MP 20x8/4x3 / N38 - ring magnet
ring magnet
Catalog no 030187
GTIN/EAN: 5906301812043
- Diameter
- 20 mm [±0,1 mm]
- internal diameter Ø
- 8/4 mm [±0,1 mm]
- Height
- 3 mm [±0,1 mm]
- Weight
- 6.79 g
- Magnetization Direction
- ↑ axial
- Coating
- [NiCuNi] Nickel
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Specification / characteristics - MP 20x8/4x3 / N38 - ring magnet
| properties | values |
|---|---|
| Cat. no. | 030187 |
| GTIN/EAN | 5906301812043 |
| Production/Distribution | Dhit sp. z o.o. |
| Country of origin | Poland / China / Germany |
| Customs code | 85059029 |
| Diameter | 20 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| internal diameter Ø | 8/4 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| Height | 3 mm [±0,1 mm] |
| Weight | 6.79 g |
| Magnetization Direction | ↑ axial |
| Load capacity ~ ? | 3.14 kg / 30.79 N |
| Magnetic Induction ~ ? | 178.11 mT / 1781 Gs |
| Coating | [NiCuNi] Nickel |
| Manufacturing Tolerance | ±0.1 mm |
Magnetic properties of material N38
| 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
| 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 |
Physical modeling of the product - report
Presented information represent the result of a engineering calculation. Results rely on models for the class Nd2Fe14B. Operational conditions might slightly deviate from the simulation results. Please consider these data as a supplementary guide for designers.
Table 1: Static pull force (pull vs gap) - power drop
MP 20x8/4x3 / N38
| Distance (mm) | Induction (Gauss) / mT | Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) | Risk Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 mm |
1531 Gs
153.1 mT
|
3.14 kg / 6.92 lbs
3140.0 g / 30.8 N
|
medium risk |
| 1 mm |
1457 Gs
145.7 mT
|
2.84 kg / 6.27 lbs
2843.2 g / 27.9 N
|
medium risk |
| 2 mm |
1352 Gs
135.2 mT
|
2.45 kg / 5.39 lbs
2446.6 g / 24.0 N
|
medium risk |
| 3 mm |
1227 Gs
122.7 mT
|
2.02 kg / 4.44 lbs
2016.2 g / 19.8 N
|
medium risk |
| 5 mm |
963 Gs
96.3 mT
|
1.24 kg / 2.74 lbs
1241.9 g / 12.2 N
|
weak grip |
| 10 mm |
465 Gs
46.5 mT
|
0.29 kg / 0.64 lbs
289.3 g / 2.8 N
|
weak grip |
| 15 mm |
228 Gs
22.8 mT
|
0.07 kg / 0.15 lbs
69.7 g / 0.7 N
|
weak grip |
| 20 mm |
122 Gs
12.2 mT
|
0.02 kg / 0.04 lbs
20.0 g / 0.2 N
|
weak grip |
| 30 mm |
45 Gs
4.5 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.01 lbs
2.7 g / 0.0 N
|
weak grip |
| 50 mm |
11 Gs
1.1 mT
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0.2 g / 0.0 N
|
weak grip |
Table 2: Slippage force (wall)
MP 20x8/4x3 / N38
| Distance (mm) | Friction coefficient | Pull Force (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.63 kg / 1.38 lbs
628.0 g / 6.2 N
|
| 1 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.57 kg / 1.25 lbs
568.0 g / 5.6 N
|
| 2 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.49 kg / 1.08 lbs
490.0 g / 4.8 N
|
| 3 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.40 kg / 0.89 lbs
404.0 g / 4.0 N
|
| 5 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.25 kg / 0.55 lbs
248.0 g / 2.4 N
|
| 10 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.06 kg / 0.13 lbs
58.0 g / 0.6 N
|
| 15 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.01 kg / 0.03 lbs
14.0 g / 0.1 N
|
| 20 mm | Stal (~0.2) |
0.00 kg / 0.01 lbs
4.0 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 (shearing) - behavior on slippery surfaces
MP 20x8/4x3 / N38
| Surface type | Friction coefficient / % Mocy | Max load (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| Raw steel |
µ = 0.3
30% Nominalnej Siły
|
0.94 kg / 2.08 lbs
942.0 g / 9.2 N
|
| Painted steel (standard) |
µ = 0.2
20% Nominalnej Siły
|
0.63 kg / 1.38 lbs
628.0 g / 6.2 N
|
| Oily/slippery steel |
µ = 0.1
10% Nominalnej Siły
|
0.31 kg / 0.69 lbs
314.0 g / 3.1 N
|
| Magnet with anti-slip rubber |
µ = 0.5
50% Nominalnej Siły
|
1.57 kg / 3.46 lbs
1570.0 g / 15.4 N
|
Table 4: Material efficiency (substrate influence) - power losses
MP 20x8/4x3 / N38
| Steel thickness (mm) | % power | Real pull force (kg/lbs/g/N) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mm |
|
0.31 kg / 0.69 lbs
314.0 g / 3.1 N
|
| 1 mm |
|
0.79 kg / 1.73 lbs
785.0 g / 7.7 N
|
| 2 mm |
|
1.57 kg / 3.46 lbs
1570.0 g / 15.4 N
|
| 3 mm |
|
2.36 kg / 5.19 lbs
2355.0 g / 23.1 N
|
| 5 mm |
|
3.14 kg / 6.92 lbs
3140.0 g / 30.8 N
|
| 10 mm |
|
3.14 kg / 6.92 lbs
3140.0 g / 30.8 N
|
| 11 mm |
|
3.14 kg / 6.92 lbs
3140.0 g / 30.8 N
|
| 12 mm |
|
3.14 kg / 6.92 lbs
3140.0 g / 30.8 N
|
Table 5: Thermal stability (stability) - power drop
MP 20x8/4x3 / N38
| Ambient temp. (°C) | Power loss | Remaining pull (kg/lbs/g/N) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 °C | 0.0% |
3.14 kg / 6.92 lbs
3140.0 g / 30.8 N
|
OK |
| 40 °C | -2.2% |
3.07 kg / 6.77 lbs
3070.9 g / 30.1 N
|
OK |
| 60 °C | -4.4% |
3.00 kg / 6.62 lbs
3001.8 g / 29.4 N
|
|
| 80 °C | -6.6% |
2.93 kg / 6.47 lbs
2932.8 g / 28.8 N
|
|
| 100 °C | -28.8% |
2.24 kg / 4.93 lbs
2235.7 g / 21.9 N
|
Table 6: Magnet-Magnet interaction (attraction) - field range
MP 20x8/4x3 / N38
| Gap (mm) | Attraction (kg/lbs) (N-S) | Sliding Force (kg/lbs/g/N) | Repulsion (kg/lbs) (N-N) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 mm |
3.71 kg / 8.17 lbs
2 815 Gs
|
0.56 kg / 1.23 lbs
556 g / 5.5 N
|
N/A |
| 1 mm |
3.55 kg / 7.83 lbs
2 998 Gs
|
0.53 kg / 1.17 lbs
533 g / 5.2 N
|
3.20 kg / 7.05 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 2 mm |
3.36 kg / 7.40 lbs
2 915 Gs
|
0.50 kg / 1.11 lbs
503 g / 4.9 N
|
3.02 kg / 6.66 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 3 mm |
3.13 kg / 6.90 lbs
2 815 Gs
|
0.47 kg / 1.04 lbs
470 g / 4.6 N
|
2.82 kg / 6.21 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 5 mm |
2.63 kg / 5.81 lbs
2 582 Gs
|
0.40 kg / 0.87 lbs
395 g / 3.9 N
|
2.37 kg / 5.23 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 10 mm |
1.47 kg / 3.23 lbs
1 926 Gs
|
0.22 kg / 0.48 lbs
220 g / 2.2 N
|
1.32 kg / 2.91 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 20 mm |
0.34 kg / 0.75 lbs
930 Gs
|
0.05 kg / 0.11 lbs
51 g / 0.5 N
|
0.31 kg / 0.68 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 50 mm |
0.01 kg / 0.02 lbs
143 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
1 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
~0 Gs
|
| 60 mm |
0.00 kg / 0.01 lbs
90 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
59 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
41 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
30 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
22 Gs
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
0 g / 0.0 N
|
0.00 kg / 0.00 lbs
~0 Gs
|
Table 7: Safety (HSE) (implants) - warnings
MP 20x8/4x3 / N38
| Object / Device | Limit (Gauss) / mT | Safe distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pacemaker | 5 Gs (0.5 mT) | 7.0 cm |
| Hearing aid | 10 Gs (1.0 mT) | 5.5 cm |
| Mechanical watch | 20 Gs (2.0 mT) | 4.5 cm |
| Phone / Smartphone | 40 Gs (4.0 mT) | 3.5 cm |
| Remote | 50 Gs (5.0 mT) | 3.0 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 (kinetic energy) - warning
MP 20x8/4x3 / N38
| Start from (mm) | Speed (km/h) | Energy (J) | Predicted outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mm |
23.24 km/h
(6.46 m/s)
|
0.14 J | |
| 30 mm |
24.06 km/h
(6.68 m/s)
|
0.15 J | |
| 50 mm |
24.08 km/h
(6.69 m/s)
|
0.15 J | |
| 100 mm |
24.08 km/h
(6.69 m/s)
|
0.15 J |
Table 9: Surface protection spec
MP 20x8/4x3 / 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)
MP 20x8/4x3 / N38
| Parameter | Value | SI Unit / Description |
|---|---|---|
| Magnetic Flux | 5 044 Mx | 50.4 µWb |
| Pc Coefficient | 0.20 | Low (Flat) |
Table 11: Submerged application
MP 20x8/4x3 / N38
| Environment | Effective steel pull | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Air (land) | 3.14 kg | Standard |
| Water (riverbed) |
3.60 kg
(+0.46 kg buoyancy gain)
|
+14.5% |
1. Sliding resistance
*Warning: On a vertical surface, the magnet retains merely a fraction of its max power.
2. Efficiency vs thickness
*Thin metal sheet (e.g. computer case) significantly reduces the holding force.
3. Power loss vs temp
*For N38 grade, the safety limit is 80°C.
4. Demagnetization curve and operating point (B-H)
chart generated for the permeance coefficient Pc (Permeance Coefficient) = 0.20
This simulation demonstrates the magnetic stability of the selected magnet under specific geometric conditions. 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.
Material specification
| 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 |
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Advantages as well as disadvantages of Nd2Fe14B magnets.
Strengths
- Their strength is maintained, and after around 10 years it decreases only by ~1% (theoretically),
- Magnets effectively resist against demagnetization caused by external fields,
- In other words, due to the glossy finish of nickel, the element gains visual value,
- Magnetic induction on the surface of the magnet remains maximum,
- Through (adequate) combination of ingredients, they can achieve high thermal strength, allowing for operation at temperatures approaching 230°C and above...
- Considering the potential of accurate forming and adaptation to unique projects, NdFeB magnets can be modeled in a variety of geometric configurations, which makes them more universal,
- Significant place in electronics industry – they are used in hard drives, electromotive mechanisms, medical devices, and complex engineering applications.
- Thanks to concentrated force, small magnets offer high operating force, with minimal size,
Limitations
- They are prone to damage upon heavy impacts. To avoid cracks, it is worth protecting magnets in special housings. Such protection not only protects 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 drop 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 very resistant to heat
- When exposed to humidity, magnets start to rust. For applications outside, it is recommended to use protective magnets, such as those in rubber or plastics, which prevent oxidation and corrosion.
- Due to limitations in realizing threads and complicated shapes in magnets, we propose using cover - magnetic mount.
- Potential hazard related to microscopic parts of magnets can be dangerous, if swallowed, which gains importance in the context of child safety. Additionally, small elements of these magnets are able to disrupt the diagnostic process medical in case of swallowing.
- Due to complex production process, their price exceeds standard values,
Lifting parameters
Highest magnetic holding force – what it depends on?
- with the use of a sheet made of special test steel, ensuring full magnetic saturation
- with a thickness no less than 10 mm
- with a surface cleaned and smooth
- with zero gap (no impurities)
- during pulling in a direction vertical to the plane
- at temperature room level
Lifting capacity in real conditions – factors
- Clearance – the presence of foreign body (rust, tape, gap) acts as an insulator, which reduces capacity steeply (even by 50% at 0.5 mm).
- Force direction – remember that the magnet holds strongest perpendicularly. Under shear forces, the holding force drops drastically, often to levels of 20-30% of the nominal value.
- Base massiveness – too thin sheet causes magnetic saturation, causing part of the power to be escaped into the air.
- Steel grade – the best choice is pure iron steel. Stainless steels may have worse magnetic properties.
- Base smoothness – the more even the surface, the larger the contact zone and stronger the hold. Unevenness acts like micro-gaps.
- Heat – neodymium magnets have a sensitivity to temperature. At higher temperatures they lose power, and at low temperatures gain strength (up to a certain limit).
Holding force was checked on a smooth steel plate of 20 mm thickness, when the force acted perpendicularly, in contrast under parallel forces the holding force is lower. Moreover, even a small distance between the magnet and the plate decreases the holding force.
Precautions when working with NdFeB magnets
Medical interference
Life threat: Strong magnets can turn off pacemakers and defibrillators. Do not approach if you have medical devices.
Keep away from computers
Very strong magnetic fields can destroy records on credit cards, HDDs, and storage devices. Maintain a gap of at least 10 cm.
Product not for children
These products are not suitable for play. Eating multiple magnets can lead to them attracting across intestines, which poses a critical condition and requires urgent medical intervention.
Threat to navigation
A strong magnetic field interferes with the functioning of magnetometers in smartphones and navigation systems. Do not bring magnets close to a smartphone to avoid damaging the sensors.
Allergy Warning
It is widely known that nickel (standard magnet coating) is a potent allergen. If you have an allergy, avoid direct skin contact or opt for encased magnets.
Physical harm
Big blocks can break fingers in a fraction of a second. Do not place your hand between two strong magnets.
Dust explosion hazard
Fire hazard: Rare earth powder is highly flammable. Do not process magnets in home conditions as this may cause fire.
Material brittleness
Beware of splinters. Magnets can explode upon uncontrolled impact, ejecting sharp fragments into the air. We recommend safety glasses.
Heat sensitivity
Control the heat. Exposing the magnet to high heat will destroy its properties and pulling force.
Handling rules
Handle with care. Rare earth magnets act from a distance and snap with huge force, often faster than you can react.
