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5V Electromagnet (3Kg Holding Force)

5V Electromagnet (3Kg Holding Force)

Discontinued

This compact 5V DC sucker-type electromagnet provides 3kg of holding force at just 1W of power. When energised, the iron core becomes magnetised; when power is removed, the magnetism dissipates quickly. The magnetic polarity can be reversed by swapping the input wires.

Its small size makes it ideal for lightweight locking mechanisms, small-scale automation, and educational projects.

Key Features

  • Holding Force – 3kg
  • Rated Voltage – DC 5V
  • Rated Power – 1W
  • Wire Length – 28cm
  • Reversible Polarity – Swap wires to change magnetic pole orientation
  • Instant On/Off – Magnetic only when powered

Ideal For

  • Lightweight electromagnetic locks and latches
  • Small-scale sorting and pick-and-place
  • Educational demonstrations of electromagnetism
  • Robotics and automation prototyping

Package Contents

  • 1× 5V Electromagnet (3kg holding force)
Note: Holding force is not the same as pick-up weight. Divide by 5–10 for an approximate pick-up capacity (~300–600g). Actual performance depends on the contact surface being flat and the object being ferromagnetic steel. The electromagnet can remain energised long-term when attracted to a surface, but should not be powered continuously with no load attached.
Other sizes available: 5kg, 8kg, 10kg, 15kg, 20kg, 25kg, 30kg, and 35kg.
Maddy, co-founder of Little Bird

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