[TriLUG] OT: Local source for rare earth magnets?

[Charles Fischer]

This is related to Open Source.  I need a couple of rare earth magnets for
OpenSprints hardware and GoldSprints software in order to run a bicycle
roller race event on Thursday.  I can make due with some Radio Shack
magnets, but they are not ideal.

So does anybody have a local source for rare earth magnets about 0.5 inch
diameter and 0.125 thick?  Size could be 75 to 200% of the stated diameter,
but must be at least 0.100 thick and no more than 0.200 thick.

If anybody want to watch or race, come to the Back Room (behind Cat's
Cradle) a little before 7:00 on Thursday.  Racing costs $5.00, but it is
free* to watch.

Thanks,
Charles Fischer


* free as in no cover charge, but because NC has outdated and absurd laws
about bars, if you are not a member of The Back Room you will need to buy a
membership for $1.00.