Unipole or single-pole radial ring magnets stand out as fascinating and highly specialized magnets. They are designed to serve a specific purpose. Among these, In this post, we’ll explore the unique properties and applications of these intriguing magnets.

The Specialties of Unipole Radial Ring Magnets
Radially magnetized magnets are a unique type of magnet. Unlike regular ring magnets, which have a north and south pole on their flat surfaces, radially magnetized ring magnets have a magnetic field that runs in a circular or radial pattern within the ring. This is achieved by aligning the magnetic domains in a radial direction.
At first, these magnets might seem like standard ring magnets, but their real difference is in the way they’re magnetized. Unipole radial ring magnets, as the name suggests, have just one magnetic pole on the inner diameter, while the outer diameter acts as the opposite pole. This special unipolar setup makes them different and opens up many possibilities for uses that regular magnets can’t handle.
The Concept of Unipole Radial Ring Magnets Explained
Specifications for Unipole Radial Ring Magnets
The specifications for unipolar radial ring magnets can vary significantly based on the specific application and design requirements. Here is a general range for these dimensions:
- Outer Diameter (OD): Depending on various clients’ requirements, the OD sizes range from a few millimeters (e.g., 2-3 mm) to several inches (e.g., up to 6 inches or more).
- Inner Diameter (ID): The inner diameter is about a few millimeters smaller than the outer diameter.
- Height (H): From 0.5 mm to Several millimeters, such as 10 mm.

We can custom manufacture radially magnetized ring magnets according to your needs. Since there will be a non-recurring tooling cost, we recommend that you buy samples from our existing stock of radial ring magnets if the size is close to your requirements.
Applications of Unipole Radial Ring Magnet
Their unique characteristic has several intriguing implications and applications:
Precision Positioning: When it comes to precise positioning in rotary encoders, unipolar radial ring magnets shine. Their unipolar design allows for accurate and consistent feedback, crucial in applications requiring precision, such as robotics and automation. They are instrumental in ensuring precise control in CNC machines, where accurate positioning is vital for manufacturing processes.
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Unipole Radial Ring Magnets in Our Stock
| S/N | Code | Material | OD (mm) | ID (mm) | H (mm) | Magnetization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | R50-N | NdFeB N52 | 60 | 50 | 10 | Inner N Outer S |
| 2 | R50-S | NdFeB N52 | 60 | 50 | 10 | Inner S Outer N |
| 3 | R475-N | NdFeB N52 | 63 | 47.5 | 30 | Inner N Outer S |
| 4 | R475-S | NdFeB N52 | 63 | 47.5 | 30 | Inner S Outer N |
| 5 | R38-10-N | NdFeB N52 | 50 | 38 | 10 | Inner N Outer S |
| 6 | R38-10-S | NdFeB N52 | 50 | 38 | 10 | Inner S Outer N |
| 7 | R38-30-N | NdFeB N52 | 50 | 38 | 30 | Inner N Outer S |
| 8 | R38-30-S | NdFeB N52 | 50 | 38 | 30 | Inner S Outer N |
| 9 | R36-N | NdFeB N52 | 40 | 36 | 10 | Inner N Outer S |
| 10 | R36-S | NdFeB N52 | 40 | 36 | 10 | Inner S Outer N |
| 11 | R30-N | NdFeB N52 | 40 | 30 | 10 | Inner N Outer S |
| 12 | R30-S | NdFeB N52 | 40 | 30 | 10 | Inner S Outer N |
| 13 | R25-10-N | NdFeB N52 | 34.8 | 25 | 10 | Inner N Outer S |
| 14 | R25-10-S | NdFeB N52 | 34.8 | 25 | 10 | Inner S Outer N |
| 15 | R25-15-N | NdFeB N52 | 30 | 25 | 15 | Inner N Outer S |
| 16 | R25-15-S | NdFeB N52 | 30 | 25 | 15 | Inner S Outer N |
| 17 | R18-10-N | NdFeB N52 | 28 | 18 | 10 | Inner N Outer S |
| 18 | R18-10-S | NdFeB N52 | 28 | 18 | 10 | Inner S Outer N |
| 19 | R18-05-N | NdFeB N52 | 28 | 18 | 5 | Inner N Outer S |
| 20 | R18-05-S | NdFeB N52 | 28 | 18 | 5 | Inner S Outer N |
| 21 | R23-N | NdFeB N52 | 27 | 23 | 5 | Inner N Outer S |
| 22 | R23-S | NdFeB N52 | 27 | 23 | 5 | Inner S Outer N |
| 23 | R121-N | NdFeB N52 | 20.1 | 12.1 | 2.5 | Inner N Outer S |
| 24 | R121-S | NdFeB N52 | 20.1 | 12.1 | 2.5 | Inner S Outer N |
| 25 | R12-N | NdFeB N52 | 18 | 12 | 10 | Inner N Outer S |
| 26 | R12-S | NdFeB N52 | 18 | 12 | 10 | Inner S Outer N |
| 27 | R13-N | NdFeB N52 | 17 | 13 | 5 | Inner N Outer S |
| 28 | R13-S | NdFeB N52 | 17 | 13 | 5 | Inner S Outer N |
Radial Ring Magnets Supplier - Tengye
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FAQ
What’s the smallest unipolar radially magnetized ring magnet that can be produced?
The smallest unipolar radial ring magnet we can produce has an OD of 10 mm, an ID of 4 mm, and the maximum height in this case is 5 mm. The height of a unipolar radially magnetized ring magnet cannot exceed half of its outer diameter.

