Ferrite Magnets- A powdered mixture if strontium carbonate and iron is injected into either a wet press dry press of forming. During this pressing process, a magnetic field is applied in the direction of preferred magnetization to orient the material and increase the magnet’s performance potential. This magnet is considered “ oriented”. If bit exposed to a magnetic field at time of formation, it is called “non-oriented” (Isotropic). After the molding process, the material is sintered at about 1010°C. This process is similar to that of kilting ferrite pottery, thus the popular name “ferrite” magnet. Lastly, the magnet is finish – ground to size with a diamond – bladed grinding wheel, magnetized, and inspected for shipment.

	High intrinsic coercive force.
	Tooling is expensive.
	Least expensive material compared to alnico and rare earth magnets.
	Limited to simple shapes due to manufacturing process.
	Lower service temperature than alnico, greater than rare earth
	Finishing requires diamond cutting or grinding wheel