We are offering channel magnets, ceramic(hard ferrite) magnets were developed in the early 1960 as a low-cost alternative to metallic magnets (steels and alnico), ceramic magnets are very hard and brittle. Standard tolerances for ceramic magnet dimensions are +-.005" for ground dimensions and +- 2% of the size for as sintered dimensions. Because of their brittleness these magnets will not withstand impact or flexing. Ceramic magnets are chemically inert non-conductors, which is a benefit in many applications.