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               Standards: 
                When choosing your magnet material 
                  remember; the data listed in these tables are for reference only. 
                  U.S. magnetic characteristics have standard tolerances set by the 
                  MMPA (Magnet Manufacturer & Producers Association). These standards 
                  are available upon request. They are the default standard if no 
                  specific standards are stated in a U.S. quotation. MIL-STD, Special 
                Q.C., Certification and BH curves are available upon request.               Machining: 
                  
                Magnet materials are difficult to machine, except Flexible and Bonded, 
                because they are brittle and the dust sticks to everything. To have 
                magnets cut is expensive ($150 minimum set up). To make a mold is 
                expensive ($3500 min.). Designing your application around 
                  an industry standard magnet can SAVE YOU BIG MONEY. You 
                  can normally over design your magnet for your application.   
                In most cases an industry standard magnet, because it is mass produced 
            and stocked, will cost less than the specific magnet you envision.  |