Assembly in Action: Simulation Software Helps Build Electric Motors
Webster Plastics (Fairport, NY) developed a plastic carrier that can securely hold magnets with a single component. Webster’s design has the potential to substantially reduce motor manufacturing costs and improve reliability.
Called the Magset, the carrier holds magnets in place without adhesives, spring clips or any type of metal fastener. The plastic injection molding process provides an unlimited choice of shapes. Multiple parts can be integrated into one component and more efficient and compact motors can be designed, while improving manufacturability.