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If our slug rejector is working properly (bet you forgot to close the switch), all the slugs will be attracted to the electromagnet side of the divider, and all the coins will drop straight down . . . somewhat like in Edison’s ore separator.      That’s because magnetism affects iron but not copper or nickel (or sand). Modern coin vending machines detect slugs in a similar manner.