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Magswitch MLAY1000x12 Magnetic Hand Lifter
- $3,443.00
- Brands Magswitch
- Product Code: 8100549
- Availability: In Stock
Magswitch MLAY1000x12 Magnetic Hand Lifter Product Overview The Magswitch MLAY1000x12 Magnetic Hand Lifter is a heavy-duty permanent magnetic lifting tool designed for handling large ferrous steel sheets, beams, and pipe. It is part of Magswitch's MLAY 1000 series and uses a mechanically activated magnetic field, so it does not require electricity or batteries. With a 3:1 Safe Working Load of ..
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Magswitch MLAY1000x12 Magnetic Hand Lifter
Product Overview
The Magswitch MLAY1000x12 Magnetic Hand Lifter is a heavy-duty permanent magnetic lifting tool designed for handling large ferrous steel sheets, beams, and pipe. It is part of Magswitch's MLAY 1000 series and uses a mechanically activated magnetic field, so it does not require electricity or batteries.
With a 3:1 Safe Working Load of 4,025 lb (1,826 kg) and a maximum breakaway force of approximately 12,076 lb (5,478 kg) under specified test conditions, the MLAY1000x12 is intended for demanding industrial lifting applications. Its dual-hook configuration provides stability during horizontal lifting, while the hook arrangement can also be used for vertical positioning.
Key Features
- Heavy-duty magnetic lifter for ferrous steel.
- 4,025 lb (1,826 kg) 3:1 Safe Working Load.
- Approximately 12,076 lb (5,478 kg) maximum breakaway force on specified steel.
- Mechanical magnetic activation—no electrical power required.
- Locking handle secures the magnet in both the ON and OFF positions.
- Dual swivel-hook design provides load stability during horizontal lifting.
- Hook arrangement also supports lifting into a vertical position.
- Designed for large flat sheets, structural beams, and pipe.
- Performs well where air gaps caused by rust or dirt are present.
- Replaceable/customizable pole shoes allow the lifter to be adapted to different applications.
- Designed for thick steel and demanding lifting environments.
- Large magnetic pole footprint helps distribute the magnetic holding force.
Heavy-Duty Magnetic Lifting
The MLAY1000x12 is designed for applications where substantial steel components need to be positioned or moved without drilling, welding, or attaching mechanical clamps.
Its permanent magnetic system creates the holding force mechanically. Because no electrical power source is required, there are no power cables or batteries involved in normal operation.
The MLAY 1000 series is designed for heavy lifting and is particularly suited to fabrication, infrastructure, shipyard, welding, manufacturing, and material-handling applications.
Dual Swivel Hook Design
One of the defining features of the MLAY1000x12 is its dual lifting-hook arrangement. Using two hooks provides additional stability when lifting a load horizontally. The design can also accommodate lifting from the top or transitioning a workpiece toward a vertical orientation.
This makes the tool useful when steel components need to be repositioned rather than simply lifted straight upward.
Mechanical On/Off Operation
The MLAY1000x12 uses a mechanically controlled magnetic field. The operator can switch the magnetic field fully on or off using the integrated handle, and the handle incorporates a locking mechanism.
Because the tool does not depend on electrical power, it is well suited to industrial environments where a self-contained lifting device is preferred.
Designed for Thick Steel
The MLAY1000x12 is optimized for substantial steel workpieces. Magswitch specifies a full saturation thickness of 1.25 in (31.7–31.8 mm) and a minimum thickness of 1.25 in for de-stacking applications.
The MLAY series is also designed to maintain useful performance where surface imperfections such as rust and dirt create air gaps between the magnet and workpiece. Actual capacity, however, depends on the material and surface conditions.
Replaceable Pole Shoes
The MLAY1000x12 incorporates replaceable pole shoes, allowing the magnetic contact configuration to be customized for particular lifting applications. This is useful for industrial users who regularly handle different shapes or types of steel.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Magswitch |
| Model | MLAY1000x12 |
| Part Number | 8100549 |
| Product Type | Magnetic Lifting Tool |
| Application | Heavy-Duty Steel Lifting |
| Magnetic Operation | Mechanical On/Off |
| Power Requirement | None |
| Maximum Breakaway Force | 12,076 lb (5,478 kg) |
| 3:1 Safe Working Load | 4,025 lb (1,826 kg) |
| Full Saturation Thickness | 1.25 in (31.7–31.8 mm) |
| Minimum De-Stack Thickness | 1.25 in (31.7–31.8 mm) |
| Product Weight | Approx. 121.3 lb / 55 kg |
| Mounting Thread | M20 x 2.5 |
| Dimensions | Approx. 19.5 × 12.1 × 11.9 in |
| Dimensions, Metric | Approx. 495.3 × 307.3 × 302.2 mm |
| Magnetic Pole Footprint | 492.75 × 195.2 mm |
| Hook Design | Dual Swivel Hook |
| Pole Shoes | Replaceable / Customizable |
| Suitable Materials | Ferrous Steel |
| Typical Applications | Sheets, Beams, Pipe, Structural Steel |
The specifications above are based on Magswitch's product information and specification sheet for MLAY1000x12, P/N 8100549.
Typical Applications
The Magswitch MLAY1000x12 can be used in demanding environments such as:
- Steel fabrication shops
- Structural steel handling
- Shipyard operations
- Infrastructure projects
- Welding and fabrication
- Manufacturing facilities
- Heavy material handling
- Steel plate positioning
- Beam handling
- Pipe handling
Benefits
High Safe Working Load
With a 4,025-lb 3:1 Safe Working Load, the MLAY1000x12 is designed for substantially heavier loads than smaller MLAY models.
No Electricity Required
The permanent magnetic system operates without an electrical power source, making the lifter self-contained and convenient for industrial material handling.
Improved Load Stability
The dual-hook configuration provides additional stability when lifting large workpieces horizontally.
Adaptable Contact Surface
Replaceable pole shoes allow the tool to be configured for different applications and workpiece geometries.
Suitable for Demanding Steel Work
Its large size, high holding capacity, and ability to handle thick steel make it suitable for heavy fabrication and material-handling operations.
Safety Considerations
The MLAY1000x12 is intended for ferrous materials and should only be operated in contact with an appropriate ferrous target. Magswitch specifically warns against operating the magnet without contact with a suitable ferrous workpiece.
The maximum breakaway force is a controlled test value and should not be interpreted as the permissible lifting capacity. The appropriate Safe Working Load must be observed, and actual magnetic holding force can be affected by material thickness, surface condition, rust, dirt, gaps, material type, and load orientation.
Magswitch lists the 4,025-lb (1,826-kg) 3:1 Safe Working Load for this model.
Why Choose the Magswitch MLAY1000x12?
The Magswitch MLAY1000x12 Magnetic Hand Lifter is built for professionals who need a powerful, self-contained method of handling large ferrous workpieces. Its combination of high lifting capacity, mechanical activation, locking handle, dual swivel hooks, replaceable pole shoes, and compatibility with large steel sheets, beams, and pipe makes it a versatile solution for demanding industrial environments.
For heavy steel-handling applications where electrical lifting equipment is not desirable, the MLAY1000x12 offers a practical combination of lifting capacity, stability, portability, and operational simplicity.