Hey, I've got a personal project I'm working on and I need a couple of electromagnets. Can anyone recommend a cheap UK supplier that deals with low volume? Strength of the magnet isn't an issue at the moment - I just want to prove a few principles to myself. Small and cheap would be preferable. Thanks for any help.
Hi! I don't know of an electromagnet supplier personally, but RS or Farnell might be a good starting point. I had a quick look on Farnell for electromagnets and they have a decent choice with datasheets available etc.
Thanks Gareth - I've never heard of Farnell before but it seems they have the best selection I've seen so far! Although I hadn't expected the magnets to cost that much, maybe I only need one...
Hi Jamesbeale, For a personal project, it can be pretty cost effective to make your own. All you need is iron, copper wire and a setup for sending current through it. Wrap the iron piece in the copper wire in a coil (looser for weaker magnet, tighter - more turns- for stronger magnet), send electricity through it and voila! Best of luck, Heather and Joe
What kind of machinery we can use for making it ?can we chose compact hydraulic power units for the entire process??
