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Calculation of Magnetic Field on Central Axis of Single Magnet

The intensity of the magnetic field on the central axis of single magnets such as ferrite and rare-earth magnets whose demagnetization curve be approximated by a straight line is found as follows.

1. Cylindrical magnet (Fig. 4-1)

The magnetic field intensity on the central axis at point B at any distance from the end face of a cylindrical magnet whose diameter is D and length (in the direction of magnetization) L is indicated by the symbol H(p).

2. Bar magnet (Fig. 4-2)

The magnetic field intensity on the axis of a bar magnet whose cross section is A×B and length (in the direction of magnetization) L is to be indicated by the symbol H(p).


By assuming P = -2/L, the Hd of the single magnet is found in each above. In this way the permeance coefficient is determined.

3. Hollow cylindrical magnet (Fig. 4-3)

The magnetic field intensity on the central axis of a hollow cylindrical magnet whose outside diameter is Do, inside diameter Di and length (in the direction of magnetization) L is indicated by the symbol H(p).

The magnetic field intensity is found by assuming P = -L/2
When two magnets of identical shape are placed opposite each other at a distance of 2P, the void central magnetic field intensity (Bg) is twice the value of H(p) in each of the above cases.
Also, the permeance of a single magnet is expressed in the following graphs :

Measuring Methods

Measuring methods for the magnetic characteristics of magnets are illustrated below.

1. Demagnetization curve (B-H curve)

2. Surface magnetic flux density

3. Magnetic flux volume

Examples of Magnetization

Various magnetization processes are available to meet application requirements.
Inquiries about special processes are most welcome.
For simple N and S magnetization hollow coils and electromagnets are useful.
For multiple magnetization or magnetization patterns of typical magnetization yokes are shown below