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Magswitch 1000 Lbs Magnetic Extenda-Lift
- $266.00
- Brands Magswitch
- Product Code: 8130177
- Availability: In Stock
Magswitch 1000 Lbs Magnetic Extenda-Lift Product Overview The Magswitch Extenda-Lift 1000 is a heavy-duty magnetic lifting and handling tool designed to help workers pick up and move ferrous steel without bending over or directly touching the material. With its extended handle and mechanically switchable magnetic base, it is particularly useful for lifting steel plates, pipe, scrap, valve-box co..
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Magswitch 1000 Lbs Magnetic Extenda-Lift
Product Overview
The Magswitch Extenda-Lift 1000 is a heavy-duty magnetic lifting and handling tool designed to help workers pick up and move ferrous steel without bending over or directly touching the material. With its extended handle and mechanically switchable magnetic base, it is particularly useful for lifting steel plates, pipe, scrap, valve-box covers, and other steel components from the floor or ground.
The tool is well suited to municipal, utility, infrastructure, fabrication, and material-handling applications, especially where steel may be hot, sharp, dirty, or otherwise inconvenient to handle by hand.
Key Features
- 1,000-lb-class magnetic holding force for handling compatible ferrous steel.
- Mechanical on/off magnetic control requires no electrical power.
- Extended handle allows operators to pick up material without bending over.
- Safety lock helps keep the magnet engaged until intentionally switched off.
- Hands-off material handling helps users avoid directly touching hot, sharp, or dirty steel.
- Compact and sturdy construction makes the tool practical for field and industrial use.
- Designed for flat and round steel surfaces.
- Useful for valve-box and small-lid removal as well as general steel handling.
Magnetic Lifting System
The Extenda-Lift 1000 uses a permanent magnetic system that is mechanically switched on and off. The operator twists the handle to activate or release the magnetic field, eliminating the need for batteries, electrical connections, or an external power source.
Magswitch lists a maximum breakaway force of 1,052 lbs (477.1 kg) on 2-inch steel in its current product listing. Older manufacturer documentation identifies the same model as a 1,000-lb unit, so the product name and current specification are best understood as referring to the same Extenda-Lift 1000, part number 8130177.
Actual magnetic performance depends on material thickness, surface condition, contact area, and other application factors. The maximum breakaway figure should therefore not be interpreted as a universal safe working load.
Ergonomic Material Handling
One of the main advantages of the Extenda-Lift is its long handle. Instead of repeatedly bending down to grasp steel, the operator can position the magnetic head against the material and operate the tool from a standing position.
This makes it useful for moving steel from floors, work areas, and other locations where direct manual handling would be inconvenient. It can also help workers handle material that is hot, sharp, dirty, or otherwise unsuitable for direct contact.
Common Applications
The Magswitch Extenda-Lift 1000 can be used for:
- Steel plate handling
- Steel pipe handling
- Scrap steel pickup
- Valve-box cover removal
- Small steel lid removal
- Municipal and utility maintenance
- Infrastructure work
- Fabrication and production floors
- Handling hot or sharp steel
- General ferrous-material handling
Magswitch specifically identifies the Extenda-Lift 1000 for cities and utilities, valve-box work, and small-lid removal.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Magswitch |
| Model | Extenda-Lift 1000 |
| Part Number | 8130177 |
| Product Type | Magnetic Lifting / Material Handling Tool |
| Maximum Breakaway Force | 1,052 lbs / 477.1 kg |
| Nominal Model Rating | 1,000 lbs / 454 kg |
| 2:1 Shear Working Load | 148 lbs / 67.1 kg |
| Full Saturation Thickness | 0.5 in / 13 mm |
| Product Weight | 9.8 lbs / 4.4 kg |
| Overall Dimensions | 4.8 × 4.3 × 28.8 in |
| Overall Dimensions, Metric | 121.9 × 109.2 × 731.5 mm |
| Magnetic Pole Footprint | 72 × 108 mm |
| Magnetic Operation | Mechanical On/Off |
| Power Requirement | None |
| Compatible Material | Ferrous Steel |
| Handle | Extended |
| Primary Applications | Steel Handling, Utilities, Infrastructure, Valve Boxes |
The specifications above are based primarily on Magswitch's current product page and manufacturer documentation.
Safety Considerations
The Extenda-Lift should only be operated while the magnetic base is in contact with an appropriate ferrous target. Magswitch's documentation emphasizes that maximum breakaway force is determined under controlled laboratory conditions and that actual performance can vary considerably in the field.
Before using the tool for a particular lifting or handling task, verify the material, thickness, surface condition, load direction, and applicable working-load requirements. For safety-critical lifting operations, follow the manufacturer's instructions and applicable workplace lifting procedures.
Why Choose the Magswitch Extenda-Lift 1000?
The Magswitch Extenda-Lift 1000 combines strong magnetic holding capability with an extended, standing-height operating design. Its mechanical on/off control makes it independent of electrical power, while the safety-lock mechanism helps prevent unintended release.
For utility crews, fabricators, maintenance personnel, and other professionals who regularly move steel, it provides a practical way to handle compatible ferrous materials while reducing the need to bend down or make direct hand contact with potentially hot, sharp, or dirty surfaces.
Important Note
Magswitch documentation contains both 1,000-lb and 1,052-lb figures for the Extenda-Lift 1000. The current Magswitch product page specifies 1,052 lbs (477.1 kg) maximum breakaway, while the product's older specification sheet describes it as a 1,000-lb model. These figures refer to maximum magnetic breakaway performance under specified test conditions and should not be used as a general safe working-load rating.