Soft magnetic composite material (SMC) "Somaloy(R)" for automotive motor applications.
A must-see for those struggling with miniaturizing motors! Ideal for pancake structure high-torque ultra-flat axial gap motors, etc.!
"Somaloy(R)" is a soft magnetic material made from pure iron powder that has been developed and insulated by our company. We enable innovative motor designs that are not constrained by the limitations of electromagnetic steel sheets, providing solutions to many challenges faced by our customers. 【Matching of Axial Gap Motors (Axial Flux Motors) Topology with "Somaloy(R)"】 ■ Net shaping (3D mechanical shapes that can be "unidirectionally pressed") ■ Realization of freedom in 3D magnetic circuit design ☆ Achieving compact, lightweight, and low-cost designs that were difficult with conventional electromagnetic steel sheets☆ 【Grades】 Covers from below 100Hz to 100kHz 【Examples of Advantages for Electric Motors】 Reduces dimensions and weight by up to 60% ☆ Technical design support for axial gap motors is also underway☆ ・ 3D magnetic circuit analysis using JMAG ・ 3D CAD modeling ・ Optimization using Mode Frontier ・ Winding design ・ Strength analysis We will design according to your requirements. Please feel free to contact us. ★ Catalogs for axial gap motors using "Somaloy(R)" are currently being distributed ★
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**Main Needs for Motors Used in Vehicles** - Increase power density (i.e., miniaturization and cost reduction) - Install motors in a more space-efficient manner than before - Reduce losses even in high-frequency ranges **Suitable Application Examples** - Ultra-flat pancake-type axial gap motors Motors using 'Somaloy(R)' have already achieved mass production results in various vehicle motors! **Benefits of Utilizing 'Somaloy(R)'** - Best match for the topology of axial gap motors suitable for miniaturization and high power density! 1) Enables 3D magnetic circuit design, significantly improving miniaturization and cost reduction that was difficult with electromagnetic steel sheets. 2) Existing powder metallurgy processes can be reused. 3) Complex-shaped parts can be formed with high dimensional accuracy using net shape, improving yield to nearly 0% and achieving high cost-effectiveness compared to existing electromagnetic steel sheets. - Reduction of motor mass through miniaturization 1) Insulating coating applied to pure iron-based powder achieves high permeability with high compressibility. 2) Insulating coating on each particle significantly reduces eddy current losses, especially in high-frequency ranges. ☆ Currently providing technical design support for axial gap motors ☆
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Somaloy(R)
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【Usage】 ■ For small, high power density motors required for electric vehicles, hybrid cars, etc. - Traction motors - Drive motors - Auxiliary motors - In-wheel motors ■ Passive components On-vehicle reactors Off-vehicle reactors Choke coils Ignition coils Injectors, etc. The frequency range spans from several hundred Hz to hundreds of kHz, contributing to the needs of vehicle electrification.
Detailed information
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Axial gap motor (axial flux motor) single stator, single rotor type: image diagram
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Structure sample of YASA (Yokeless and Segmented Armature) motor.
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Axial Gap Motor (Axial Flux Motor) Double Stator - Single Rotor Type (DSAFM): Image Diagram
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Axial Gap Motor (Axial Flux Motor) Double Stator - Single Rotor Type (DSAFM): Structural Image Diagram
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| Model number | overview |
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| Somaloy 1P | Basic type A strong candidate for increasing high permeability |
| Somaloy 3P | Strength UP product |
| Somaloy 5P | Low loss type |
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Notice of Exhibition at TECHNO-FRONTIER 2025 Motor Technology Exhibition (Introducing the latest development material Somaloy(R) ahead of the official release)
Heganes Japan Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the "TECHNO-FRONTIER 2025 Motor Technology Exhibition." We will introduce the soft magnetic composite (SMC) 'Somaloy(R)', which is attracting attention as an environmentally friendly technology that can be applied using powder metallurgy methods. At the venue, we will provide information on our latest developments ahead of the official release. Please experience the next-generation solution "Somaloy (R) 2025," which brings us closer to a sustainable future, at the venue. [Highlights] - We will quickly introduce a new grade set to be released in Q4 2025. Some next-generation materials currently under development will also be displayed. - We will share the CO2 emission data (ISO14067) for Somaloy(R) and highlight our contributions to sustainable manufacturing. [Planned Exhibits] - Various motor cores made from SMC Application examples of Somaloy(R), which is effectively the benchmark for pure iron-based powder magnetic core materials: 1) Product examples adopted domestically and internationally: Axial gap motors YASA-type motors Motor cores Cores for filter coils, etc. 2) Development by Shizuoka Institute of Science and Technology: Rim drive axial gap induction motor.
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Heganes Japan will exhibit at the "2025 YOKOHAMA Automotive Technology Exhibition."
Heganes Japan will be exhibiting at the "Automotive Technology Exhibition 2025 YOKOHAMA," which will be held from May 21 (Wednesday) to May 23 (Friday). At our booth, we plan to introduce our newly developed sintering metal powder "Starmix(R) Nova" and the newly developed 7P grade of soft magnetic composite material "Somaloy(R)," which contributes to solving the challenges of electrification. ◆ Starmix(R) Nova 1) High apparent density and excellent flowability, fillability, and compressibility 2) This contributes to reducing product weight variation and dimensional variation, improving productivity ◆ Sintered gears for automotive transmissions 1) High-density molded gears (prototype) 2) Sintered large ring gears (prototype) 3) Other sintered components ◆ Soft magnetic composite material Somaloy(R) newly developed 7P grade Maintains high magnetic flux density while further reducing iron loss ◆ Practical examples of various motors using Somaloy(R) 1) Adopted by domestic manufacturers for axial gap motors for AGVs 2) Adopted by overseas manufacturers for axial gap motors for small mobility *Latest market trends can also be introduced We sincerely look forward to your visit.
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Invitation to exhibit at TECHNO-FRONTIER 2024 Motor Technology Exhibition (featuring case studies on the adoption of Somaloy(R) focusing on axial gap motors, etc.)
Heganes Japan Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the "TECHNO-FRONTIER 2024 Motor Technology Exhibition." At our booth, we will introduce the latest topics related to the soft magnetic composite material (SMC) 'Somaloy(R)', which is gaining attention as an environmentally friendly technology. This will include application examples for axial gap motors and our sustainability initiatives, including the CO2 emission calculation results for Somaloy(R). 【Exhibition Schedule】 ◆ Various motor cores using SMC Application examples of Somaloy(R), which is practically the benchmark for pure iron-based powder magnetic core materials: 1) Prototype evaluation: Single stator, single rotor axial gap motor 2) Developed by Shizuoka Institute of Science and Technology: Rim drive axial gap induction motor 3) Adopted by domestic manufacturers: Actuator equipped with axial gap motor 4) YASA-type motor 5) Low-speed, high-torque direct drive application transverse flux motor ◆ Sustainability 1) CO2 emissions of Somaloy(R) calculated based on ISO 14067 2) Introduction of climate change response roadmap
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Heganes Japan will exhibit at the "2024 YOKOHAMA Automotive Technology Exhibition."
Heganes Japan will exhibit at the 2024 YOKOHAMA Automotive Technology Exhibition, which will be held from May 22 (Wednesday) to May 24 (Friday). At our booth, we plan to introduce carbon footprint data and case studies of metal powder applications (initiatives towards vehicle electrification) in two areas of environmentally friendly technology: sintering applications and soft magnetic applications. ◆ Introduction of sustainability activities 1) Product carbon footprint 2) Sintered material Astaloy CrS, known for its dimensional stability and recyclability ◆ Sintered gears for automotive transmissions 1) High-density molded gears (prototype) 2) Sintered large ring gears (prototype) 3) Other sintered components ◆ Various motor cores by SMC Application examples of Somaloy(R), the de facto benchmark for pure iron-based powder magnetic core materials 1) Rim drive axial gap induction motor developed at Shizuoka Institute of Science and Technology 2) Actuators equipped with axial gap motors adopted by domestic manufacturers 3) Transverse flux motors for low-speed, high-torque direct drive applications * Latest market trends will also be introduced We sincerely look forward to your visit.
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Invitation to exhibit at TECHNO-FRONTIER 2023 Motor Technology Exhibition (featuring case studies on the adoption of Somaloy(R) focusing on axial gap motors, etc.)
Höganäs Japan Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the "TECHNO-FRONTIER 2023 Motor Technology Exhibition." At our booth, we will introduce the soft magnetic composite material 'Somaloy(R)', which is gaining attention as an environmentally friendly technology, along with the latest development topics, including examples of metal powder applications in axial gap motors. 【Exhibition Schedule】 ◆ Various motor cores by SMC Application examples of Somaloy(R), which is the de facto benchmark for pure iron-based pressed magnetic core materials: 1) Rim drive axial gap induction motor developed at Shizuoka Institute of Science and Technology 2) Actuators equipped with axial gap motors adopted by domestic manufacturers 3) Introduction of YASA-type motors with case studies 4) Transverse flux motors for low-speed, high-torque direct drive applications ◆ Sustainability Introduction of our initiatives regarding CO2 emissions, etc. If you have any questions, please contact the person in charge. <Contact for this matter> Person in charge: Junpei Ikeda, Business Headquarters jumpei.ikeda@hoganas.com
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