Polymer-Bonded Magnets Are Lighter And More Cost Effective

Using a technology that embeds rare earth metallic powder in a polymer matrix during the manufacturing process, a new line of polymer-bonded magnets combines attractive magnetic properties with superior shaping capabilities. Among other advantages of these magnets are lighter weight, unlimited magnet lengths and, in many cases, improved cost effectiveness due to net-shape manufacturing. The magnets give design engineers a greater variety of design options when creating complex magnet shapes. Potential applications for polymer-bonded magnets include permanent magnet motors, generators and sensor devices. ELECTRON ENERGY CORP., Landisville, PA. (800) 824-2735.