What is a Neodymium Magnet?
A neodymium magnet is a permanent magnet made from an alloy of neodymium, iron, and boron to form the Nd₂Fe₁₄B tetragonal crystalline structure.
Developed independently in 1984 by General Motors and Sumitomo Special Metals, neodymium magnets are the strongest type of permanent magnet available commercially.
Where Can I Buy Neodymium Magnets In South Africa?
Magnet Store
Address: Unit 4, Kingfisher Park, Ou Paardevlei Rd, Somerset West, Cape Town, 7130, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 3 pm
Phone: +27 21 851 3913
MODERN MAGNETS
Address: Unit 4, Umthombo Business Park, 5 Kelpie St, Glen Austin AH, Midrand, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 3 pm
Phone: +27 11 315 4957
Mechani Mag and African Magnets (Pty) Ltd
Address: 30 Bisset Rd, Hughes, Boksburg, 1459, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 2:30 pm
Phone: +27 11 397 6870
Technical & General Distribution + Magnets 4 U
Address: 93 Milner Rd, Kensington B, Randburg, 2194, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 3 pm
Phone: +27 11 886 4122
Where can I find neodymium magnets at home?
Cabinet closures, duvet covers, hanging art and handbags are among the many household items with powerful neodymium magnets found within. Each magnet can securely keep these products closed over an extended period.
What is another name for a neodymium magnet?
The Neodymium Magnet (also known as NdFeB, NIB or Neomagnet) is the most widely used type of Rare Earth Magnet. It is a permanent magnet that has been made from an alloy of neodymium, iron and boron to form the Nd2Fe14B tetragonal crystalline structure.
How long will neodymium magnets last?
Neodymium magnets are permanent magnets and lose a fraction of their performance every 100 years if maintained within their optimum working conditions.