powerful magnets for jigs and holddowns
Highdesertwoodworker
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Is the key word when looking for powerful magnets for jigs and holddowns “rare earth” magnets?
I have seen magnetic holddowns to cast iron surfaces that is quite strong.
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Yes, rare earth magnets generally are stronger than other types, but strength varies within the rare earth category. There are two types of rare earth magnets: Neodymium and samarium-cobalt. Of these the Neodymium are generally stronger, but also vary. Better suppliers will include an "N" rating, like N42. Larger numbers are stronger, in terms of magnetic force.
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