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I completely forgot about the transformers--Ron is very right, the laminations from the transformers are the same thing, only welded together to make a solid core, though I'm sure a little creativity can make it work just as well if you lack a Tig Welder. Just find a bunch of old transformers...
To summarize--Yes you need that magnet wire, and the Lamination is an alloy of steel and ferrite. That is used over standard steel because this alloy doesnt retain as much magnetism once the magnet is shut off. (think of the trick of dragging a nail across a magnet to magnetize the nail. this...
While a deadbolt is always going to be a better option for various and obvious reasons for keeping people out, the magnetic lock is more for keeping select people out, such as the small entrance that houses the ATM in some banks, where the bank wishes to restrict access to only those with ATM...
I work in Custom Electronics assembly factory where within the same building there is another company that makes the locks DJDAudio's posted pictures of as their flagship product.
To start, You will want the magnet mounted to the wall, and a steel plate mounted to your door.
And these locks do...
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