Details of magnetic mounting of fixtures on electromechanical shakers?
Details of magnetic mounting of fixtures on electromechanical shakers?
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I've seen "magnetic mounting" systems, such as those integrated by Technomagnete and I'm wondering if anyone has heard of these being used to mount fixtures on electrodynamic shakers?
The two concerns I see are the magnetic field of the mounting equipment interfering with the shaker operation and the rigidity of a magnetic mount.
Thanks for any details.
David
The two concerns I see are the magnetic field of the mounting equipment interfering with the shaker operation and the rigidity of a magnetic mount.
Thanks for any details.
David





RE: Details of magnetic mounting of fixtures on electromechanical shakers?
The rigidity is a bigger problem. The structure has little shear strength, so there'll be slippage in plane. Likewise, since it's not a solid connection, there'll be some inability to maintain rigid contact with the fixture.
Frankly, I see no benefit in using a magnetic mount, and plenty of downside.
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RE: Details of magnetic mounting of fixtures on electromechanical shakers?
If fixture can not be coupled to the shaker with a rigidity similar to what is achieved with fasteners it would not be acceptable though.
RE: Details of magnetic mounting of fixtures on electromechanical shakers?
Rigidity would be a problem depending on the levels and the frequencies involved. Frequencies in the single and double digit range might be ok, but I wouldn't trust it much higher.
Also, most slip plates, head expanders, and cubes are made of magnesium and some are aluminum. Neither work very well with magnets. The reason these things are made of Mg and Al is because of their inherent lightweight and vibration damping properties (more so with Mg). Steel can be problematic because of the lack of damping.
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