Ι What Are Heat Staked Magnets?
Heat staking is a joining method used to connect plastic parts to other materials, such as metal or additional plastic components. In this process, a plastic feature is heated until it softens and is then reshaped—usually by pressing it into or over a matching feature on the other part. As the plastic cools and solidifies, it forms a strong mechanical interlock or bond. Heat staked magnets, a type of plastic integrated magnet, are magnetic assemblies made using this technique, providing a durable and secure connection between the magnet and its plastic counterpart.
In most cases, heat staked magnets are based on pot magnets. Heat staking is selected for these designs because it offers a reliable way to attach extra plastic components, expanding the available mounting options. This is especially useful for pot magnets, whose standard forms do not always satisfy complex mounting or positioning requirements in more demanding applications.
