Generating magnetic field with Plasma

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To replicate the magnetic flux density of an N42 magnet using plasma, a significant volume of gas is necessary due to the need for high currents to generate the required magnetic field. Helium is chosen for its high ionization energy, but it alone won't create a coherent magnetic field without substantial current. The discussion emphasizes that plasma does not inherently produce a magnetic field; it requires external current to do so. Achieving the pull force of 12kg at the contact surface would demand massive currents, making the task complex. Overall, generating a magnetic field with plasma involves considerable challenges and specific conditions.
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If I wanted to generate plasma to replicate the magnetic flux density of a i.e. N42 magnet, what would be the required volume of gas/plasma to achieve this? This magnet has a pull force of 12kg at the contact surface.

I have chosen to use Helium, because it has the highest ionization energy level.

For references : http://plasmalab.pbworks.com/f/bfield.pdf

You just need to give me a rough estimation, by using common sense.
 
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The plasma does not generate a coherent magnetic field. It requires a current driven in the plasma to generate the magnetic field. It would require massive currents to produce fields you mention.
 
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