Neodymium Countersunk Block Magnets

What are countersunk block magnets?

Countersunk block magnets are ideal for signage, woodworking, and cabinet making as well as for creating magnetic fasteners, latches, and closures.

Neodymium block magnets can be utilized for attaching components in everything from scale models to large heavy-duty commercial equipment. They can also be used to secure signs and banners to retail, trade-show and workplace displays, and as closure mechanisms.

Countersunk block magnets tend to be fragile! It is important to not over tighten the screw to avoid breaking them. With that said, we do not generally recommend using a drill to install these magnets. If you need tougher countersunk block magnets, take a look at our channel magnets. These magnets are encased in a steel channel which protects them from breaking as easily.   

You'll often see countersunk block magnets used around the home and office to hang tools/knifes, secure tarps to boats, cars, mowers, motorcycles, bicycles, building materials and other outdoor, sports or gardening supplies and equipment.

Countersunk Block Magnets: North vs South Pole

Countersunk block magnets can either be countersunk on their north pole or on their south pole.

If a magnet is countersunk on its north pole, then the flat side is the south pole and the depressed side is the north pole. On the other hand, if a magnet is countersunk on the south pole, the south pole of the magnet is the depressed side and the north pole is the flat side.

When two countersunk block magnets are placed near together, they will only attract one another if they are paired properly. This means that a countersunk magnet with its north pole facing up will only draw a countersunk magnet with its south pole facing up, and vice versa. When two countersunk magnets with the same polarity pointing up are brought together, they will repel rather than draw one another.