Magnet properties

[ArtieToo]

Since this comes up from time to time, I though folks might like to have their own copy of this document.

The International Magnetics Association

Scroll down, and download the document called:

Standard Specifications for Permanent Magnet Materials

[rinse_master]

Re: Magnet properties

Thanks, I haven't got a clue what half of it means, but thank you anyway Artie!

[ArtieToo]

Re: Magnet properties

I don't either . . . it just makes me feel smarter.

[JB_From_Hell]

Re: Magnet properties

Thanks, Artie! Consider it bookmarked

[Faraday]

Re: Magnet properties

Looks like Alnico3 is weaker than Alnico2 is weaker than Alnico5.

[ArtieToo]

Re: Magnet properties

Looks like Alnico3 is weaker than Alnico2 is weaker than Alnico5.

Yup . . . the "A" number is derived from when it was patented . . . not its strength.

[Jag513]

Re: Magnet properties

Thanks Artie. My leisure reading for the next week.