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Joe Magneato®

 

K&J Magnetics, Inc.

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

General Magnet Questions

   1. How can I identify the poles of the magnets?
   2. Is one pole stronger than the other?
   3. Which is the strongest type of magnet?
   4. What does "Magnetized thru thickness" mean?
   5. What materials do magnets attract?
   6. What materials can I use to block/shield magnetic fields?
   7. Can you supply monopole magnets?
   8. Can you supply a disc/cylinder/ring/sphere magnet with one pole on the outside and one on the inside?
   9. Does stacking magnets make them stronger?
  10. How is the strength of a magnet measured?
  11. How is the pull force of each magnet determined?
  12. I am using one of the online magnet pull force calculators. Why is the pull force that you list for a magnet different than the value I get from the calculator?
  13. Will a magnet with a 20 lb pull force lift a 20 lb object?

Neodymium Magnet Specific

  14. What are neodymium magnets? Are they the same as "rare earth"?
  15. What are neodymium magnets made from and how are they made?
  16. What does the "N rating", or grade, of the neodymium magnets mean?
  17. Can I cut, drill, or machine neodymium magnets?
  18. Can I solder or weld to neodymium magnets?
  19. Do I have to worry about temperature with neodymium magnets?
  20. What is the gauss rating of your magnets?
  21. Do neodymium magnets require a keeper?
  22. Will my neodymium magnets lose strength over time?
  23. Will neodymium magnets lose strength if they are held in repelling or attracting positions for a long time?
  24. What are neodymium magnets used for?
  25. How is neodymium pronounced?
  26. Are your Neodymium Rare Earth Magnets RoHS compliant?
  27. Can I make a magnet that I already have any stronger?
  28. I need a magnet the size of a penny/nickel/dime/quarter/half dollar. What size do I need?
  29. What is the diff between maximum operating temperature and the Curie temperature of the magnets?
  30. How strong of a magnetic field is necessary to magnetize a neodymium magnet?

Magnet Handling

  31. How can I separate strong magnets?
  32. I have metal dust all over my magnets. How can I remove it?
  33. Are there any regulations for shipping magnets?

Platings/Coatings/Adhesives

  34. Why are most neodymium magnets plated or coated?
  35. What is the difference between the different platings and coatings?
  36. Can I paint over the nickel plating?
  37. What is the thickness of the nickel (Ni-Cu-Ni) plating?
  38. Do you stock any unplated magnets?
  39. What is the best adhesive to use with your magnets?
  40. I noticed that the plastic- and rubber-coated magnets have a lower pull force than nickel-plated magnets of the same size. Does the plastic/rubber weaken the magnet?
  41. How can I protect my magnets from damage due to impact?

Custom/Special Magnets

  42. Can you supply custom/special shapes of neodymium magnets?
  43. What are the size limitations on manufacturing neodymium magnets?
  44. I see you supply plastic- and rubber-coated neodymium magnets. Can I get XXX-size in plastic-coated (or rubber-coated)?

Health, Safety, and Electronics

  45. Are there health or safety concerns with neodymium magnets?
  46. What is a safe distance to keep magnets away from pacemakers?
  47. Will magnets harm my electronics?
  48. How far away from electronics should I keep my magnets?
  49. Will using magnets on my refrigerator, stove, oven, or microwave harm the appliance?
  50. Will magnets erase my hard drive or harm my computer?
  51. I am developing a product using magnets. Do I have to put a safety warning on it about pacemakers/electronics?

Special Uses/Applications

  52. Can I use neodymium magnets to trigger traffic lights with my motorcycle/moped/bicycle?
  53. Which magnets should I use for holding knives to my fridge?
  54. Which magnets should I use for holding spice cans to my fridge?
  55. I am looking for the equivalent of a magician's M5/PK5 magnet. Which of your magnets is the equivalent?
  56. I am making magnetic earrings. Which magnets should I use?
  57. I would like to erase hard drives/degauss tapes. Which magnet should I use?
  58. Which magnets should I use for magnetic therapy?
  59. I would like to use magnets for water treatment. Which magnets should I use?
  60. Which magnets should I use for holding pictures and papers to my refrigerator?
  61. Which magnets should I use for holding pins/badges through clothing instead of using pins?
  62. I heard you can repair dents in brass instruments using magnets. How can I do this?
  63. I need magnets for a binder/brochure closure. Which magnets work for this?

Ordering Questions

  64. I am trying to order online, but every time I add something to my shopping cart, I get a message that my cart is empty. What do I need to do?
  65. I don't want to put my credit card info online. Is there some other way I can pay?
  66. Can I get the quantity discount pricing for an odd quantity of magnets (i.e. quantity of 87)?
  67. Can I open an account with K&J Magnetics?
  68. Can you just put my magnets in a small envelope to save postage?
  69. Where can I get a discount code?

Questions about K&J Magnetics

  70. Where are you located?
  71. Do you have a local distributor near me?
  72. Do you have an affiliate program?

1. How can I identify the poles of the magnets?
There are several simple methods that can be used to identify the (Scientific) North and South poles of neodymium magnets.
1)  The easiest way is to use another magnet that is already marked. The North pole of the marked magnet will be attracted to the South pole of the unmarked magnet.
2)  If you take an even number of magnets and pinch a string in the middle of the stack and dangle the magnets so they can freely rotate on the string, the North pole of the magnets will eventually settle pointing North. This actually contradicts the "opposites attract" rule of magnetism, but the naming convention of the poles is a carry over from the old days when the poles were called the "North-seeking" and "South-seeking" poles.  These were shortened over time to the "North" and "South" poles that we know them as.
3)  If you have a compass handy, the end of the needle that normally points North will be attracted to the South pole of the neodymium magnet. 
(Please note: In some magnetic therapy applications, the definitions of the poles are reversed from the scientific definition described above. Please be sure to confirm the proper definition of the poles prior to using magnets for medical purposes)

2. Is one pole stronger than the other?
No, both poles are equally strong.

3. Which is the strongest type of magnet?
Neodymium (more precisely Neodymium-Iron-Boron) magnets are the strongest permanent magnets in the world.

4. What does "Magnetized thru thickness" mean?
We use the description "Magnetized thru thickness" to identify the locations of the poles on our block magnets.  The thickness is always the last dimension listed for block magnets.  If you take one of our block magnets and place it on a flat surface with the thickness dimension as the vertical dimension, the poles will be on the top and bottom of the magnet as it sits.  For example:  Our BX082 blocks are 1" x 1/2" x 1/8" thick.  If you place one of the blocks so it is on a flat surface with 1/8" as the vertical dimension, the poles will be on the top and bottom as the magnet sits.  This means the poles are located in the middle of the 1" x 1/2" sides.  Click here for Magnetization Directions Illustrated.

5. What materials do magnets attract?
Ferromagnetic materials are strongly attracted by a magnetic force.  The elements iron (Fe), nickel (Ni), and cobalt (Co) are the most commonly available elements. Steel is ferromagnetic because it is an alloy of iron and other metals.

6. What materials can I use to block/shield magnetic fields?
Magnetic fields cannot be blocked, only redirected. The only materials that will redirect magnetic fields are materials that are ferromagnetic (attracted to magnets), such as iron, steel (which contains iron), cobalt, and nickel. The degree of redirection is proportional to the permeability of the material. The most efficient shielding material is the 80 Nickel family, followed by the 50 Nickel family.

7. Can you supply monopole magnets?
No, we don't, nor does anyone else, because they don't exist.  All magnets must have at least two poles.

8. Can you supply a disc/cylinder/ring/sphere magnet with one pole on the outside and one on the inside?
Disc, cylinder, and sphere shapes definitely cannot be manufactured this way.  Rings magnetized this way are referred to as "radially magnetized", but it is not currently possible to manufacture neodymium ring magnets this way.  We are working on it, however.

9. Does stacking magnets together make them stronger?
Yes, two or more magnets stacked together will behave exactly like a single magnet of the combined size. For example, if you stacked two of our D82 disc magnets to form a 1/2" x 1/4" combined size, the two magnets would have the same strength and behave identically to our D84 discs, which are 1/2" diameter x 1/4" thick.

10. How is the strength of a magnet measured?
Gaussmeters are used to measure the magnetic field density at the surface of the magnet. This is referred to as the surface field and is measured in Gauss (or Tesla).  Pull Force Testers are used to test the holding force of a magnet that is in contact with a flat steel plate. Pull forces are measured in pounds (or kilograms).

11. How is the pull force of each magnet determined?
All of the pull force values we specify have been tested in our laboratory. The values are an average value for five samples of each magnet. The pull force is tested by placing the magnet between two 1" thick flat ground plates of alloy steel. One plate is attached to a digital force gauge which records the tensile force on the magnet. The plates are pulled apart until the magnet disconnects from one of the plates. The peak value is recorded as the "pull force". If using steel that is thinner, coated, or has an uneven or rusty surface, the effective pull force may be different than recorded in our lab.

12. I am using one of the online magnet pull force calculators. Why is the pull force that you list for a magnet different than the value I get from the calculator?
All of the pull force values we specify have been tested in our laboratory. All pull force calculators are estimates and cannot be completely accurate for all magnets. Our version of pull force and magnetic field density calculators can be found here:  K&J Magnet Calculators.

13. Will a magnet with a 20 lb pull force lift a 20 lb object?
Because pull force values are tested under laboratory conditions, you probably won't achieve the same holding force under real world conditions. The effective pull force is reduced by uneven contact with the metal surface, pulling in a direction that is not perpendicular to the steel, attaching to metal that is thinner than ideal, surface coatings, and other factors.

14. What are neodymium magnets?  Are they the same as "rare earth"?
Neodymium magnets are a member of the rare earth magnet family. They are called "rare earth" because neodymium is a member of the "rare earth" elements on the periodic table. Neodymium magnets are the strongest of the rare earth magnets and are the strongest permanent magnets in the world.

15. What are neodymium magnets made from and how are they made?
Neodymium magnets are actually composed of neodymium, iron and boron (they are also referred to as NIB or NdFeB magnets).  The powdered mixture is pressed under great pressure into molds.  The material is then sintered (heated under a vacuum), cooled, and then ground or sliced into the desired shape.  Coatings are then applied if required.  Finally, the blank magnets are magnetized by exposing them to a very powerful magnetic field in excess of 30 KOe.

16. What does the "N rating", or grade, of the neodymium magnets mean?
The grade, or "N rating" of the magnet refers to the Maximum Energy Product of the material that the magnet is made from.  It refers to the maximum strength that the material can be magnetized to.  The grade of neodymium magnets is generally measured in units millions of Gauss Oersted (MGOe).  A magnet of grade N42 has a Maximum Energy Product of 42 MGOe.  Generally speaking, the higher the grade, the stronger the magnet.

17. Can I cut, drill, or machine neodymium magnets?
The Neodymium Iron Boron material is very hard and brittle, so machining is difficult at best. The hardness of the material is RC46 on the Rockwell "C" scale, which is harder than commercially available drills and tooling, so these tools will heat up and become damaged if used on NdFeB material. Diamond tooling, EDM (Electrostatic Discharge Machines), and abrasives are the preferred methods for shaping neodymium magnet material. Machining of neodymium magnets should only be done by experienced machinists familiar with the risk and safety issues involved. The heat generated during machining can demagnetize the magnet and could cause it to catch fire posing a safety risk. The dry powder produced while machining is also very flammable and great care must be taken to avoid combustion of this material.

18. Can I solder or weld to neodymium magnets?
You definitely cannot solder or weld to neodymium magnets. The heat will demagnetize the magnet and could cause it to catch fire posing a safety risk. 

19. Do I have to worry about temperature with neodymium magnets?
Yes.  Neodymium Iron Boron magnets are sensitive to heat.  If a magnet heated above its maximum operating temperature (176°F (80°C) for standard N grades) the magnet will permanently lose a fraction of its magnetic strength.  If they are heated above their Curie temperature (590°F (310°C) for standard N grades), they will lose all of their magnetic properties.  Different grades of neodymium different maximum operating and Curie temperatures.  See our Neodymium Magnet Specifications Page for more details.  We do stock a range of high temperature magnets, which you can see here.

20. What is the gauss rating of your magnets?
This depends on the context it is used. Most magnetic therapy people like to present the largest number possible, so they often use the Residual Flux Density (Brmax) of the material, which really doesn't specify much about the actual magnet. This value is essentially the magnetic field density inside the magnet material.  Since you will never be inside the magnet, or using the field inside the magnet, this value doesn't really have any practical value.  The surface field of a magnet is a much more accurate specification for a magnet.  The surface field is exactly what it sounds like. It is the magnetic field density at the surface of the magnet as measured by a Gaussmeter. This value is tested and specified for each of our stock magnets. A comprehensive table of the surface field density for each of our stock magnets can be seen here: Surface Field Table.

21. Do neodymium magnets require a keeper?
No, neodymium magnets do not require a keeper for storage like Alnico magnets.

22. Will my neodymium magnets lose strength over time?
Very little. Neodymium magnets are the strongest and most permanent magnets known to man. If they are not overheated or physically damaged, neodymium magnets will lose less than 1% of their strength over 10 years - not enough for you to notice unless you have very sensitive measuring equipment. They won't even lose their strength if they are held in repelling or attracting positions with other magnets over long periods of time.

23. Will neodymium magnets lose strength if they are held in repelling or attracting positions for a long time?
In most applications, the answer is simply "no". If the magnets will be exposed to higher temperatures while in repelling applications, the answer is "possibly". The exact answer is a bit too complicated for a FAQ answer, and requires specifics about the application.

24. What are neodymium magnets used for?
Just about anything you can imagine!  Please see our Uses Page for a list of some of the applications for these incredible magnets.

25. How is neodymium pronounced?
From a dictionary: [nē"ōdim'ēum]
The only real trick to pronouncing it correctly is to treat the 'y' as an 'i'.  It is pronounced as if it were spelled "neodimium".

26. Are your Neodymium Rare Earth Magnets RoHS compliant?
Yes, our magnets are fully RoHS compliant, meeting the European Parliament Directive entitled "Restrictions on the use Of Hazardous Substances" (RoHS). This Directive prohibits the use of the following elements in electrical/electronic equipment sold after 7/1/2006: cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)), polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs).

27. Can I make a magnet that I already have any stronger?
No, once a magnet is fully magnetized (saturated), it cannot be made any stronger.

28. I need a magnet the size of a penny/nickel/dime/quarter.  What size do I need?
Here are the dimensions of these coins along with the closest matching magnet that we currently stock:
US Penny = 0.75" dia. x 0.061" ==> DC1 (0.75" dia. x 0.063")
US Nickel = 0.84" dia. x 0.077" ==> DE1 (0.88" dia. x 0.063")
US Dime = 0.71" dia. x 0.053" ==> DA1 (0.63" dia. x 0.063") or DC1 (0.75" dia. x 0.063")
US Quarter = 0.95" dia. x 0.069" ==> DX01 (1.0" dia. x 0.063")
US Half Dollar = 1.21" dia. x 0.085" ==> DX42 (1.25" dia. x 0.125")

29. What is the difference between the maximum operating temperature and the Curie temperature of the magnets?
The maximum operating temperature is the maximum temperature the magnet may be continuously subjected to with no significant loss of magnetic strength. This is 176ºF (80ºC) for standard grades of neodymium magnets. The Curie Temperature is the temperature at which the magnet will become completely demagnetized. This is 590ºF (310ºC) for standard grades of neodymium magnets. Higher temperature grades have higher maximum operating temperatures and higher Curie Temperatures. At temperatures between these two points, a magnet will permanently lose a portion of its magnetic strength. The loss will be greater the closer to the Curie Temperature it is heated.

30. How strong of a magnetic field is necessary to magnetize a neodymium magnet?
As a general rule of thumb, a peak field of between 2 and 2.5 times the intrinsic coercivity is required to fully saturate a magnet. For standard neodymium magnets, the field required is minimum of 24 KOe, but 30 KOe is usually the minimum used.

31. How do I separate large magnets?
Small and medium-sized magnets can usually be separated by hand by sliding the end magnet off of the stack. Medium-large magnets can often be separated by using the edge of a table or countertop. Place the magnets a table top with one of the magnets hanging over the edge. Then, using your body weight, hold the magnet(s) on the table and push down on the magnet hanging over the edge. With a little work and practice, you should be able to slide the magnets apart. Just be careful that they don't snap back together once they become separated.  For very large magnets (generally 2" and larger), we use a specially made magnet separating tool. You can see pictures of one of these tools as well as instructions on how to build your own on this page: Build your own magnet separating tool.

32. I have metal dust all over my magnets. How can I remove it?
Using adhesive tape to capture the metal dust is the best way to clean magnets.

33. Are there any regulations for shipping magnets?
According to the United States Department of Transportation and the Office of Hazardous Materials Safety, the limit for shipping magnets by air is a magnetic field strength of 0.00525 Gauss measured at 15 feet (4.5 meters) from any point on the outside of the package. There are no restrictions on the shipping of magnetized materials by ground. When in doubt, ship magnets by ground transportation.

34. Why are most neodymium magnets plated or coated?
Neodymium magnets are composed mainly of Neodymium, Iron, and Boron. If neodymium magnets are not plated, the iron in the material will oxidize very easily if exposed to moisture. Even normal humidity will rust the iron over time. To protect the iron from exposure to moisture, most neodymium magnets are plated or coated.

35. What is the difference between the different platings and coatings?
The coatings do not affect the magnetic strength or performance of the magnet.  The preferred coating is dictated by preference or by the magnets intended application.  Nickel is the most common choice for plating neodymium magnets, and is actually a triple plating of nickel-copper-nickel.  It has a shiny silver finish and has good resistance to corrosion.  Black nickel has a shiny, black/charcoal appearance and is slightly more corrosion resistant than regular nickel.  It is also a triple plating of nickel-copper-black nickel.  Zinc has a dull gray/bluish finish, that is more susceptible to corrosion than nickel.  Zinc can leave a black residue on hands and other items.  Epoxy is basically a plastic coating that is virtually 100% corrosion resistant as long as the coating is intact.  From our experience, it is the least durable of the common coatings.  Gold plating is applied over the top of nickel plating, so gold plated magnets have the same characteristics as nickel plated ones, but with a gold finish.

36. Can I paint over the nickel plating?
Yes, you can use any paint formulated for use on metal surfaces. Spray-on paint seems to work best.

37. What is the thickness of the nickel (Ni-Cu-Ni) plating?
The nickel plating is actually triple plating of nickel-copper-nickel. The layers are Ni: 5-6µm, Cu: 7-8µm, Ni: 5-6µm, for a total thickness of 17-20µm.

38. Do you stock any unplated magnets?
As mentioned above, the iron in the NdFeB material will oxidize if it is exposed to moisture. For this reason, we do not stock any unplated magnets. We can supply unplated magnets as custom order items.

39. What is the best adhesive to use with your magnets?
We and several customers have had great success adhering to the nickel-plating using Loctite 39205 with Loctite 7380 activator. A Loctite representative also has also recommended Loctite 3032 with Loctite primer 770. For more commonly found adhesives, we have also had good results using "JB Weld" epoxy, "Liquid Nails", and "Gorilla Glue", which are available in most hardware and home supply stores. It does help to scratch the surface of the plating lightly with sandpaper or other abrasive prior to applying the adhesive.

40. I noticed that the plastic- and rubber-coated magnets have a lower pull force than nickel-plated magnets of the same size. Does the plastic/rubber weaken the magnet?
These materials don't "weaken" the magnet, but the volume of magnet material is reduced to allow room for the coatings, which reduces the pull force. The layer of plastic or rubber also creates distance between the magnet and metal surface which also reduces the pull force.

41. How can I protect my magnets from damage due to impact?
We have found that wrapping magnets with a few layers of electrical tape protects them from most damage caused by collisions with other magnets and hard surfaces.  Another great way to protect your magnets from damage and the elements is to coat them with rubberized coating.  We have created a page with step-by-step instructions on how to do this. We also stock several sizes and shapes of plastic-coated and rubber-coated magnets.

42. I need a special size/shape of neodymium magnet. Can you supply custom magnets?
Yes, we can supply custom magnets. You can find details on our Custom Magnet Page.

43. What are the size limitations on manufacturing neodymium magnets?
The limits are:
2" max in magnetized direction
5" max diameter for discs and rings
4" max length and width for blocks
1/32" minimum on thickness on any magnet
1/16" minimum diameter on outer diameter
1/16" minimum diameter on any hole

44. I see you supply plastic- and rubber-coated neodymium magnets. Can I get XXX-size in plastic-coated (or rubber-coated)?
Maybe. Each size of plastic- and rubber-coated magnet requires its own special mold. These molds cost anywhere from $300-$2500, depending on the size and shape. If you are in need of a large quantity, creating a new mold may be worthwhile. If you only need a few, then doing your own rubber-coating may be a more cost-effective solution.

45. Are there health or safety concerns with neo magnets?
There are no known health concerns with exposure to permanent magnetic fields. In fact, many people believe that magnets can be used to speed up the healing process. You can read more about this on several sites that are accessible from our Links Page. There may be issues with people with pacemakers handling or being around strong magnets. We are not medical professionals, so we cannot offer guidance on pacemaker safety. Please consult a physician for this information. There are several safety concerns when handling strong magnets.  Please refer to our Safety Page for complete details.

46. What is a safe distance to keep magnets away from pacemakers?
We are not medical professionals, so we cannot offer guidance on pacemaker safety. Please consult a physician for this information.

47. Will magnets harm my electronics?
Maybe...The strong magnetic fields of these magnets can damage certain magnetic media such as floppy disks, credit cards, magnetic I.D. cards, cassette tapes, video tapes or other such devices.  They can also damage televisions, VCRs, computer monitors and other CRT displays. Never place neodymium magnets near any of these appliances.  As for other electronics such as cell phones, iPods, flash drives, calculators and similar devices that do not contain magnetic storage media, probably not, but it is best to err on the safe side and try to avoid close contact between neo magnets and electronics.

48. How far away from electronics should I keep my magnets?
This depends on a lot of factors, but as a general rule of thumb, we recommend keeping the distance between magnets and electronics 4" + 1" for every 10 lbs of pull force.

49. Will using magnets on my refrigerator, stove, oven, or microwave harm the appliance?
No, magnets will not harm any of these appliances.

50. Will magnets erase my hard drive or harm my computer?
Not unless you really work at it. While you probably don't want to stick magnets directly to your computer case, having them nearby will not harm your computer. Magnets can damage floppy disks and magnetic tape storage media, so you must keep magnets away from these items. They will not, however, damage any data on your hard drive unless you place a very large and powerful magnet directly on top of the drive.  Every hard drive already contains a powerful neodymium magnet, so one moving around outside the case will not affect the data.  Here is an article from PCWorld Magazine to support this:  http://msn.pcworld.com/article/id,116572-page,1/article.html.

51. I am developing a product using magnets. Do I have to put a safety warning on it about pacemakers/electronics?
Again, we are not medical professionals, so we cannot comment on pacemaker issues. As for safety and electronics, it really depends on the application of your product, the size of the magnet(s), how the magnet is used, and where the magnet is located within the product. We recommend providing any warnings that you think may be an issue.

52. Can I use neodymium magnets to trigger traffic lights with my motorcycle/moped/bicycle?
This one is a definite "maybe". We have received feedback that magnets as small as our D84 discs have successfully triggered traffic lights, but we have also received reports that magnets as large as our DX8C have failed to trip similar traffic light sensors. It seems that there are different types and different sensitivities of traffic light sensors, and magnets will trigger some, but not all of them. If you have any feedback or good information on this, we would appreciate an email with any details you may have.

53. Which magnets should I use for holding knives to my fridge?
For small knives, small magnets like our B444 cubes are sufficient. For butcher knives and other large knives, we recommend our BX084 blocks. Mid-sized knives can be held to a refrigerator using our B884 blocks.

54. Which magnets should I use for holding spice cans to my fridge?
The answer varies depending on the size of the can and the weight of the items being stored. Magnets as small as our D801 discs can be used to hold smaller cans, while magnets as large as our DC2 dics may be required to hold very large cans.

55. I am looking for the equivalent of a magician's M5/PK5 magnet. Which of your magnets is the equivalent?
The magician's M5 (aka PK5) magnet is the equivalent of our BY0Y08 block magnet.

56. I am making magnetic earrings. Which magnets should I use?
The best size varies, depending on the size of the decorations being held.  Generally, the best options are discs like our D31-N50 or D41-N50. Other magnets of similar size can also be used.

57. I would like to erase hard drives/degauss tapes. Which magnet should I use?
To reliably erase data on hard drives, a large magnet is required such as our DX8C, DY0X0, or BY0Y08. These magnets are large and powerful and must be handled with extreme care. Waving these magnets over the surface of a hard drive will effectively scramble the data. We have been told that spinning up the drive with a large magnet on top of it works especially well.

58. Which magnets should I use for magnetic therapy?
A wide range of sizes can be used for magnetic therapy. Many people use magnets as small as our D41 discs for spot treatment, while others use magnets as large as our DY04 discs for large area treatment. It is best to select a size that "fits" the area being treated.

59. I would like to use magnets for water treatment. Which magnets should I use?
Magnets on the main water line should be of dimensions 1.5 - 2.5 times the outside diameter of the pipe coming in. Larger magnets will provide a stronger and more consistent magnetic field between them. For this application, we often recommend our BY0Y08 blocks. They will work well on any water line up to 1.5" in diameter. Water conditioning works best if you use two magnets, one on each side of the pipe in attracting arrangement. The two magnets in this arrangement create the strongest possible magnetic field between them. It works very well if you have two "shims" which are the same thickness as the diameter of the water pipe. If you tape the shims to either side of the pipe, they will provide a flat surface for the magnets to rest on. The large magnets should hold each other in place across the pipe and shims. The magnets can then be held in place with tape to prevent them from slipping off due to vibration.

60. Which magnets should I use for holding pictures and papers to my refrigerator?
For refrigerator magnets, there are many options. We carry a neat line of magnetic thumbtacks as well as dozens of other shapes and sizes that work well. A few suggestions are our D42, D34, B333, S4 (also available in black color or gold), and ST4 stars. Many other magnets of similar sizes will also work very well for fridge magnets.

61. Which magnets should I use for holding pins/badges through clothing instead of using pins?
For holding average-sized pins and badges, we recommend our D62 disc magnets, as they provide the appropriate amount of pull strength through a wide range of fabric thicknesses. If you will be holding large or heavy pins or badges, or will be holding through exceptionally thick material, then our D72 or D82 discs may be necessary to provide enough holding force.

62. I heard you can repair dents in brass instruments using magnets. How can I do this?
Dent removal is accomplished by inserting a steel ball into the instrument as close to, but smaller than, the diameter of the section of tubing being repaired. The steel ball can be moved through the tube using a magnet on the outside. Working the steel ball over the damaged area will gradually smooth out the dent. A magnet like our DX0X0 will pull out most small- and medium-sized dents, while a larger magnet like our DX8C may be necessary for larger and more stubborn dents. We do carry a line of steel balls that can be used for this application.

63. I need magnets for a binder/brochure closure. Which magnets work for this?
We have many printers and other customers that use our magnets in brochures and binders to hold them closed. The most common sizes used for brochures and binders are our D401, D41, D501, D51, D601, D61, D701, D71, D801, D81 disc magnets, and our B4401, B441, B6301, B631, B661, B821, B841, B8801, and B881 block magnets, but larger sizes can also be used for larger applications.

64. I am trying to order online, but every time I add something to my shopping cart, I get a message that my cart is empty.  What do I need to do?
Most of the time, this is caused by cookies being disabled on your computer. Our shopping cart must be allowed to write a small cookie to your computer to "remember" what you place in your shopping cart. To find out how to enable cookies for various browsers, please refer to this web page: Google: How to Enable Cookies. If you continue to have difficulty ordering online, you can order by phone by calling us at 215-766-8055 during normal business hours.

65. I don't want to put my credit card info online. Is there some other way I can pay?
We take every measure possible to ensure that your online transaction with us is secure. You can read more about this on our Security Page. If you would still prefer not to order online, there are many other ways to place an order with us. Please see our Ordering/Shipping Page for more details.

66. Can I get the quantity discount pricing for an odd quantity of magnets (i.e. quantity of 87)?
Yes. If you are ordering an odd quantity of a particular magnet, you can get the quantity pricing by simply adding a single magnet to your shopping cart. Then, while viewing the shopping cart, change the quantity from "1" to your desired quantity and click "Update Totals". The shopping cart will recalculate the price and total and will give you the quantity discounted price.

67. Can I open an account with K&J Magnetics?
Yes. We accept Purchase Orders from schools and businesses with approved credit. To open an account with us, simply fax your credit information to us at (215) 766-8054 or email it to us at contactus@kjmagnetics.com. You can download a KJM credit application here. Please be sure to include a point of contact in both your Purchasing and Accounts Payable departments, including their email addresses, mailing addresses, fax and phone numbers. Account setup takes approximately 3 - 5 business days. Terms of all Purchase Orders are Net 30. There is a $50.00 minimum for orders placed by Purchase Order (not including shipping). All POs are shipped via UPS. Purchase Orders must be received via mail, fax, or email. Verbal Purchase Orders will not be accepted.

68. Can you just put my magnets in a small envelope to save postage?
No. All magnets must be shipped in a box in order to comply with United States Department of Transportation, USPS, and UPS regulations for the shipment of magnetic materials.

69. Where can I get a discount code?
You can receive discounts by joining our Mailing List.  Our periodic newsletter (sent once every month or two) contains news, new products and Mailing List-only coupons and specials!

70. Where are you located?
Our main offices are currently located in Jamison, PA, about 20 miles north of Philadelphia. Our warehouse is located in Plumsteadville, PA. We currently do not have a retail store, nor do we accept walk-in customers or pick-ups at this time.

71. Do you have a local distributor near me?
We do not have any local distributors of our magnets. All sales are through our website www.kjmagnetics.com.

72. Do you have an affiliate program?
Yes, we do. If you have a website and would like to earn commissions for sales generated by your link to our store, please email us for details.

 

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Specials

 

D31-N50 Disc Magnets
3/16" dia. x 1/16"
Small yet Mighty!



BX041-N50 Blocks
1" x 1/4" x 1/16"
Grade N50 Strong!



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