Quality and evidence
Quality systems that connect the drawing to the shipped part.
A credible magnet supply program needs more than a final inspection report. It needs defined requirements, capable processes, calibrated measurement, traceability, controlled change, and evidence matched to the risk of the application.
PlanAcceptance criteria linked to the drawing and application
ControlIncoming, in-process, and final checks by risk
EvidenceDimensional, magnetic, coating, and traceability records
Overview
Inspection begins with an agreed definition of what matters.
Magnetic parts can pass a simple dimensional check and still fail in the product. The quality plan should reflect the functional risks: material consistency, demagnetization margin, coating integrity, pole direction, field distribution, brittle edges, assembly fit, and packaging.
01
Requirement control
Drawings, specifications, revisions, samples, and deviations are reviewed before the production route is released.
02
Dimensional inspection
Critical dimensions, geometric features, fixtures, sampling, and measurement method are aligned to the part function.
03
Magnetic verification
Flux, surface field, magnetic moment, pole pattern, direction, or application-specific mapping can be planned as required.
04
Surface and appearance
Coating thickness, adhesion, corrosion route, chipping limits, cleanliness, and visual criteria are defined for the program.
05
Traceability and records
Material lot, process batch, inspection results, packaging, and shipment records support investigation and repeat supply.
06
Change communication
Material, process, tooling, supplier, or inspection changes should follow the agreed customer notification route.
Inspection planning
Measurement methods must be practical, repeatable, and tied to product risk.
The inspection plan should state not only the tolerance but also the datum, fixture, equipment, sampling frequency, and record format. Magnetic measurements also need agreed position, orientation, air gap, and acceptance limits.
- Drawing characteristics and critical-to-function features
- Gauge, fixture, datum, and measurement method
- Sampling and capability expectations
- Magnetic test position and acceptance limits
- Certificate, report, traceability, and retention needs
Working process
Quality evidence is built across the production route.
The level of documentation should match application risk, customer requirements, and production maturity.
Contract review
Confirm revision, specification, special characteristics, testing, documentation, and packaging.
Incoming control
Verify applicable raw material, outsourced process, and supplier documentation inputs.
In-process control
Monitor dimensions and process parameters at the stages where variation can be prevented.
Final verification
Confirm agreed dimensional, magnetic, coating, appearance, marking, and quantity criteria.
Release and traceability
Link inspection status, lot identity, packaging, and shipping documentation.
Corrective action
Contain issues, identify root cause, verify action, and communicate changes with evidence.
Control points
Quality evidence is created at coating, handling, inspection, and release points.
Coating control
Surface protection is managed as a functional process, not a cosmetic afterthought.
Packaging verification
Polarity, separation, corrosion protection, chipping risk, and transport handling inform packaging.
Process discipline
Stable machining and handling routes support dimensional consistency and edge protection.
Technical reference
Standards and compliance evidence must be verified for the selected production route.
The references below describe common OEM requirements, not a claim that every manufacturing route or Elite Magnets entity is currently certified. Before reliance, request the applicable production-site certificate, scope, issuing body, validity dates, and part-level declarations. Verified evidence can be added here when it is approved for public release.
| Reference | Evidence to request | Typical project relevance |
|---|---|---|
| IATF 16949 | Applicable site certificate, manufacturing scope, issuing body, validity, and customer-specific requirements | Automotive programs when the selected route is covered |
| ISO 9001 | Applicable site certificate, scope, issuing body, and validity | General OEM quality planning and repeat production |
| ISO 14001 | Applicable site certificate, scope, issuing body, and validity | Environmental management requirements for the selected operation |
| RoHS / REACH | Part-specific declaration, material data, supplier evidence, and requested substance scope | Market access and customer compliance requirements |
Start a project
Define the evidence package while the part is being quoted.
Share your drawing, special characteristics, sampling expectations, magnetic test method, compliance requirements, and documentation level so the control route can be reviewed early.