Electromagnet core dereference between hard and soft iron

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The discussion clarifies the differences between hard and soft iron in the context of electromagnetic cores. Soft iron is recommended for magnetic applications due to its superior magnetic properties, while cast iron is deemed unsuitable for such purposes. Participants agree that soft iron is the optimal choice for effective electromagnetic performance.

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in terms of what buying what is the dereference between hard and soft iron? i know an iron core is good but what about cast iron?
 
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Hi.
Cast iron is a nasty, and not particularly good, structural material. Stick with the soft stuff for magnetic purposes.
 

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