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Scrap heap magnets are basically electromagnets. Electromagnets are simply wire coils usually would around an iron core. When connected to a DC voltage or current source, the electromagnet becomes energized, creating a magnetic field just like a permanent magnet. The magnetic flux density is proportional to the magnitude of the current flowing in the wire of the electromagnet.
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∙ 9y agoScrap heap magnets are by far the most efficient way to move conductive metals around. Instead of having to bind up bundles of scrap, the large magnet can simply grab the metals, move them and then release the magnet in a new location.
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∙ 12y agowhen you press the on button the current flows through the wire to the coils wrapped around core (magnetic material) this makes a magnet and the energy and the core makes a magnetic feild.
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∙ 16y agoAre they made out of wood? No. Do they look like flying saucers? Yes. How about adding a few more words to your question?
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∙ 13y agoScrap yards would use an electromagnet.
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Can scrap heap magnets pick up cobalt?
Yes, a scrap heap magnet works in the exact same way as a normal magnet but on a large scale. Iron, Cobalt and Nickel are all magnetic elements.
What can a scrap heap magnet do?
A scrap heap magnet can attract heavy and large objects like cars lorrys metal chairs and many more thing but they have to be madeout of iron, cobalt, nickel or steel well sometime depending on what metals or used to make it. == ==
What metals does an electromagnet in a scrap heap attract?
A scrap heap magnet is an electromagnet, therefore whilst it is on, it can attract any magnets and metal objects with any Nickel, Cobalt and Gadolinium in them. Hope that answered your question ^.^
How exactly does scrap heap metal work i need it for my cience homework would be grate if you could include how i can increase the strength thanks?
welll a scrap heat metal magnet works because it has an electromagnet inside it. The electromagenet has a soft iron core (so that when it can be turned on and off), a coil of wire with lots of turns (to increase the strength of the magnet), and the voltage is very high( also to increase strength.
Where can you find scrap heap magnets?
Rap a metal rod in electric wire
What can move on a scrap heap magnet?
well basically anthing that is made out of metal and steel, will move on a scrap heap magnet.
Does steel attract a scrap heap magnet?
A scrap heap magnet attracts steel - but not steel with a high chromium or nickel content
What magnet is used for scrap heap magnet?
They are used everyday to move scrap iron around the scrap yard...
How can the strength of a scrap heap magnet vary?
The strength of a scrap heap magnet vary depending on the strength of the current or number of "turns" in its primary coil. Increasing either or both of these makes the magnet stronger.
How a scrap heap magnet works by using a picture?
With your MIND.
Can scrap heap magnets pick up cobalt?
Yes, a scrap heap magnet works in the exact same way as a normal magnet but on a large scale. Iron, Cobalt and Nickel are all magnetic elements.
What metals are attacted by a scrap heap magnet?
A magnet is attracted by metals containing iron in their makeup, primarily steel.
Described simply how the scrap heap magnet works?
the magnet is just a large iron disk that, when activated will become magnetic. this is used for picking up objects
What doesnt a scrap heap metal magnet attract?
Anything without iron in it, and some iron alloys such as stainless steel.
What materials can a scrap heap magnet attract?
Mostly Ferrous metals (alloys containing iron) but also Nickel, Cobalt and Gadolinium.
What can't a scrap heap magnet do?
pick up aluminum, copper, brass, plastics, cardboard, etc. (non-ferrous material)
What does a circuit diagram for a scrap heap magnet looks like?
The cicuit at first is all conected when it is turned on then the person driving the machine will turn the engine off and the circuit will disconnect causeing the magnet not to keep hold of the metal.
