Coatings & Adhesives of Neodymium Magnets

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Neodymium magnet is also called the NdFeB magnet. The BHmax of this magnet is greater than that of the samarium cobalt magnet. It is also the most commonly used rare earth magnet. Neodymium Magnets are widely used in electronic products, such as hard drives, mobile phones, earphones, and battery-powered tools. In this article, let's take a deeper look at the coatings & adhesives of neodymium magnets.

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The Coatings of Neodymium Magnets

As we know, neodymium magnets are very hard but very brittle. In addition, since neodymium magnets also contain iron, they are easily corroded if they are not coated. Over time, even atmospheric moisture can cause corrosion of uncoated neodymium magnets. If the magnet corrodes, it will weaken and crack. This is why at Stanford Magnets we provide all our customers with three-layer coated magnets (unless otherwise specifically requested). The typical coating for neodymium magnets is a layer of nickel, then a layer of copper, and then another layer of nickel. However, neodymium magnets have many different coatings, including gold, rubber, and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). The coating applied to the raw neodymium magnet depends on its purpose. Potential coatings include:

Nickel-Copper-Nickel (Ni-Cu-Ni)
Rubber
Zinc (Zn)
Nickel (Ni)
Epoxy
Gold (Au)
Tin (Sn)
Titanium (Ti)
Titanium Nitride (TiN)
Parylene C
Everlube
Chrome
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
Nickel-Copper-Nickel, plus Rubber
Zinc, plus Rubber
Nickel-Copper-Nickel, plus Parylene
Nickel-Copper-Nickel, plus PTFE
Tin, plus Parylene
Zinc Chromate
Phosphate Passivation

During the manufacturing process, all the magnets from Stanford Magnets are thoroughly dried to prevent moisture from being trapped under the coating during the coating and electroplating process. If the neodymium magnet remains dry and is not affected by excessive heat, radiation, or strong external magnetic fields, it will not corrode and will maintain its magnetic output for many years. Permanent magnets lose magnetism at a rate of about 5% per 100 years, which means they are not permanent but handled with care, neodymium magnets will retain their magnetism for a long time under proper conditions.

The Adhesives of Neodymium Magnets

With the right adhesive, magnetic and non-magnetic materials can be bonded to other surfaces. A clean and grease-free surface provides the best bonding surface. At Stanford Magnets, we recommend the following adhesives to be used with our neodymium magnets.

1. Araldite Rapid Adhesive

2. Loctite Industrial Strength Adhesive

Conclusion

Thank you for reading our article and we hope it can help you to have a better understanding of the coatings & adhesives of neodymium magnets. If you want to know more about the coating and adhesives of other types of magnets, we would like to advise you to visit Stanford Magnets for more information. As a leading magnet supplier across the world, Stanford Magnets has been involved in R&D, manufacturing, and sales of magnets since the 1990s. It provides customers with high-quality permanent magnets like neodymium magnets, SmCo magnets, AlNiCo magnets, and ferrite magnets (ceramic magnets) at a very competitive price.

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Cathy Marchio

Cathy Marchio is an expert at Stanford Magnets, where she shares her deep knowledge of magnets like Neodymium and Samarium Cobalt. With a background in materials science, Cathy writes articles and guides that make complex topics easier to understand. She helps people learn about magnets and their uses in different industries, making her a key part of the company's success.

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