What are the most common applications of neodymium magnets?

Neodymium magnets, also known as NdFeB magnets or rare earth magnets, are some of the strongest types of permanent magnets available. They are made from neodymium, iron, and boron and are known for their strength and durability. There are many different uses for neodymium magnets, including:

• Retail signs and counter displays.
• Trade show booths and staging structures.
• Leather purses, bags, garments and holsters.
• Custom boxes for premium products.
• Presentation folders and scrapbooks.
• Arts, crafts and jewelry.
• Wood doors and cabinets as door latches.
• Health bracelets, bandages and other medical devices.
• Window coverings and blinds.
• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) devices.
• Audio speakers.
• Vacuum cleaners and other motorized household appliances.
• Bicycle dynamos.
• Computer hard drives.
• Wind turbine generators.
• Fishing reel brakes.
• Permanent magnet motors in cordless tools.
• High-performance AC servo motors.
• Traction motors.
• Integrated starter-generators in hybrid and electric vehicles.
• Mechanically powered flashlights, which use magnets to generate electricity from a shaking motion.
• Industrial, educational, scientific and testing/quality control applications such as verifying and maintaining product purity and equipment protection and integrity.
• Linear motors used in mag-lev trains and other motorized model equipment.
• Scientific applications such as diamagnetic levitation experimentation, the study of magnetic field dynamics and superconductor levitation.
• Electro-dynamic bearings.
• Roller coaster and other thrill ride technology.
• Magnet toys.
• Electric guitar pickups.
• Miniature figures and models.

Why are neodymium magnets so popular?

Neodymium magnets are popular because they are extremely strong for their size. They are made from an alloy of neodymium, iron, and boron, which makes them much stronger than other types of magnets. In addition, they are resistant to demagnetization, meaning they are able to retain their magnetic properties for a long period of time. Neodymium magnets are also relatively inexpensive to produce, which has contributed to their popularity.