Many people wonder if leaving a magnet attached to iron for a long time will weaken the magnet's magnetic properties. Today, we'll briefly discuss this issue.
Magnets are used to attract iron surfaces and hold them in place. Under normal circumstances, strong magnets have very stable magnetic properties because their magnetism comes from the atomic level and basically does not weaken.
Why doesn't it weaken?
This is because iron is only a "magnetically attracted" material and does not actively consume the magnetic force of a magnet. For mature materials such as neodymium iron boron (high-strength magnets) and ferrite, their magnetic properties are stable. As long as they are not affected by high temperatures, strong impacts, or strong opposing magnetic fields, their magnetic properties can be maintained for decades. When magnets are attached to iron for a long time, they are actually in a closed magnetic circuit, which is relatively beneficial for the magnets.
Neodymium block magnets adhere to iron objects.

Although it generally does not weaken, the following conditions may cause magnetic weakness, such as high ambient temperatures (exceeding the working temperature of the magnet), exposure to vibration or frequent impact, and interference from strong external magnetic fields.
Take a look at these examples:
1. Fridge magnets can be left on the fridge door (made of iron) year-round, and they still stick really well. You can take them off and put them back on again and again. The iron surface of the fridge door gives the magnets a good magnetic circuit.
2. Screwdrivers, wrenches, and other iron tools adhere to magnetic tool racks. Even after prolonged use, the magnetic force remains strong, allowing tools to hang securely and be easily accessed as needed.
3. The permanent magnet rotor in an electric motor maintains its magnetic force even after tens of thousands of hours of operation.
When magnets are attached to iron for long periods of time, their magnetic properties will not weaken in most cases, unless they are exposed to high temperatures, violent vibrations, or other adverse conditions. With proper use and storage, magnets can retain their original magnetic strength and be used safely for many years.
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