NdFeB magnets (aka Neodymium magnets), is the third generation of rare earth magnets, which are composed of Neodymium, Iron, Boron and a few transition metals. They have high remanence,high coercive force, high energy product, and high performance /cost. Currently NdFeB magnets are the strongest magnets available in the world.
Manufacturing Process
Neodymium, Iron, Boron and a few transition metals will be made into the NdFeB powder, then fine NdFeB powder will be compacted in a die and sintered, fusing thepowder into a solid material. There are 2 forms of pressing: die pressing and isostatic pressing. Sintered parts normally need some finish machining in order to meet final tolerances.
Machining & Tolerance
Generally, NdFeB magnets must be machined using diamond-grinding techniques. Sometimes, machining operations may be performed on NdFeB materials using carbide tools, but surface finishes thus obtained may be less than optimal. The Standard tolerances for NdFeB magnets are +/- 0.1mm for ground dimensions, but sticter tolerances are possible if specially required.
Surface treatments
The corrosion resistance of NdFeB magnets is considered poor. Surface coating or plating is therefore highly recommended for NdFeB magnets. All kinds of surface coating are available, like Nickel, Zn, Ni-Cu-Ni, Gold, Silver, Sn, Chrome. We also applied special surface protection to NdFeB magnets, like ABS coating, Rubber coating, PTFE(Telfon) coating, stainless steel case, etc.