Isotropic SmFeN bonded magnets

Isotropic SmFeN bonded magnets

Daido’s SmFeN bonded magnets

Isotropic Sm-Fe-N bonded magnets are composed of the magnetic powder and binder.
The magnetic powder which has polycrystalline, nanostructure is made by a rapid-quenching method, followed by nitriding.
Among isotropic bonded magnets, it has the world’s highest level of magnetic properties, and has excellent corrosion resistance and thermal stability.

Font Size

Characteristics of Isotropic SmFeN bonded magnets

  • Highest (BH)max among isotropic bonded magnets: ~112kJ/m3 (compression molded magnet)
  • High corrosion resistance: Does not require coating in typical usage environment
  • High thermal stability: 
       Temperature coefficient of Br, α -0.06 ~ -0.07% /℃ (23 ~ 120℃)
  • Long-term thermal stability: Superior to Nd-Fe-B bonded magnets
  • Injection molding: 
        Available with PPS (polyphenylene sulfide) which has excellent heat and chemical resistance.
  • Magnetizability: Requires higher magnetic fields than Nd-Fe-B bonded magnets
  • Isotropic → Can be magnetized in any direction, realize flux paths with high permeance.
  • Lower supply risk of raw materials (HREE-free, use of surplus rare earth – Sm)

Characteristic field comparison of Isotropic bonded magnets (Daido Steel Group)

Characteristic field comparison of Isotropic bonded magnets (Daido Steel Group)

Evaluation of long-term thermal stability of isotropic bonded magnets *1

Evaluation of long-term thermal stability of isotropic bonded magnets
*1  Compression molded magnets, 150 ℃, Rate of change after 1 hour exposure
  (Sample size: Φ10 mm x t7mm , no coating)

Production process of  isotropic SmFeN bonded magnets

Manufacturing and sales of isotropic SmFeN magnet powder, compound (powder with resin), and molded bonded magnets (compression molding and injection molding) by Daido Steel Group.

Production process of  isotropic SmFeN bonded magnets

Compression molded isotoropic SmFeN bonded magnets

Magnetic, physical, and mechanical properties

To meet the increasing demands for high heat resistance, we have been newly introduced the high coercivity type.
We will continue to expand our lineup to meet customers' needs.

unit Compression molded isotropic SmFeN bonded magnets
High coercivity type
SP-12R
Standard type
SP-14
Remanence
Br
mT
(kG)
710 ~ 770
(7.1 ~ 7.7)
750 ~ 820
(7.5 ~ 8.2)
Coercivity
HcB
kA/m
(kOe)
470 ~ 530
(5.9 ~ 6.7)
450 ~ 520
(5.7 ~ 6.5)
Intrinsic coercivity
HcJ
kA/m
(kOe)
980 ~ 1,210
(12.3 ~ 15.2)
670 ~ 800
(8.4 ~ 10.1)
Maximum energy product
(BH)max
kJ/m3
(MGOe)
86 ~ 99
(10.8 ~ 12.4)
98 ~ 112
(12.3 ~ 14.1)
Recoil permeability
μrec
- 1.10 ~ 1.15 1.15 ~ 1.20
Temperature coefficient of Br,
α (23 ~ 120 ℃)
%/℃ -0.06 -0.07
Density, ρ kg/m3 5,800 ~ 6,400 5,800 ~ 6,400
Thermal Expansion Coefficient 10-6/℃
(20 ~ 100℃)
12.6 12.6
Flexural Strength MPa
(kgf/mm2)
52
(5.3)
52
(5.3)
Bending Elastic Modulus MPa
(kgf/mm2)
10,800
(1,100)
10,800
(1,100)
Ring Crushing Strength MPa
(kgf/mm2)
54
(5.5)
54
(5.5)

※Notes※

  • The data in this tabel is obtained from Daido's standard test pieces and are not guaranteed values.
  • These values may vary depending on the magnet shape, dimensions, test conditions and equipment. It is recommended that the values be verified in actual products.
  • Guaranteed values may be set up for specific shape and sizes by consultation.
  • The contents of data are subject to change without prior notice.

Demagnetization curves

Demagnetization curves

Demagnetization curves at elevated temperatures Demagnetization curves (23 ~ 150℃)

Demagnetization curves at elevated temperatures  of Compression molded bonded magnets Demagnetization curves (23 ~ 150 ℃)
Demagnetization curves at elevated temperatures  of Compression molded bonded magnets Demagnetization curves (23 ~ 150 ℃)

Corrosion resistance: High temperature and high humidity test 80 ℃ x 95 % RH x 300 hrs

Appearance of SmFeN magnet (SP-14) shows no change even after exposure to high temperature and high humidity.

SmFeN bonded magnets SP-14(Compression molded magnets)
SmFeN bonded magnets
SP-14(Compression molded magnets)
NdFeB bonded magnets (Compression molded magnets)
NdFeB bonded magnets
(Compression molded magnets)

Corrosion resistance: Immersion test (Rate of change after 1 hour immersed in 70 ℃ water) *2

Immersion test (Rate of change after 1 hour immersed in 70 ℃ water)
*2 Compression molded bonded magnets, no coating, Sample size: Φ10 mm x t7 mm

Injection molded isotropic SmFeN bonded magnets

Magnetic, physical, and mechanical properties

With an optimized PPS (polyphenylene sulfide) resin and kneading conditions, highest (BH)max for isotropic bonded injection molded magnets is achieved: ~ 56 kJ/m3  (7MGOe)

unit Injection molded isotropic SmFeN bonded magnets
SPI-6LR SPI-7LR
Remanence
Br
mT
(kG)
480 ~ 560
(4.8 ~ 5.6)
540 ~ 620
(5.4 ~ 6.2)
Coercivity
HcB
kA/m
(kOe)
302 ~ 366
(3.8 ~ 4.6)
335 ~ 400
(4.2 ~ 5.0)
Intrinsic coercivity
HcJ
kA/m
(kOe)
612 ~ 788
(7.7 ~ 9.9)
620 ~ 796
(7.8 ~ 10.0)
Maximum energy product
(BH)max
kJ/m3
(MGOe)
38 ~ 50
(4.8 ~ 6.3)
49 ~ 60
(6.2 ~ 7.5)
Recoil permeability
μrec
- 1.10 ~ 1.20 1.10 ~ 1.20
Temperature coefficient of Br,
α (23 ~ 120℃)
% /℃ -0.07 -0.08
Density, ρ kg/m3 4,600 ~ 5,100 5,000 ~ 5,500
Thermal Expansion Coefficient 10-6/℃
(30 ~ 100℃)
MD : 16
TD : 20
MD : 16
TD : 20
Flexural Strength MPa
(kgf/mm2)
60
(6.1)
47
(4.8)
Bending Elastic Modulus MPa
(kgf/mm2)
24,800
(2,500)
26,900
(2,700)
Ring Crushing Strength MPa
(kgf/mm2)
84
(8.6)
60
(6.1)
Hardness HRM 96 95
Tensile Strength MPa
(kgf/mm2)
38
3.9
31
3.2
Tensile Elastic Modulus MPa
(kgf/mm2)
22,000
2,244
24,000
2,448

※Notes※

  • The data in this tabel is obtained from Daido's standard test pieces and are not guaranteed values.
  • These values may vary depending on the magnet shape,dimensions, test conditions and equipment. It is recommended that the values be verified in actual products.
  • Guaranteed values may be set up by consultation for specific shape and sizes.
  • The contents of data are subject to change without prior notice.

Demagnetization curves

SPI-6LR
SPI-7LR

Inquiries about Isotropic bonded SmFeN magnets

[Magnetic powder, Compound]

[Bonded magnets]