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    Magnetic Retrievers

    Pick up screws, nuts, and other small steel objects.
    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.
    Overall Lg.
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull
    Magnet
    Shape
    Material
    Flexibility
    Head
    Dia.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
    Fixed Length and Plain Grip
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Fixed Length and Plain Grip.
    2"4 lbfRoundAluminumRigid3/8"1800000000000000
    6"8 ozfRoundPlasticRigid3/16"25000000000000
    6"1.5 lbfRoundAluminumRigid5/16"17500000000000
     
    Adjustable Length and Cushion Grip
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Adjustable Length and Cushion Grip.
    5 3/4" to 25 3/4"10 lbfRoundStainless SteelRigid1/2"200000000000000
    7" to 33"2.5 lbfRoundStainless SteelRigid7/16"175000000000000
    7" to 34"5 lbfRoundStainless SteelRigid5/8"175000000000000
    7 1/2" to 30 3/4"16 lbfRoundStainless SteelRigid11/16"180000000000000
    8" to 30"10 lbfRoundStainless SteelRigid3/4"175000000000000
    12 3/4" to 48"16 lbfRoundStainless SteelRigid3/4"150000000000000
    16 1/2" to 29"20 lbfRoundSteelRigid1 1/8"180000000000000
    23 1/2" to 50"14 lbfRoundStainless SteelRigid5/8"180000000000000
     
    Adjustable Length and Plain Grip
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Adjustable Length and Plain Grip.
    5 1/2" to 25 1/2"2 lbfRoundSteelRigid5/16"18000000000000
    5 9/16" to 25 9/16"1.5 lbfRoundStainless SteelRigid5/16"175000000000000
    5 7/8" to 23"3.5 lbfRoundStainless SteelRigid3/8"175000000000000
    6" to 18"8 ozfRoundStainless SteelRigid3/16"84000000000000
     

    Flexible-Shaft Claw-Jaw Magnetic Retrievers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Flexible-Shaft Claw-Jaw Magnetic Retrievers.
    Bend the shaft of these retrievers to access hard to reach spaces and pick up objects using the claw or magnet. The thin wire jaws of the claw grasp small and oddly shaped parts off the ground, high shelves, and from inside deep tanks. Press the plunger to open the jaws and release to close. The magnet picks up screws, nuts, and other steel objects.
    Spring Back—Spring-back retrievers flex and then bounce back when pressure is released.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull, ozf
    Head
    Dia.
    Material
    Max.
    Temp.
    Magnet
    Shape
    Each
    Spring Back
    27 1/2"121/2"SteelNot RatedRound0000000000000
     

    High-Capacity Magnetic Retrievers

    Image of Product. Round Magnet. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. High-Capacity Magnetic Retrievers, Fixed Length, Round Magnet.
    Image of Product. Horseshoe Magnet. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, Inset. Magnetic Retrievers. High-Capacity Magnetic Retrievers, Fixed Length, Horseshoe Magnet.

    Round Magnet

    Horseshoe Magnet

    Pick up heavier objects than our other magnetic retrievers. These retrievers have a long, fixed shaft, allowing you to reach material in hard-to-reach areas.
    Head
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Magnet
    Shape
    Material
    Flexibility
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Offset
    Angle
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
    Fixed Length
    36"65RoundSteelRigid3 1/4"———45°3500000000000000
    41"55HorseshoeSteelRigid—2 3/4"3 1/4"1 3/4"—2120000000000000
     

    Flexible-Shaft Magnetic Retrievers

    Bend the shaft to reach objects in awkward spaces.
    Spring Back—Spring-back retrievers flex and then bounce back when pressure is released.
    Bend and Stay—Bend-and-stay retrievers flex into position and stay there.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Head
    Dia.
    Material
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Magnet
    Shape
    Each
    Spring Back
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Flexible-Shaft Magnetic Retrievers, Spring Back.
    18"31/2"Steel175Round0000000000000
    21"81/2"Steel180Round000000000000
     
    Bend and Stay
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Flexible-Shaft Magnetic Retrievers, Bend and Stay.
    15"0.55/32"Steel175Round000000000000
    20"0.253/16"Copper180Round000000000000
    22"1.55/16"Aluminum175Round00000000000
    29"51/2"Aluminum205Round000000000000
    55"55/8"Aluminum150Round000000000000
     

    Flex-Head Magnetic Retrievers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Flex-Head Magnetic Retrievers, Fixed Length.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Flex-Head Magnetic Retrievers, Adjustable Length.

    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.
    Overall Lg.
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Magnet
    Shape
    Grip
    Style
    Head
    Dia.
    Material
    Flexibility
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
    Fixed Length
    8"2RoundCushion5/16"AluminumBend and Stay1750000000000000
     
    Adjustable Length
    4 1/2" to 13"2RoundPlain1/4"Stainless SteelBend and Stay17500000000000
    5 3/8" to 23 1/2"2.5RoundPlain3/8"Stainless SteelBend and Stay175000000000000
    7" to 19"2RoundPlain5/16"AluminumBend and Stay175000000000000
    13" to 26"12RoundCushion1/2"SteelBend and Stay175000000000000
    16" to 26"5RoundPlain9/16"AluminumBend and Stay17500000000000
     

    High-Capacity Flex-Head Magnetic Retrievers

    Image of Product. Round Magnet. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. High-Capacity Flex-Head Magnetic Retrievers, Fixed Length, Round Magnet.
    Image of Product. Square Magnet. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. High-Capacity Flex-Head Magnetic Retrievers, Fixed Length, Square Magnet.

    Round Magnet

    Square Magnet

    Pick up heavier objects than our other flex-head magnetic retrievers. All of these retrievers have a long shaft and pivoting head to access hard-to-reach items from almost any angle.
    Bend and Stay—Bend-and-stay retrievers flex into position and stay there.
    Head
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Magnet
    Shape
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Material
    Flexibility
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
    Fixed Length
    50"60Round3 3/4"——1/2"WoodBend and Stay26500000000000000
    52"28Square—2 3/8"2"2 3/4"WoodBend and Stay1750000000000000
     

    Illuminated Flexible-Shaft Magnetic Retrievers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Illuminated Flexible-Shaft Magnetic Retrievers.
    LEDs light the magnetized tip.
    Bend and Stay—Bend-and-stay retrievers flex into position and stay there.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Head
    Dia.
    Material
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Magnet
    Shape
    Batteries
    Included
    Each
    Bend and Stay
    23"51/2"Aluminum175RoundYes0000000000000
     

    Easy-Release Magnetic Retrievers

    Image of Product. With One Magnet. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Easy-Release Magnetic Retrievers, Fixed Length, 1 Magnet, Round Magnet.
    Image of Product. With Two Magnets. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Easy-Release Magnetic Retrievers, Fixed Length, 2 Magnets, Round Magnet.

    With One Magnet

    With Two Magnets

    Often used to pick up steel sheets, the magnet holds material until you press the lever to disengage it.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    No. of
    Magnets
    Magnet
    Shape
    Material
    Flexibility
    Head
    Dia.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
    Fixed Length
    12"51RoundStainless SteelRigid1"8000000000000000
    14"102RoundStainless SteelRigid1"800000000000000
     

    Easy-Release Flexible-Shaft Magnetic Retrievers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Easy-Release Flexible-Shaft Magnetic Retrievers.
    Push the plunger to engage the magnet; release to disengage.
    Bend and Stay—Bend-and-stay retrievers flex into position and stay there.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Head
    Dia.
    Material
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Magnet
    Shape
    Each
    Bend and Stay
    24"31/2"Steel140Round0000000000000
     

    High-Visibility Magnetic Retrievers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. High-Visibility Magnetic Retrievers.
    A fluorescent orange handle makes these retrievers stand out, so they’re less likely to be misplaced.
    Adjustable Length—Adjustable-length retrievers have a telescoping shaft to extend your reach.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Magnet
    Shape
    Material
    Flexibility
    Color
    Head
    Dia.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
    Adjustable Length
    6" to 26"2RoundPlastic-Coated BrassRigidFluorescent Orange5/16"1750000000000000
     

    Picks with Magnetic Retriever

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Picks. 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.
    Handle
    Style
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull, ozf
    Grip Style
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Each
    Hook Tip
    Straight7"6Knurled HeadSteelAluminum000000000000
     

    Magnetic Chip Collectors

    Image of ProductInUse. Collector Shown Magnetized. Front orientation. Magnetic Chip Collectors.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnetic Chip Collectors.

    Collector Shown Magnetized

    Magnetized on all sides, these wand-like tools remove steel chips from machinery, the floor, and your clothing. Pull the plunger to demagnetize and drop the chips into your collection bin.
    Lg.
    Overall
    Shaft
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Head
    Dia.
    Material
    Flexibility
    Magnet
    Shape
    Each
    15 1/2"6 3/4"1415/16"SteelRigidRound0000000000000
    39"32 5/8"41/2"Stainless Steel
    		RigidRound000000000000
    41 1/4"35 1/2"1415/16"SteelRigidRound000000000000

    Electrically Insulating Flexible-Shaft Magnetic Retrievers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Electrically Insulating Flexible-Shaft Magnetic Retrievers.
    Protect against accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These insulated retrievers are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505.
    Bend and Stay—Bend-and-stay retrievers flex into position and stay there.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Head
    Dia.
    Material
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Magnet
    Shape
    Each
    Bend and Stay
    18"51/2"Plastic155Round0000000000000
     

    Illuminated Magnetic Retrievers

    Image of Product. Brass. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Illuminated Magnetic Retrievers, Adjustable Length, Round Magnet, Brass.
    Image of Product. Steel. Front orientation. Magnetic Retrievers. Illuminated Magnetic Retrievers, Adjustable Length, Round Magnet, Steel.

    Brass

    Steel

    LEDs light the magnetized tip for picking up screws, nuts, and other small steel objects in dark areas.
    Adjustable Length—Adjustable-length retrievers have a telescoping shaft to extend your reach.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Magnet
    Shape
    Material
    Flexibility
    Head
    Dia.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Batteries
    Included
    Each
    Adjustable Length
    8" to 26"5RoundBrassRigid1/2"175Yes0000000000000
    8" to 33"8RoundSteelRigid3/4"175Yes000000000000
     

    Pick Sets with Magnetic Retrievers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Picks. 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.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Includes
    Max. Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Overall
    Lg.
    Grip Style
    Handle
    Material
    Container
    Type
    Each
    Straight Handle
    44 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    		1.54 3/4"Knurled HeadAluminumPlastic Pouch0000000000000
     
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