What are the parts of a multi-lift hand magnet?

Magnet

There is always one block magnet on the bottom of a multi-lift hand magnet.

Multi-lift hand magnet handle

The handle is used to aid the lifting of the magnet and the ferromagnetic material it attracts.

Some multi-lift hand magnets have very long handles which can be used to collect dropped ferromagnetic materials from hard-to-reach areas, such as a mechanic’s pit.

Multi-lift hand magnet casing

The multi-lift hand magnet has an aluminium or stainless steel casing. These metals are both corrosion-resistant which is beneficial to a hand magnet due to its extended use outside. 

Stainless steel is the stronger material therefore it can have a better quality and durability than aluminium. The stainless steel casing on a lift hand magnet is preferred for use in industrial circumstances, for example lifting large quantities of ferromagnetic materials on a daily basis. Aluminium, however, is more lightweight so may be preferable if using for a prolonged period of time or for odd jobs around the home. 

The casing of a multi-lift hand magnet has two roles:

1. To hold the magnet in position

2. To focus the magnetic field to the bottom section of the tool. The non-magnetic materials used to make the casing stop the magnetic field of the magnet permeating the sides and top of the multi-lift hand magnet.

Multi-lift hand magnet release system

When the release handle is pulled, it causes the direction of the magnetic circuit to change.

When the release system is employed, the magnet is physically moved away from the ferromagnetic material which creates an air gap. The air gap changes the course of the magnetic circuit and affects the magnet’s pulling power, so that the magnet will no longer pick up the material, effectively turning it off.

To turn the magnet back ‘on’ again, simply release the handle.