (4.0 mT) 3.0 cm
Car key 50 Gs (5.0 mT) 3.0 cm
Payment card 400 Gs (40.0 mT) 1.0 cm
HDD hard drive 600 Gs (60.0 mT) 1.0 cm

Table 8: Impact energy (cracking risk) - warning
MW 8x20 / N38

Start from (mm) Speed (km/h) Energy (J) Predicted outcome
10 mm 13.28 km/h
(3.69 m/s)
0.05 J
30 mm 22.94 km/h
(6.37 m/s)
0.15 J
50 mm 29.61 km/h
(8.23 m/s)
0.26 J
100 mm 41.88 km/h
(11.63 m/s)
0.51 J

Table 9: Surface protection spec
MW 8x20 / 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: Electrical data (Flux)
MW 8x20 / N38

Parameter Value SI Unit / Description
Magnetic Flux 3 457 Mx 34.6 µWb
Pc Coefficient 1.31 High (Stable)

Table 11: Underwater work (magnet fishing)
MW 8x20 / N38

Environment Effective steel pull Effect
Air (land) 1.30 kg Standard
Water (riverbed) 1.49 kg
(+0.19 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

*Note: On a vertical wall, the magnet retains merely a fraction of its nominal pull.

2. Steel saturation

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

3. Thermal stability

*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) = 1.31

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
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%
Environmental data
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: 010475-2026
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This product is an extremely powerful cylinder magnet, composed of advanced NdFeB material, which, at dimensions of Ø8x20 mm, guarantees maximum efficiency. The MW 8x20 / N38 component features a tolerance of ±0.1mm and professional build quality, making it an excellent solution for the most demanding engineers and designers. As a magnetic rod with impressive force (approx. 1.30 kg), this product is in stock from our warehouse in Poland, ensuring lightning-fast order fulfillment. Additionally, its triple-layer Ni-Cu-Ni coating shields it against corrosion in standard operating conditions, ensuring an aesthetic appearance and durability for years.
This model is ideal for building electric motors, advanced sensors, and efficient magnetic separators, where field concentration on a small surface counts. Thanks to the pull force of 12.75 N with a weight of only 7.54 g, this rod is indispensable in electronics and wherever low weight is crucial.
Since our magnets have a very precise dimensions, the recommended way is to glue them into holes with a slightly larger diameter (e.g., 8.1 mm) using two-component epoxy glues. To ensure long-term durability in automation, specialized industrial adhesives are used, which are safe for nickel and fill the gap, guaranteeing high repeatability of the connection.
Magnets NdFeB grade N38 are strong enough for 90% of applications in automation and machine building, where excessive miniaturization with maximum force is not required. If you need the strongest magnets in the same volume (Ø8x20), contact us regarding higher grades (e.g., N50, N52), however, N38 is the standard in continuous sale in our store.
This model is characterized by dimensions Ø8x20 mm, which, at a weight of 7.54 g, makes it an element with high magnetic energy density. The key parameter here is the holding force amounting to approximately 1.30 kg (force ~12.75 N), which, with such compact dimensions, proves the high power of the NdFeB material. The product has a [NiCuNi] coating, which protects the surface against external factors, giving it an aesthetic, silvery shine.
Standardly, the magnetic axis runs through the center of the cylinder, causing the greatest attraction force to occur on the bases with a diameter of 8 mm. Thanks to this, the magnet can be easily glued into a hole and achieve a strong field on the front surface. On request, we can also produce versions magnetized diametrically if your project requires it.

Strengths and weaknesses of Nd2Fe14B magnets.

Advantages

In addition to their pulling strength, neodymium magnets provide the following advantages:
  • They do not lose strength, even during approximately ten years – the reduction in lifting capacity is only ~1% (based on measurements),
  • Magnets effectively defend themselves against demagnetization caused by ambient magnetic noise,
  • In other words, due to the metallic layer of gold, the element gains visual value,
  • They are known for high magnetic induction at the operating surface, which improves attraction properties,
  • Due to their durability and thermal resistance, neodymium magnets are capable of operate (depending on the shape) even at high temperatures reaching 230°C or more...
  • Possibility of exact machining and modifying to precise needs,
  • Significant place in advanced technology sectors – they are commonly used in mass storage devices, electric motors, diagnostic systems, and technologically advanced constructions.
  • Compactness – despite small sizes they generate large force, making them ideal for precision applications

Limitations

Disadvantages of neodymium magnets:
  • They are prone to damage upon heavy impacts. To avoid cracks, it is worth protecting magnets using a steel holder. Such protection not only shields the magnet but also improves its resistance to damage
  • Neodymium magnets demagnetize when exposed to high temperatures. After reaching 80°C, many of them experience permanent weakening of power (a factor is the shape as well as dimensions of the magnet). We offer magnets specially adapted to work at temperatures up to 230°C marked [AH], which are extremely resistant to heat
  • Magnets exposed to a humid environment can rust. Therefore during using outdoors, we recommend using water-impermeable magnets made of rubber, plastic or other material resistant to moisture
  • We suggest a housing - magnetic mechanism, due to difficulties in realizing nuts inside the magnet and complex forms.
  • Health risk resulting from small fragments of magnets can be dangerous, in case of ingestion, which becomes key in the context of child health protection. Additionally, small components of these devices are able to complicate diagnosis medical when they are in the body.
  • Higher cost of purchase is one of the disadvantages compared to ceramic magnets, especially in budget applications

Lifting parameters

Maximum magnetic pulling forcewhat affects it?

Holding force of 1.30 kg is a theoretical maximum value conducted under the following configuration:
  • on a plate made of mild steel, optimally conducting the magnetic flux
  • whose thickness is min. 10 mm
  • characterized by even structure
  • under conditions of no distance (surface-to-surface)
  • during pulling in a direction vertical to the mounting surface
  • at ambient temperature room level

Magnet lifting force in use – key factors

During everyday use, the real power depends on many variables, ranked from most significant:
  • Space between magnet and steel – every millimeter of distance (caused e.g. by veneer or dirt) drastically reduces the pulling force, often by half at just 0.5 mm.
  • Direction of force – highest force is available 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).
  • Substrate thickness – to utilize 100% power, the steel must be sufficiently thick. Thin sheet limits the attraction force (the magnet "punches through" it).
  • Material type – the best choice is pure iron steel. Cast iron may have worse magnetic properties.
  • Surface quality – the more even the surface, the larger the contact zone and higher the lifting capacity. Unevenness creates an air distance.
  • Thermal environment – heating the magnet results in weakening of induction. Check the thermal limit for a given model.

Holding force was checked on a smooth steel plate of 20 mm thickness, when the force acted perpendicularly, in contrast under shearing force the lifting capacity is smaller. Additionally, even a minimal clearance between the magnet’s surface and the plate reduces the load capacity.

Safe handling of NdFeB magnets
Cards and drives

Powerful magnetic fields can erase data on credit cards, hard drives, and other magnetic media. Stay away of at least 10 cm.

Handling rules

Exercise caution. Rare earth magnets act from a distance and connect with massive power, often quicker than you can react.

Life threat

Patients with a ICD must keep an absolute distance from magnets. The magnetic field can interfere with the functioning of the life-saving device.

Shattering risk

NdFeB magnets are sintered ceramics, meaning they are prone to chipping. Impact of two magnets leads to them cracking into shards.

Heat sensitivity

Regular neodymium magnets (N-type) lose magnetization when the temperature surpasses 80°C. This process is irreversible.

Keep away from children

Absolutely keep magnets away from children. Risk of swallowing is significant, and the consequences of magnets clamping inside the body are fatal.

Magnetic interference

Navigation devices and smartphones are extremely susceptible to magnetic fields. Close proximity with a strong magnet can ruin the internal compass in your phone.

Skin irritation risks

Medical facts indicate that nickel (standard magnet coating) is a strong allergen. If you have an allergy, refrain from touching magnets with bare hands or select coated magnets.

Mechanical processing

Fire hazard: Neodymium dust is highly flammable. Do not process magnets without safety gear as this may cause fire.

Finger safety

Protect your hands. Two powerful magnets will join immediately with a force of several hundred kilograms, crushing everything in their path. Exercise extreme caution!

Security! Details about risks in the article: Safety of working with magnets.