Horseshoe U-Shape Magnet 100mm

Horseshoe U-shape Magnet 100mm Length and Red Color

• U Shape Magnet
• Color: Red
• Weight: 85 gm
• Size: 100mmx10mmx5mm
• Mark: N & S
• Power: Medium Strong
• Made in India

A Horseshoe U-shape magnet, typically referred to as a horseshoe magnet, is a magnet that is shaped like a horseshoe, with two poles (north and south) and a curved shape resembling a “U”. These magnets are often made from materials such as iron, steel, or alloys like alnico (aluminum-nickel-cobalt) or neodymium.

The horseshoe shape of the magnet concentrates the magnetic field between the two poles, making it stronger and more efficient compared to a simple bar magnet with the same magnetic material. This design is commonly used in various applications, including:

1. Education: Horseshoe magnets are frequently used in science classrooms to demonstrate magnetic principles and conduct experiments.

2. Lifting and Holding: They can be used to lift and hold magnetic materials, such as iron filings, nails, or other ferrous objects.

3. Compasses: Historically, horseshoe magnets were used in compasses to help determine direction by aligning with the Earth’s magnetic field.

4. Motors and Generators: In some applications, horseshoe magnets are used within motors and generators to create magnetic fields essential for their operation.

5. Magnetic Separation: They are employed in industries such as mining and recycling to separate magnetic materials from non-magnetic ones.

When purchasing a horseshoe magnet, the size is often specified in terms of its length or height. A 100mm horseshoe magnet would have a length of approximately 100 millimeters, although variations in dimensions may occur depending on the specific manufacturer and design.