27/06/2022
If you’re looking to find out if stainless steel is magnetic, you will likely find a variety of responses. However, not all stainless steels are magnetic.
20/06/2022
Has your fridge seal started to have issues, if so, you may be worried that your fridge seal has become demagnetised, learn how to remagnitise it now.
09/05/2022
Many customers have questions about magnets and our team of experts are always on hand to help our customers via email, telephone or via messages on social media, but the answers you may be looking for could be right here!
23/06/2021
Ever wondered what our strongest magnets are? A magnets strength is an important factor to consider when browsing for the perfect magnet. So, we have decided to list together the strongest of all of our magnets but if you want to shop the entire range of our strongest magnets all in one place, then follow the link below. Lifting Magnets Our range includes hand controlled and switchable lifting magnets in a variety of strengths ranging from 125kg to 2000kg safe working loads. The range of magnets are all designed to... Read More
17/06/2021
Several customers will contact our team of experts to enquire about what materials will our magnets stick to, as magnets will not stick to all metals. Understanding what metals are magnetic and then learning which metals are best for use in your applications is important. So, here at FIRST4MAGNETS we have decided to show you what magnets will and won’t stick to and explain the reasoning behind these answers. Metals that attract to magnets Metals that naturally attract to magnets are known as ferromagnetic metals; these magnets will firmly stick... Read More
09/06/2021
Anyone working with or near magnets will have been made aware of the many health and safety warnings regarding magnets. One warning has always been that you must keep magnets away from computers, credit cards, and even your phone. So, do magnets pose a threat to phones and other modern technology? If so, what threats do they pose and how strong must a magnet be to damage a phone, and what parts of the device would be susceptible to damage? The whole idea can be traced back to older pieces... Read More
02/06/2021
When considering the ‘strength’ of a magnet there are several key measurements that all contribute to a magnet’s strength in different ways, which can be a little confusing. Also, when trying to determine or measure a magnets strength the answer will be dependent on what is meant by strength be it either the pulling force or magnetic field strength, which are both often referred to as strength. So below we will describe each attribute that contributes to a magnets performance and in turn answer the question how is the strength... Read More
12/05/2021
Shielding a magnet or attempting to block a magnetic field is a subject that several of our customers approach our experts with on a regular basis, so we decided to examine what materials can be used to shield a magnet. Before learning how to shield a magnet it’s important to know that magnetic shielding does not block a magnetic field. No material can stop the lines of flux from travelling from a magnet’s north to its south pole. However, it can be redirected. The simplest example of this would be... Read More
05/05/2021
All magnets have a ‘pull’ rating measured in kilograms which relates to how much force acting perpendicular to the magnet to pull the magnet from a steel plate, when in direct contact. The ‘pull’ rating is obtained and calculated under ideal conditions such as a thick enough steel plate which is perfectly flat and clean. As the pull force is slowly steadily increased and is absolutely perpendicular to the magnet face. However, in real world applications, perfect conditions are unlikely and there are six main factors which could affect and... Read More
28/04/2021
During our construction week here at FIRST4MAGNETS we’ve decide to show you how some of our magnetic products can make your life easier when it comes to working on site. We have a range of products which can help in a variety of ways from helping follow health and safety guidelines to cleaning up your workspace and even just little gadgets to make life easier. Take a look below and find out what product will best help you day to day. Magnetic Sweepers Our range of magnetic sweepers require no... Read More
