Thursday, February 3, 2011

Magnets Rare Earth

It is not surprising that the elements in the periodic table chemically produce unparalleled compounds for many uses. In the mid 1960s, it was found through military research that the Rare Earth metals that comprise the table were discovered to be of the highest levels of magnetic property. Simply put, the incredible metals that create Rare Earth magnets are said to be the strongest permanent magnets on the market. So much so, that injury can result from mishandling or improper use, mostly from possible corrosion or break down. These magnets are coated for safety, and are popular for their strength and durability. Magnets Rare Earth.




Although the name "rare earth" would imply differently, mostly due to the commonality of the components, as opposed to their rarity referenced in their namesake, the name is more of a reflection of particles component value, and the difficulty level in application process. "Rare" in this case is coined to reflect the rawness of the components, as opposed to their difficulty in finding. Combining a neodymium-based alloy, boron and iron, creates a strong, safe magnetic property. Another popular option, also the first of the rare magnets created, is the samarium-cobalt magnet. Although weaker in composition, and comprised through higher manufacturing rates, this magnet is more expensive to purchase, yet much more common in retail fields. Unlike its "electromagnetic" brethren, which is an implied word for use of rare earth magnets, and thereby much, much stronger.





Many of the things we use in our day to day lives include Magnets rare earth. Speakers, motors, bicycle parts, computer hardware, air conditioners, refrigerators, all the way down to fishing reels, are just some of the items dependent on the rare earth technology. The health care industry uses the rare earth technology for MRI machines, creating magnetic imagery for whole body examination, inside and out. Not fun enough? Trains and roller coasters that operate on magnetic levels rely on the mobility applications rare earth magnets are applied to. Think of the technology's usage next time you are using a self-powered flashlight, or LED for art projects, or when using a cordless tool. It is not just for overly powerful refrigerator magnets. It is an evolution of using the materials already available from the earth. Magnets Rare Earth.




It is not just large companies who employ this innovative technology; it is individuals too. Magnets rare earth can be sold in single units, or in packs. As popularity increases, some are taking to at home creations, by gathering instructions on grinding alloy, jet milling, melting, molding, shaping and finalizing - all the way through the protective coating stage - to create their very own rare earth magnets. Try it at home, or research the chemical periodic table to see what other components comprise Magnets Rare Earth.