3/16 Inch Nickel Plated Steel Ball NSB3

Product Description

The nsb3 is a 3/16" (0.188" / 4.76 mm) diameter ferrous stainless steel ball with a smooth silver finish. It is not magnetized, but is strongly attracted to magnets, making it useful as a connection point between neodymium magnets and for building magnetic structures, models, and sculptures. Its spherical shape allows magnets to attach from different directions and angles for flexible magnetic assemblies.

The nsb3 ferrous stainless steel ball is designed for use with neodymium magnets to create magnetic structures, sculptures, models, and flexible connections. Its spherical shape allows magnets to attach from many different directions and pivot around the ball, making it useful for building geometric shapes, joints, frameworks, and movable magnetic assemblies. It is a versatile choice for hobbyists, makers, designers, educators, and students creating magnetic art, STEM projects, prototypes, demonstrations, and interactive displays. The nsb3 can also be combined with multiple magnets and steel balls to build simple shapes or more complex three-dimensional structures.

Common Applications

• Magnetic Sculptures & Structures - Building magnetic sculptures and geometric structures. See all magnets for Magnets for Magnetic Sculptures and Art.
• Pivoting Joints & Connections - Creating pivoting magnetic joints and movable connections.
• 3D Magnetic Assemblies - Connecting multiple magnets in three-dimensional assemblies.
• Models & Prototypes - Building models, prototypes, and mechanical projects.
• STEM & Magnetic Demonstrations - Creating STEM experiments and magnetic demonstrations.
• Magnetic Attraction Experiments - Demonstrating magnetic attraction to ferrous materials.
• Games & Puzzles - Building magnetic games, puzzles, and interactive projects.
• Robotics & Articulated Assemblies - Creating robotics and articulated magnetic assemblies.
• Kinetic Art & Displays - Making kinetic art and movable magnetic displays.
• Steel Target Points - Providing steel target points for permanent magnets.
• Magnetic Field Experiments - Experimenting with magnetic structures and field interactions.
• Hobby, Science & DIY Projects - Building custom hobby, science, and DIY projects.

Product Features

• Attracted to Magnets - Ferrous stainless steel construction allows the balls to be strongly attracted to permanent magnets.
• Non-Magnetized Components - Provide a magnetic target or connection point without functioning as permanent magnets themselves.
• Spherical Shape - Uniform round geometry allows the balls to roll, rotate, pivot, and contact magnets from any direction.
• Self-Positioning with Magnets - Spherical surfaces allow attached magnets to move and naturally settle into favorable positions.
• Smooth Metal Surface - Finished stainless steel exterior provides a clean surface for repeated contact with magnets and other components.
• Durable Steel Construction - Solid metal construction withstands repeated handling, contact, and use in magnetic assemblies.