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Electromagnets are devices that generate a magnetic field by applying an electric current. They consist of a coil of wire wound around a core material, which becomes magnetized when an electric current flows through the wire.
There are mainly two types of electromagnets, and both models can be picked up in our Standard Magnets inventories:
TDCC: When electricity is on, the electro-magnet becomes magnetized
TDDC: When electricity is on, the electro-magnet becomes unmagnetized
Magnetstek Engineering manufactures and supplies both kinds of electromagnets. Feel free to Contact Us to choose or customize an electromagnet.
The coil, typically made of copper wire, is wound around a core material. The wire serves as a conductor for the electric current.
The core material enhances the magnetic field strength generated by the electromagnet. Typical core materials include iron, steel, or other ferrous materials.
An external power source, usually a direct current (DC) power supply, provides the electric current needed to energize the coil and generate the magnetic field.
Electromagnets are used in magnetic lifters to lift and move ferrous materials. They are also employed in sorting systems for separating ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
In industries such as mining and recycling, electromagnets are utilized in magnetic separators to remove ferrous contaminants from materials.
Electromagnets play a crucial role in electric motors and generators, generating magnetic fields to produce motion (in motors) or induce electrical currents (in generators).
In medical applications, strong electromagnets are used in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) machines to generate detailed images of the internal structures of the human body.
Electromagnets are employed in magnetic locks and door closures for secure and controlled access in various applications.
