Wood vs Metal (Interface Material)

[chrisuk]

Hi all,

I have an idea for a project whereby I there would be an electromagnet pulling on a metal weight through wood. So:

Electromagnet -> Wood -> Metal

The basic idea is to stick things to wood with electromagnets. Can anyone recommend a material that could be bonded to the Metal what would offer exceptional grip/friction (to avoid slippage) but not mark or scratch the wood?

Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

Chris

 

[Baluncore]

How has the timber surface been prepared? Is it polished or rough and hairy.

Maybe a surface of very fine hairs, such as velvet, that will hold the irregularities in the surface?

BlueTacK. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blu-Tack

 

[Lok]

Adhesive tape.