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Application note

Designing Molded Magnetic Assemblies

A molded magnetic assembly is not just a magnet placed into plastic. The carrier, magnet retention method, molding temperature, adhesive system, magnetization plan, and inspection approach all determine whether the assembly can scale reliably.

Guide

Choose the retention strategy early

Adhesive bonding, insert molding, overmolding, staking, ultrasonic welding, and mechanical capture each carry different risks. The right choice depends on pull-out force, temperature, shock, vibration, field orientation, cosmetic requirements, and tooling economics.

Plan magnetization and inspection together

Some assemblies are easier to mold before magnetization, while others require a pre-magnetized part and careful fixture control. The inspection plan should verify magnet presence, polarity, orientation, position, flux output, and finished assembly dimensions.

Avoid late-stage launch surprises

Programs often run into trouble when the drawing specifies the magnet but not the retention method, assembly environment, validation tests, or allowable magnetic output window. A clear quote package reduces rework and helps align tooling, samples, and production controls.