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Industrial Magnets, Magnetic Separators, Magnetic Sweepers, Lifting Magnets & Tow-Behind Magnets

EZ-Lift Lifting Magnets

Move the biggest loads with EZ-LIFT!

EZ-LIFT Lifting Magnet lifting a large metal pipeApplications
Use the EZ-LIFT to move plate steel, block or round steel, and iron material in your shop. Super-powerful lifting magnet requires no electricity. It's perfect for loading or unloading most workpieces including press molds, plastic molds, machined parts, etc. Rated for up to 4,400 lbs!

  • Powerful magnet tested to hold OVER THREE TIMES the rated load for maximum safety
  • Rated for loads up to 4,400 lbs.
  • Eliminates dangerous straps and slings
  • Fast, safe, efficient loading and unloading
  • Use our handy application survey to help us determine the correct model for your lifting needs.
  • EZ-Lift accessories include Spreader Bars and Vertical Lifters (see below)

EZ-LIFT Lifting MagnetsNote: On all our lifting magnets there is a built-in safety factor of 3.3 times the rated load. This means that the safety factor is 3.3 times the maximum rated load for each magnet. All Lifting Magnets need a safety rating; do not be misled by magnets without such.
WARNING: Never lift more than the maximum rated load.

Operation
Simply move the lever to the "ON" position to engage the magnet. Spring-loaded lock keeps the magnet engaged until you release it.

ATTENTION: Never move the lever to the "ON" position unless the magnet is placed on an iron or steel object.
 
Lever in the "ON" position. Note the pin safety lock is engaged.		  

Lever in the "OFF" position.
 
Maximum Rated Load Plate Steel
Model Material Maximum
Rated Load		 Minimum
Thickness
ELM-100 plate steel 220 lbs. 0.59"
ELM-300 plate steel 660 lbs. 0.98"
ELM-600 plate steel 1,320 lbs. 1.18"
ELM-1000 plate steel 2,200 lbs. 1.57"
ELM-2000 plate steel 4,400 lbs. 2.16"
Maximum Rated Load Round Steel
Model Material Maximum
Rated Load		 Maximum Diameter Maximum Length
ELM-100 round steel 99 lbs. 5.9" 40"
ELM-300 round steel 300 lbs. 9.8" 60"
ELM-600 round steel 600 lbs. 13.8" 80"
ELM-1000 round steel 990 lbs. 17.8" 98"
ELM-2000 round steel 1980 lbs. 21.6" 118"
Dimensions (inches)
Model A B C D E F G H Wt.
ELM-100 4.2" 3.3" 4.7" 4.9" 2.4" 2.8" 1.6" 1.2" 5.5 lbs.
ELM-300 7.1" 6.1" 6.1" 7.3" 3.6" 3.7" 2.0" 1.6" 18.9 lbs.
ELM-600 10.0" 8.8" 8.3" 10.2" 4.5" 4.7" 3.0" 2.0" 46 lbs.
ELM-1000 11.0" 9.6" 11.3" 14.6" 6.5" 6.7" 3.8" 3.4" 101 lbs.
ELM-2000 16.6" 15.0" 13.7" 20.2" 8.5" 8.5" 4.1" 4.8" 259 lbs.

EZ-LIFT Lifting Magnets Technical Drawing

Lifting power depends upon carbon content of stock, stock thickness, and surface finish.

  Lifting Power by Materials
 
0% 50% 100%
Carbon Content M1
Low Carbon
100%
M2
Moderate Carbon
85%
M3
High Carbon
75%
M4
Cast Iron
70%
  Effect of Surface Finish
 
0% 50% 100% 150%
Surface Finish M1
Ground Surface
 125%
M2
Rough Machined
 100%
M3
Foundry Finish
 90%
M4
~ Rough Cast
65%

Percent of Lifting Power (by thickness of material)

Thickness Depth ELM-100 ELM-300 ELM-600 ELM-1000 ELM-2000
T1 2.36 in 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
T2 2.16 in 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
T3 1.97 in 100% 100% 100% 100% 95%
T4 1.77 in 100% 100% 100% 100% 90%
T5 1.57 in 100% 100% 100% 100% 85%
T6 1.38 in 100% 100% 100% 90% 75%
T7 1.18 in 100% 100% 100% 80% 65%
T8 0.98 in 100% 100% 90% 70% 55%
T9 0.79 in 100% 90% 75% 60% 45%
T10 0.59 in 100% 70% 60% 50% 35%
T11 0.39 in 70% 50% 45% 35% 25%
T12 0.20 in 40% 30% 25% 20% 15%

Calculation Example: ELM-600, rated lifting power is 1,320 lbs. The formula for calculating range of lifting capacity is: T x F x M x Capacity.

T = Thickness
F = Surface Finish
image: EZ-Lift Lifting Magnet Spreader BarsM = Material

ELM-600 Example: T8, F1 and M2
90% x 125% x 85% x 1,320 = 1,263 lbs

EZ-Lift Material Handling Accessories

EZ-Lift Spreader Bars

Spreader bars help keep large or irregular loads under control during transport. You can increase your lifting power by adding more magnets. Includes bar, 1 upper and 2 lower S.P.A. shackles. Order magnets separately.

  • For better overall balance
  • Use with multiple lifters
  • Lifter span adjustable
Model Capacity A B C D E F Weight
ELM-SB250 250 lbs. 36" 18" 12" 5.1" 1.25" .85" 20 lbs.
ELM-SB500 500 lbs. 46" 22" 16" 5.7" 1.35" 1.34" 25 lbs.
ELM-SB1000 1,000 lbs. 72" 36" 24" 6.9" 1.35" 1.34" 65 lbs.
ELM-SB2000 2,000 lbs. 72" 36" 24" 7.3" 2.02" 1.35" 115 lbs.
ELM-SB4000 4,000 lbs. 77" 41" 24" 10.5" 2.43" 1.63" 195 lbs.
ELM-SB8000 8,000 lbs. 96" 48" 24" 12.3" 2.94" 1.78" 300 lbs.
ELM-SB10000 10,000 lbs. 116" 56" 24" 14.7" 3.5" 1.65" 600 lbs.
ELM-SB13500 13,500 lbs. 140" 68" 36" 17.1" 4.0" 2.02" 880 lbs.

EZ-Lift Vertical Lifters

Used for vertical transport of plate stock for fabricating, machining, etc. Includes super-powerful neodymium iron boron lifting magnet that requires no electricity and will never wear out.

Position lifter on stock and turn on magnet. Hoist into vertical position for transport. Always follow operating instructions included.
    Plate Size (L x W x H min/max)
Model Capacity L (min/max) W (min/max) H (min/max)
ELM-300V
660 lbs.
8"/60"
11.8"/31.5"
0.25"/5.9"
ELM-600V
1,320 lbs.
12"/72"
11.8"/39.4"
0.31"/9.8"
ELM-1000V
2,200 lbs.
12.5"/79"
11.8"/39.4"
0.39"/11.8"

EZ-Lift Lifting Magnets line drawing

Model Size L x W x H Weight
ELM-300V
37.5" x 8.5" x 10"
57 lbs.
ELM-600V
46" x 11" x 10"
86 lbs.
ELM-1000V
48" x 14" x 12"
128 lbs.