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Pick Sets with Magnetic Retrievers

The handles of these assorted picks have a magnet at the end to pick up small steel objects. Use to hold and position wire, springs, and other small parts.

	Includes	Max. Magnetic Pull, lbf	Overall Lg.	Grip Style	Handle Material	Container Type		Each
Straight Handle



	4	4 3/4" Lg. Steel Pick with Hook Tip and Knurled Grip 4 3/4" Lg. Steel Pick with 45° Angle Tip and Knurled Grip 4 3/4" Lg. Steel Pick with 90° Angle Tip and Knurled Grip 4 3/4" Lg. Steel Pick with Straight Tip and Knurled Grip	1.5	4 3/4"	Knurled Head	Aluminum	Plastic Pouch	0000000	000000

Picks with Magnetic Retriever

The handle has a magnet at the end to pick up small steel objects. Use these picks to hold and position wire, springs, and other small parts.

	Overall Lg.	Max. Magnetic Pull, ozf	Grip Style	Material	Handle Material		Each
Hook Tip



	Straight	7"	6	Knurled Head	Steel	Aluminum	0000000	00000

Changeable-Tip Pick Sets

5 Pieces

Sets include a handle and an assortment of tips for holding and positioning wire, springs, and other small parts.

5 Pieces—5-piece set has a solid handle with a magnet at the end to pick up small steel objects.

	Includes	Max. Magnetic Pull, ozf	Overall Lg.	Grip Style	Handle Material	Container Type		Each
Straight Handle



	5	3 1/2" Lg. Aluminum Handle 3" Lg. Steel Hook Tip 3 1/2" Lg. Steel 90° Angle Tip 3 1/4" Lg. Steel 45° Angle Tip 3 1/4" Lg. Steel Straight Tip	6	3" to 3 1/2"	Plain	Aluminum	Plastic Pouch	0000000	000000

Two-Tip Precision Picks


Hook Tip × 90° Angled Tip	Hook Tip × Multiangle Tip	Straight Tip × 90° Angled Tip

Straight Tip × Multiangle Tip	90° Angled Tip × Multiangle Tip

A precision tip on each end of these picks lets you install, extract, and position parts around delicate circuits and components with one tool. The needle-sharp tips are similar to dental tools.

	Overall Lg.	Grip Style	Tip Dia.	Material	Handle Material		Each
Hook Tip × 90° Angled Tip



	Straight	6 1/4"	Plain	0.025"	302 Stainless Steel	Aluminum	0000000	00000


	Hook Tip × Multiangle Tip



			Straight	6 1/4"	Plain	0.025"	302 Stainless Steel	Aluminum	0000000	0000


			Straight Tip × 90° Angled Tip



					Straight	6 1/4"	Plain	0.025"	302 Stainless Steel	Aluminum	0000000	0000


					Straight Tip × Multiangle Tip



							Straight	6 1/4"	Plain	0.025"	302 Stainless Steel	Aluminum	0000000	0000


							90° Angled Tip × Multiangle Tip



									Straight	6 1/4"	Plain	0.025"	302 Stainless Steel	Aluminum	0000000	0000

Scribers for Steel and Plastic


Straight × Angled Fixed Tip	Straight × Hook Fixed Tip

Straight Retractable Tip

Use the steel tip on these scribers to mark steel and plastics, or as a pick for cleaning and probing. They have a knurled grip for a secure hold.

Retractable Tip—Retractable tip stays inside the handle for protection when it’s not in use.

	Scribers										Replacement Scriber Tips
	Tip				Handle
	Material	Style	Type	Overall Lg.	Material	Grip Style	Shape	Color		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
For Plastic and Steel



		Steel	Straight × Angled	Fixed	8"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	0000000	00000	—	———	0


		Steel	Straight × Angled	Fixed	8 5/8"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	0000000	0000	1	0000000	00000
		Steel	Straight × Hook	Fixed	8"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	0000000	0000	—	———	0
		Steel	Straight	Retractable	3 3/4"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	0000000	0000	3	0000000	0000

Changeable-Tip Picks

Change tips to use a different size or style pick for holding and positioning wire, springs, and other small parts.

Handles

Handles have a magnet at the end to pick up small steel objects.

Overall Lg.	Max. Magnetic Pull, ozf	Grip Style	Handle Material		Each



Straight	3 1/2"	6	Plain	Aluminum	0000000	00000

Scribers for Hardened Steel and Stainless Steel


Straight × Angled Fixed Tip	Straight Fixed Tip Pocket Clip

Straight Retractable Tip	Straight Retractable Tip Pocket Clip

A carbide tip marks hard materials such as hardened steel, stainless steel, and ceramics. It also lasts longer than steel tips on steel and plastics.

Retractable Tip—Retractable tip stays inside the handle for protection when it’s not in use.

Knurled-Head Grip—Knurled grip ensures a secure hold.

Hex Handle—Hex handle shape prevents the scriber from rolling.

Magnet—Scriber with magnet has a magnetic tip on the handle to retrieve ferrous particles from hard-to-reach places.

	Scribers											Replacement Scriber Tips
	Tip				Handle
	Material	Style	Type	Overall Lg.	Material	Grip Style	Shape	Color	Includes		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
For Alloy Steel, Ceramic, Stainless Steel, and Tool Steel



		Carbide	Straight × Angled	Fixed	8"	Aluminum	Smooth	Hex	Blue	—	00000000	000000	—	———	0


		Carbide	Straight	Fixed	5 1/2"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	Pocket Clip	0000000	0000	3	0000000	000000
		Carbide	Straight	Fixed	5 1/2"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	Pocket Clip, Magnet	0000000	00000	3	0000000	00000
		Carbide	Straight	Retractable	3 3/4"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	—	0000000	00000	3	0000000	00000
		Carbide	Straight	Retractable	6 1/2"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Round	Silver	Pocket Clip	0000000	00000	1	0000000	00000

Scriber Sets for Steel and Plastic

Mark steel and plastics or use as picks for cleaning and probing. These sets include a handle with four interchangeable points. The handle has a knurled grip for a secure hold and a hex-shaped handle that prevents rolling.

Magnet—Set with magnet has a magnetic tip on the handle to retrieve ferrous particles from hard-to-reach places.

		Tip				Handle				Container
	No. of Pieces	Material	Style	Type	Overall Lg.	Material	Grip Style	Shape	Color	Type	Material	Includes		Each
For Plastic and Steel



		5	Steel	Straight, Angled, Hook	Fixed	7 1/2"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Hex	Blue	Pouch	Vinyl Plastic	—	00000000	000000


		5	Steel	Straight, Angled, Hook	Fixed	7 1/2"	Aluminum	Knurled Head	Hex	Blue	Pouch	Vinyl Plastic	Magnet	00000000	00000

Precision Picks

Hook Tip

Similar to dental instruments, these needle-sharp picks are suitable for work around delicate circuits and components.

	Overall Lg.	Grip Style	Tip Dia.	Material	Handle Material		Each
Hook Tip



	Straight	5 1/2"	Plain	0.01"	17-4 PH Stainless Steel	Aluminum	0000000	000000

Two-Tip Picks

Hook Tip × 90° Angled

Tip (shown open)

A different tip at each end allows you to install, extract, and position parts with one tool.

Hook Tip × 90° Angled Tip—Picks with hook tip × 90° angled tip have an aluminum handle that covers one tip while you use the other.

	Overall Lg.	Grip Style	Material	Handle Material		Each
Hook Tip × 90° Angled Tip



	Straight	8"	Plain	Steel	Aluminum	0000000	000000

Torch Nozzle Tip Cleaners

Style B

Keep torch tips clear for a pinpoint flame.

Style B—Style B has drill bit sizes stamped on the back of the case.

Style	No. of Cleaners	Cleaner Dia.	Drill Bit Size	Lg.	Welding Process	Material	Case Material	Each
B	12	0.021" to 0.073"	75 Ga. to 49 Ga.	2 1/4"	MIG, TIG	Stainless Steel	Aluminum	00000
B	13	0.018" to 0.073"	77 Ga. to 49 Ga.	4 1/4"	MIG, TIG	Stainless Steel	Aluminum	0000
B	22	0.018" to 0.128"	77 Ga. to 30 Ga.	2 1/4"	MIG, TIG	Stainless Steel	Aluminum	0000

Hook Retrievers

Standard Hook and Fixed Length

Aluminum

Standard Hook and Adjustable

Length Aluminum

Use these long-handled retrievers to grab and pull objects in hard-to-reach spots.

Adjustable Length—Adjustable-length retrievers have a telescoping shaft to extend your reach.

	Opening Wd.	Hook Material	Flexibility		Each
Standard Hook and Fixed Length Aluminum



	24"	3"	Stainless Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000


	36"	3"	Stainless Steel	Rigid	0000000	00000
	48"	3"	Stainless Steel	Rigid	0000000	00000
	72"	3"	Stainless Steel	Rigid	0000000	00000


	Standard Hook and Adjustable Length Aluminum



			17" to 39"	2 3/4"	Stainless Steel	Rigid	000000	00000


			36" to 96"	1 1/2"	Aluminum	Rigid	0000000	00000

Gripping-Jaw Retrievers


Cup Jaws	Flat Jaws

Paddle Jaws

Pick up objects on the ground, grab items on high shelves, and reach into deep tanks.

	Retrievers								Replacement Cups
		Jaw
	Overall Lg.	Max. Jaw Cap.	Texture	Material	Flexibility	Features		Each		Each
Rubber Cup Jaws



		20"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws	0000000	000000	0000000	00000


		32"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws	0000000	00000	0000000	0000
		40"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws	0000000	00000	0000000	0000
		48"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	0000000	00000	0000000	0000
		60"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	0000000	00000	0000000	0000
		72"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	0000000	00000	0000000	0000
		96"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	0000000	00000	0000000	0000
		120"	4"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	0000000	00000	0000000	0000
		144"	4 1/2"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Locking Jaws, Collapsible	0000000	00000	———	0


		Plastic-Coated Flat Jaws



				33"	5"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	—	000000	00000	———	0


				40"	5"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	—	000000	00000	———	0


				Polyethylene Paddle Jaws



						50"	30"	Smooth	Aluminum	Rigid	Collapsible	00000000	00000	———	0

Small Parts Positioners

Loop Tip and Loop Handle

Install and position tiny springs and wires. Unlike conventional picks that have pointed tips, these are rounded to prevent damage to sensitive components.

	Grip Style	Loop Lg.	Tip Type	Material	Handle Material		Each
Loop Tip and Loop Handle



	8 1/2"	Plain	4.625"	Fixed	Nickel-Plated Steel	Anodized Aluminum	00000000	000000


	15"	Plain	11.125"	Fixed	Plastic-Coated Steel	Anodized Aluminum	00000000	00000

Magnetic Retrievers

Fixed Length and Plain

Grip

Pick up screws, nuts, and other small steel objects.

	Max. Magnetic Pull, lbf	Magnet Shape	Material	Flexibility	Head Dia.	Max. Temp., ° F		Each
Fixed Length and Plain Grip



	2"	4	Round	Aluminum	Rigid	3/8"	180	0000000	000000


	6"	1.5	Round	Aluminum	Rigid	5/16"	175	0000000	0000

Desoldering Iron Nozzle Tip Cleaners

Scrape away solder buildup to keep desoldering nozzles clean.

No. of Cleaners	Cleaner Dia.	Lg.	Material	Case Material		Each
12	0.019" to 0.065"	4 7/8"	Aluminum	Aluminum	0000000	000000

Handheld Push-Pull Hooks

Tug and guide loads into position from a distance. These hooks give you extra reach into tight spots. They’re lightweight enough to use overhead, yet durable enough to withstand drops and bumps.

J-Hook—J-hooks are made of fiberglass, so they won’t conduct electricity. They’re shaped to push against flat surfaces and hook around square or round parts of your equipment. The handle is textured for slip resistance.

T-Hook—T-hooks have a rubber-coated nylon end, so they won’t scratch delicate surfaces. The handle telescopes for extra reach and locks with a twist. The tip has a standard Acme thread, so you can remove the end and attach a broom or magnet instead.

	Material	Color	Hook Material	Features		Each
T-Hook with Telescoping Handle



	24" to 36"	Aluminum	—	Rubber-Coated Nylon	Threaded End	0000000	000000


	48" to 96"	Aluminum	—	Rubber-Coated Nylon	Threaded End	0000000	00000
	56" to 144"	Aluminum	—	Rubber-Coated Nylon	Threaded End	0000000	000000


	J-Hook with Fixed Handle



			16"	Fiberglass	Fluorescent Yellow	Aluminum	—	0000000	000000


			28"	Fiberglass	Fluorescent Yellow	Aluminum	—	0000000	000000
			40"	Fiberglass	Fluorescent Yellow	Aluminum	—	0000000	000000
			52"	Fiberglass	Fluorescent Yellow	Aluminum	—	0000000	000000

Pointed-Tip Retrievers

Spear litter with the sharp point.

Overall Lg.	Lg. Adjustability	Material	Tip Material	Flexibility		Each
40"	Fixed	Aluminum	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000

Jam Removers


Hoe Retriever 2" Wide Head	Hoe Retriever 7" Wide Head	Spade Retriever

Safely push, pull, and clear objects from hard-to-reach places such as conveyors, chutes, and hoppers. With a lightweight handle and plastic head, these removers won’t damage material finishes.

Hoe Retriever—2"-wd. hoe removers have a slim profile to retrieve small items. 7"-wd. hoe removers push or pull large objects.

Spade Retriever—Spade removers reach up and into tight spaces such as overhead conveyor rollers.

	Jam Removers									Replacement Jam Remover Heads
	Head
	Wd.	Ht.	Thk.	Overall Lg.	Material	Head Material	Flexibility		Each		Each
Hoe Retriever



		2"	5"	3/8"	36"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	0000000	0000000	000000


		2"	5"	3/8"	48"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	00000
		2"	5"	3/8"	72"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	00000
		2"	5"	3/8"	96"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	00000
		7"	7"	3/8"	48"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	000000
		7"	7"	3/8"	72"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	000000
		7"	7"	3/8"	96"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	000000
		7"	7"	3/8"	120"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	000000


		Spade Retriever



				7"	13"	1/4"	48"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	000000


				7"	13"	1/4"	96"	Aluminum	Plastic	Rigid	0000000	000000	0000000	000000

Flexible-Shaft Claw Retrievers with Video Scope for Small Parts

View, grab, and position objects in hard-to-reach spots. These retrievers have a camera and light at the tip of the flexible shaft and an LCD that displays live video. In addition to picking up objects, they can be used in applications such as installing wiring behind walls and extracting clogs and debris from pipes.

	Jaw				Display
Overall Lg.	Max. Jaw Cap.	Texture	Field of View	Lg. Adjustability	Size	Type	Material	Flexibility	Housing Material	Features	Batteries Included		Each
39 1/4"	11/16"	Smooth	80°	Fixed	2 3/4"	Digital	Aluminum	Flexible	Plastic	3X Zoom, Built-In Light	Yes	0000000	0000000

Flexible-Shaft Magnetic Retrievers

Bend and Stay

Bend the shaft to reach objects in awkward spaces.

Bend and Stay—Bend-and-stay retrievers flex into position and stay there.

	Max. Magnetic Pull, lbf	Head Dia.	Material	Max. Temp., ° F	Magnet Shape		Each
Bend and Stay



	22"	1.5	5/16"	Aluminum	175	Round	0000000	00000


	29"	5	1/2"	Aluminum	205	Round	0000000	00000
	55"	5	5/8"	Aluminum	150	Round	0000000	00000

Multitool with Fold-Out Pliers and Mini Flashlight Kits

Tools are corrosion-resistant stainless steel.

Cannot Be Sold Outside United States—They cannot be sold to regions outside of the United States due to product regulations.

		Multitool						Flashlight				Holster
No. of Tools	Tools Included	Tool Material	Closed Lg.	Overall Lg.	Handle Lg.	Handle Material	Features	Overall Dia.	Overall Lg.	Material	Batteries Included	Material	Color	Cannot Be Sold To		Each
15	Awl/Punch, Bottle Opener, Can Opener, Crimper, Large Slotted Screwdriver, Metal/Wood File, Needle-Nose Pliers, No. 2 Phillips Screwdriver, Ruler, Serrated-Edge Knife, Small Slotted Screwdriver, Smooth-Edge Knife, Wire Cutter, Wire Stripper, Wood Saw	Stainless Steel	4"	6 1/4"	4"	Stainless Steel	Lanyard Hole	1"	5 3/4"	Aluminum	Yes	Leather	Black	Outside United States	000000	0000000

Replacement Batteries

	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
AA Batteries	4	00000000	00000

Illuminated Flexible-Shaft Magnetic Retrievers

LEDs light the magnetized tip.

Bend and Stay—Bend-and-stay retrievers flex into position and stay there.

	Max. Magnetic Pull, lbf	Head Dia.	Material	Max. Temp., ° F	Magnet Shape	Batteries Included		Each
Bend and Stay



	23"	5	1/2"	Aluminum	175	Round	Yes	0000000	000000

Pike Retrievers

The pointed tip with curved hook is good for holding and pulling cylindrical material.

	Tip Material	Flexibility		Each
Aluminum



	72"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	0000000


	96"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000
	120"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000
	144"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000
	168"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000
	192"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000
	240"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000
	288"	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000

Flex-Head Magnetic Retrievers


Fixed Length	Adjustable Length

The head pivots, so you can pick up screws, nuts, bolts, and other small steel objects from any angle.

Adjustable Length—Adjustable-length retrievers have a telescoping shaft to extend your reach.

Cushion Grip—Retrievers with a cushion grip are comfortable to hold and offer some slip resistance.

Bend and Stay—Bend-and-stay retrievers flex into position and stay there.

	Max. Magnetic Pull, lbf	Magnet Shape	Grip Style	Head Dia.	Material	Flexibility	Max. Temp., ° F		Each
Fixed Length



	8"	2	Round	Cushion	5/16"	Aluminum	Bend and Stay	175	0000000	000000


	Adjustable Length



			7" to 19"	2	Round	Plain	5/16"	Aluminum	Bend and Stay	175	0000000	00000


			16" to 26"	5	Round	Plain	9/16"	Aluminum	Bend and Stay	175	000000	00000

Lasso Retrievers


Fixed Length	Adjustable Length

Slip the cable over an object and it locks in place once tightened. Pull the knob to at the end of the handle to release.

Adjustable Length—Adjustable-length retrievers have a telescoping shaft to extend your reach.

	Max. Noose Dia.	Material	Cable Material	Flexibility		Each
Fixed Length



	48"	14"	Aluminum	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000


	60"	14"	Aluminum	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000


	Adjustable Length



			48" to 84"	14"	Aluminum	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000


			84" to 144"	14"	Aluminum	Steel	Rigid	0000000	000000