Magnet Specifications

# Magnet Baron - Complete Magnet Specifications Guide

## N52 Grade Neodymium Magnets - Technical Specifications

All Magnet Baron magnets are manufactured using the highest-grade N52 Neodymium (NdFeB) material unless otherwise specified. N52 represents the strongest commercially available permanent magnet material.

### Grade Specifications
- **Material**: Neodymium Iron Boron (NdFeB)
- **Grade**: N52 (Standard), N35 (Select Products)
- **Maximum Energy Product**: 52 MGOe (N52), 35 MGOe (N35)
- **Residual Flux Density**: 14.5-14.8 KGs (N52), 11.7-12.1 KGs (N35)
- **Coercive Force**: >11.2 KOe (N52), >11.0 KOe (N35)
- **Maximum Operating Temperature**: 80°C (176°F) standard
- **Magnetization Direction**: Axially magnetized (through thickness) unless specified

### Coating Systems
- **Standard Coating**: Triple-layer Nickel-Copper-Nickel (NiCuNi)
- **Coating Thickness**: Approximately 12-15 micrometers total
- **Individual Layer Thickness**: Nickel (5-7μm), Copper (5-7μm), Nickel (5-7μm)
- **Corrosion Resistance**: Excellent against humidity and moderate salt spray
- **Salt Spray Test Rating**: 24-48 hours standard
- **Finish**: Bright metallic silver appearance

## Disc Magnet Specifications

### Micro Disc Magnets (1mm - 2.5mm Diameter)
**1mm x 0.5mm (1/32" x 1/64")**
- Pull Force: 0.05 lbs
- Surface Field: ~3,500 Gauss
- Grade: N52, Zinc coating
- Applications: Jewelry, micro assemblies

**1mm x 1mm (1/32" x 1/32")**
- Pull Force: 0.10 lbs
- Surface Field: ~4,200 Gauss
- Grade: N52, Zinc coating
- Applications: Watch mechanisms, electronics

**1.5mm x 1.5mm (1/16" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 0.11 lbs
- Surface Field: ~4,800 Gauss
- Grade: N52, Zinc coating
- Applications: Small crafts, sensor applications

**2mm x 1.5mm (1/16" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 0.21 lbs
- Surface Field: ~5,200 Gauss
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Miniature model parts, Harlequin arms

### Small Disc Magnets (3mm - 4mm Diameter)
**3mm x 1mm (1/8" x 1/32")**
- Pull Force: 0.24 lbs
- Surface Field: ~4,900 Gauss
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Small weapon swaps, detail work

**3mm x 2mm (1/8" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 0.54 lbs
- Surface Field: ~5,900 Gauss
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Space Marine arms, light weapons

**4mm x 1.5mm (5/32" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 0.68 lbs
- Surface Field: ~5,500 Gauss
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Medium weapons, vehicle parts

**4mm x 2mm (5/32" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 1.10 lbs
- Surface Field: ~6,200 Gauss
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Heavy weapons, larger assemblies

### Medium Disc Magnets (5mm - 6mm Diameter)
**5mm x 2mm (3/16" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 1.24 lbs
- Surface Field: ~6,400 Gauss
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Titanicus weapons, vehicle sponsons

**6mm x 2mm (1/4" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 1.58 lbs
- Surface Field: ~6,800 Gauss
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Large model weapons, flight stands

### Large Disc Magnets (8mm - 25mm Diameter)
**8mm x 2mm (5/16" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 2.95 lbs
- Surface Field: ~7,100 Gauss
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Vehicle magnetization, heavy assemblies

**10mm x 3mm (3/8" x 1/8")**
- Pull Force: 5.16 lbs
- Surface Field: ~7,800 Gauss
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Knight weapons, large vehicle parts

**12mm x 3mm (1/2" x 1/8")**
- Pull Force: 7.67 lbs
- Surface Field: ~8,200 Gauss
- Grade: N35, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Flight stand bases, heavy duty mounting

**20mm x 2mm (3/4" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 7.39 lbs
- Surface Field: ~7,900 Gauss
- Grade: N35, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Base magnetization, transport systems

**25mm x 2mm (1" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 9.72 lbs
- Surface Field: ~8,400 Gauss
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Large base magnetization, case systems

## Block Magnet Specifications

### Small Block Magnets
**2mm x 2mm x 1mm (1/16" x 1/16" x 1/32")**
- Pull Force: 0.17 lbs
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Micro assemblies, detail parts

**3mm x 3mm x 2mm (1/8" x 1/8" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 0.70 lbs
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Small weapon mounts, accessories

### Medium Block Magnets
**5mm x 5mm x 2mm (3/16" x 3/16" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 1.46 lbs
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Vehicle weapons, medium assemblies

**6mm x 6mm x 2mm (1/4" x 1/4" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 2.15 lbs
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Large weapon systems, structural connections

### Large Block Magnets
**10mm x 10mm x 2mm (3/8" x 3/8" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 4.20 lbs
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Vehicle hull magnetization, major assemblies

**20mm x 20mm x 2mm (3/4" x 3/4" x 1/16")**
- Pull Force: 8.50 lbs
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Case magnetization, transport systems

## Sphere Magnet Specifications

### Available Sizes
**2mm Spheres (1/16")**
- Pull Force: 0.08 lbs per magnet
- Quantity: 50 pieces
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating

**4mm Spheres (5/32")**
- Pull Force: 0.35 lbs per magnet
- Quantity: 50 pieces
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating

**6mm Spheres (1/4")**
- Pull Force: 1.20 lbs per magnet
- Quantity: 20 pieces
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating

**8mm Spheres (5/16")**
- Pull Force: 2.80 lbs per magnet
- Quantity: 10 pieces
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating

**12mm Spheres (1/2")**
- Pull Force: 6.50 lbs per magnet
- Quantity: 4 pieces
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating

**20mm Spheres (3/4")**
- Pull Force: 18.20 lbs per magnet
- Quantity: 2 pieces
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating

## Ring Magnet Specifications

### Standard Ring Magnets
**6mm OD x 3mm ID x 3mm Height**
- Pull Force: 1.85 lbs
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Rotating joints, specialized mounts

**12mm OD x 3mm ID x 3mm Height**
- Pull Force: 4.20 lbs
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Flight stand connections, articulated joints

## Specialty Magnets

### Diametrically Magnetized Magnets
These magnets have north and south poles on opposite curved sides rather than flat faces, allowing them to self-align when free to rotate.

**1mm x 0.5mm Diametric**
- Pull Force: 0.04 lbs
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Self-aligning micro assemblies

**2mm x 1mm Diametric**
- Pull Force: 0.15 lbs
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Applications: Rotating weapon mounts, articulated poses

### Countersunk Ring Magnets
**11mm OD x 6mm ID x 6mm Height**
- Pull Force: 6.30 lbs
- Grade: N52, NiCuNi coating
- Countersunk hole for flush screw mounting

## Quality Standards & Testing

### Manufacturing Tolerances
- Diameter: ±0.05mm (±0.002")
- Height: ±0.05mm (±0.002")
- Parallelism: ≤0.05mm
- Squareness: ≤0.05mm

### Quality Assurance
- 100% magnetic strength testing
- Dimensional inspection on statistical sampling
- Visual coating inspection
- Pull force verification on sample basis

### Safety Information
- **Warning**: Small magnets present choking and intestinal hazard if swallowed
- **Brittle Material**: Handle carefully to prevent chipping or cracking
- **Pinch Hazard**: Strong magnetic attraction can cause finger injuries
- **Storage**: Keep away from magnetic media, pacemakers, and electronic devices

## Application-Specific Recommendations

### Warhammer 40K Model Magnetization
- **Space Marine Arms**: 3mm x 2mm (1/8" x 1/16")
- **Vehicle Weapons**: 5mm x 2mm (3/16" x 1/16")
- **Imperial Knight Weapons**: 6mm x 2mm (1/4" x 1/16")
- **Flight Stand Bases**: 12mm x 3mm (1/2" x 1/8")

### Base Magnetization by Size
- **25mm Bases**: 4.5mm x 2.2mm flush-fit magnets
- **32mm Bases**: 4.5mm x 2.6mm flush-fit magnets
- **40mm Bases**: 6mm x 2.6mm flush-fit magnets
- **50mm+ Bases**: Multiple magnets or larger disc magnets

### Environmental Considerations
- Standard coating suitable for indoor hobby use
- For humid environments, consider epoxy coating upgrade
- Avoid direct contact with salt water or acidic solutions
- Operating temperature range: -40°C to +80°C (-40°F to +176°F)