Choosing the Right Magnet

Here at Apex, we believe it’s important to understand the science behind our magnets and share them with you through “magnet 101s" so you can make an informed decision for your next project. Our next “magnet 101” is diving into one necessary element of neodymium magnets— magnetization direction. Essentially, neodymium magnets are formed with a specific magnetization direction depending on their shape to ensure they’re as strong as possible. Let’s dive deeper into what magnetization direction is and why it’s important! Continue reading →

When you head to a product page on our website, you may be surprised to find that there’s a lot of information to sort through! There are three tabs on each product page — “main details,” “more information,” and “product attachments.”  Below, we’ll go through what you can find in each of these tabs— and if you need to know anything else, we’re happy to try to help via phone or email!  Continue reading →

At Apex Magnets, our customers are our main priority. That’s why we’re transparent, update them on important magnet news, and strive to offer fair prices. We believe it is beneficial to both of us.  Currently, the raw materials we use to make magnets, such as neodymium and cobalt, are very volatile. Because of this, our costs have increased over the last few months at a significant rate. That said, we are doing our best to keep pricing fair for you and your end-users.  Continue reading →

Samarium-cobalt magnets, also known as SmCo magnets, are an alloy made of two basic elements: samarium and cobalt. SmCo magnets are a type of permanent and rare earth magnet that is available in a wide range of sizes, shapes, etc. They are generally weaker than neodymium earth magnets, but they have additional properties that make them advantageous, such as high heat resistance. Due to their benefits, samarium cobalt magnets have become increasingly popular. In fact, the samarium-cobalt magnet industry was estimated by IMARC Group to have reached a value of $498 million in 2019, with China accounting for 71% of total consumption. Continue reading →

Is your company looking to place a custom order with Apex Magnets? We offer customized magnet solutions to clients domestically and all over the world. We also offer many sizes and shapes (within certain parameters) for our business customers and provide a quote free of charge with no obligation to purchase.  In order to get a quote fast and prevent any hold-ups, we will walk you through the process of submitting a custom order form and provide tips on what to include for each section. The more specifics you provide, the easier it is for us to provide your quote.  Continue reading →

Apex alone offers about 670 sizes and shapes of magnets – and each geometric variant has unique benefits, so how are you to choose? The truth is, many magnets can be used for many things — isn’t that what makes them so great? With that said, we can offer some guidance to help you in your decision for you to get the most bang for your buck and offer you the easiest application.  Continue reading →

Sometimes it’s good to get back to the basics! Everything you need to know about handling and using magnets is in this handy guide — be sure to “bookmark” it to refer back anytime!  Continue reading →

Our magnets come in all shapes and sizes — from common discs and bars to lesser known arc and retrieving magnets. If you take a look at our category section, you may be wondering what the “other shapes” category includes? Here’s a quick reference sheet of our “other shapes” category and ways you can use them.   Continue reading →

At Apex Magnets, we have supplied thousands of businesses, industrial, and institutional clients within the United States and globally. Regardless of the location of your business, we are here to help with your magnet needs and guide you through the process of purchasing magnets. Our goal is to simplify the process of purchasing magnets to allow for easy business applications. One way we do this is by offering magnets in metric sizes and inch measurements. With most of the world's population using the metric system and all countries using it for scientific use, we offer a wide-range of magnets in metric sizes and inch measurements to make conducting business easier.  Continue reading →

Reed switches are electromagnetic switches operated by an applied magnetic field. They are made from two or more ferrous reeds that are sealed into a glass tube filled with inert gas. The ferrous reeds inside the glass tube do not touch unless there is an applied magnetic field attracting them. When the ferrous reeds are in contact because of an applied magnetic field, electricity can flow around the circuit which allows the device to operate.   Continue reading →

Purchasing magnets for your business can be an overwhelming task, especially if you do not know which magnets could be useful. Whether you already know or not, Apex Magnets is here to help! We have supplied business, industrial, and institutional clients within the U.S. and globally. With our expertise, we can offer recommendations and simplify the selection process for you.  Continue reading →

Tis’ the season of online shopping, making many purchases, and sometimes, when necessary, returns and exchanges. If you’ve made a magnet purchase for your business but need to return or exchange your order, it’s important to know the proper protocol. Continue reading →

If you want to mail a magnetic Christmas or holiday-themed card to your family—the ones with the magnetic backing you can stick up on your refrigerator – rest assured that it’s safe to do! There is little to no risk involved in mailing these refrigerator cards across the country. That said, if you’re thinking of shipping more powerful magnets this holiday season, be aware: they can cause damage if not properly mailed.  Continue reading →

While it’s great that magnets can offer incredible strength, the more powerful the magnet, the more careful you need to be when handling it. Here at Apex, we have a wide range of strength levels and magnet types so we want to make sure you know our recommended best practices for all of them. Before you put your new magnets to use, check out this roundup of magnet safety tips! Continue reading →

Are you in the process of selecting a magnet vendor? If so, you’re probably looking into things like quality and availability of raw materials. You’re determining your choices, perhaps making some calls, and narrowing down the list. But what about additional selling points like price or customer service? As a companion to our previous guide for purchasing managers (which covers product details based on intended use), we’ve compiled a resource to help make your job a little easier. People who research Apex know we have high-quality products, but in this blog, let’s dive into price and customer-service. Continue reading →

We can’t be the only ones who have wondered what happens to magnets when they’re put in abnormal circumstances. If you agree, or if you hadn’t thought of it, we’re sharing our findings with you so you don’t have to be kept up at night thinking about them.  Continue reading →

Here at Apex, we have tons of options for when you want to get creative — just take a look at our magnets for crafts section of the blog! You’ll be busy for weeks. One craft that’s often overlooked is the art of jewelry making. Whether you’re a beginner looking for some inspiration on how to get started or you’re a pro looking for your next project, here’s a look into two of our most popular clasp options and when to use them in your jewelry making process.  Continue reading →

If you’re wondering whether you need a customized magnet from Apex, or if perhaps there is an existing in-stock product that suits your needs, this is the blog for you. What we can tell you is that your original question — Should I go custom? — begets more questions. No matter which direction you choose — to customize or not to customize — we can help you determine and make your next move.  Continue reading →

With so many different types of magnets available, it’s good to know the differences between the types, and what they can all be used for. When looking at arc magnets, many think that with their curved shape, these magnets are only used by specialists. However, they’re actually widely used in electric motors and generators. Below, we're covering arc magnets and...

While changing size is one way to affect a magnet’s strength, shopping for larger magnets can get expensive if you’re using a lot of them. That’s why it’s important to understand what you’re actually buying, as choosing the right pull force can get you the best bang for your buck when it comes to magnet shopping!  What Is Pull Force? ...

Here at Apex, we have a lot of products. While that’s a great thing, we’ve heard your feedback about it being difficult to find the products you need. That’s why we created our popular grid size feature, available on our website. Here, you’re able to search all of our popular neodymium magnets in one handy chart. Search by magnet type...

If you’re responsible for procuring magnets for your business, you should have a basic understanding of the variables that impact magnetic strength. Why? Because magnetic strength affects safety, reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. To help you meet your responsibilities and choose the best possible product for your application, we put together this quick and easy guide to magnet strength. Part One...

As purchasing manager, it is your primary responsibility to select the highest quality products for your business – goods that are safe, reliable, and efficient. Secondarily, your aim is to be as cost effective as possible. In order to meet these goals, you need a keen understanding of your business’s unique goals. If you are looking to acquire magnets for your business, you can trust Apex to be detail-oriented, fully available when you need our expertise, and open to creative problem-solving. We work with managers to identify the most appropriate product for your situation, but before you move forward with your purchase, there are some details you should consider. Continue reading →

If you visit our website, you may notice that it looks a little different. That’s because, over the past sixteen years, we’ve made it our mission at Apex Magnets to provide our customers with the best service as possible. As a result of the feedback we’ve received from our loyal customers, we redesigned our website to make it as simple and accessible as possible. While it has the same basic look as before, the design is much cleaner and the site is easier than ever to navigate. We’ve also incorporated the newest e-commerce technology for quick shopping and even quicker checkout! Continue reading →