A linear motor features copious neodymium magnets in its stationary part, also known as permanent magnet track. This linear motor magnet track usually come in both U-channel and planar forms. Basically, magnet tracks are straightened or unrolled version of a common rotary permanent magnet stator.
Nearly all direct drive linear motors in commerical applications use sintered neodymium magnets thanks to their high flux density.
U-channel & Planar linear motor magnet track
U-shaped linear motor magnet track
track with stainless steel magnet cover
planar magnet track
Applications of direct drive linear motor magnet track
Semiconductor industry
FPD industry
CNC machine
Maglev (magnetic levitation), etc.
Using licensed NdFeB magnet in linear motor stationary assembly
To avoid future potential litigation, companies who sell their products containing NdFeB magnets to North America or Japan usually require Hitachi licensed neodymium magnets to be used in their assemblies. In China, there are eight Hitachi authorized NdFeB manufacturers in total. Our strategic partnership with some of these authorized NdFeB manufacturers allows us to source licensed magnets flexibly even in low volume and sell magnetic assemblies compliant with the local law.
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