Part Number 110174
Revision Date, July 7, 2008
MagSquare Usage Manual
Never before have such versatile and powerful magnets had ON/OFF control with such ease. MagSquare is a multi-purpose
Workholding/Clamping tool with uses limited only by your imagination. Whether using it as a positioning aide, mounting tools to the
magnet, or installing the magnet into a fixture, you now have a versatile Workholding tool that will last for many years.
Ideal for holding material in place when on any cast iron or steel surface including;
9Table Saw
9Planer
9Jointer
9Shaper
9Steel Router Table top
9Band Saws
9Drill Presses
9Steel Fit-Up Table
9Welding Table
9Steel Pipe
9Flat Stock
9Bar Stock
9Angle Iron
9Structural Steel
9Vehicle Frame/Chassis
9Shop Machinery
9And more!
¾MagSquares are precision machined to hold Ferromagnetic material at 90 angles. They are perfectly suited to work-holding applications when you are
holding any Ferro-Magnetic substance such as steel plate, angle iron, pipe, and rod and bar stock.
¾While the greatest holding power is straight down to the table, the two sides of the MagSquare that have arches in the bottom have very powerful magnetic
attraction forces as well. This allows for Multi-Plane work holding for fit-up at precise 90 degree angles. See Illustration on last page.
¾Ferromagnetic Metals will be lightly held on the two non-arched sides as well.
¾When used for material holding for metals that are to be welded, be careful not to overheat the magnets. Temperatures above 176 degrees internal will
permanently degrade the magnetic power and holding strength. Magswitch recommends a tack weld only to keep the heat transfer to a minimum. To help
reduce heat buildup, keep the MagSquare at least 3 inches from the welding point and remove after the tack weld.
¾Attaching Ferromagnetic metals to the sides of the MagSquare will reduce the magnetic hold of the bottom as this force is now shared among more than one
direction.
¾The holes are approximately ¼ inch deep, please add this amount to the thickness of your attached material to determine the fastener length required.
Industrial/Fabrication Applications:
MagSquares are ideal for replacing many types of clamps in a repetitive assembly or fabrication shop
application.
9Cost Savings. Green. Requiring no electricity to turn on and OFF, they save money and are not affected by power loss.
9Enduring. MagSquares can be left on indefinitely for long working times.
9Ergonomics and Safety. Unlike standard hand clamps, MagSquares are easily positioned precisely as needed, and require little effort to turn on/OFF.
Reduce chances of repetitive stress and hand injuries from clamping.
9Precise Positioning. Varying hold force throughout the actuation cycle from OFF to ON, Precise positioning is achieved through adjusting the hold force
while moving your material.
9Non Marring Unlike traditional clamps, MagSquares will hold materials at any angle without damaging or marring the surfaces.
9When attached to a Ferromagnetic repetitive assembly fixture for permanent or semi-permanent mounting, insert a non-Ferromagnetic spacer between the
MagSquare and the Ferromagnetic metal frame. This will ensure that maximum magnetic energy is directed into the bottom of the housing.
9MagSquares can easily be mounted or used lying on their sides, either on a steel fit-up table or in an assembly fixture. This allows for maximum magnetic
hold to be in a direction of your choosing.
9MagSquares are ideal for clean up after work. Picks up nuts, bolts, screws, scrap metal and shavings. Turn the MagSquare OFF to instantly release the
material, wipe off any remaining shavings and it is ready for use again.
9Makes a perfect repetitive work stop when attached to any Ferromagnetic table top or vise.
Automotive and Body Shop Applications:
9Quick, Strong Workholding. Ideal for holding and aligning parts when assembling a frame or chassis. Anytime a quick weld or precise assembly is
required- MagSquare is the answer!
9Support Large Awkward Parts. Use one or more MagSquares to create a powerful support hold when working underneath a vehicle. Perfect for
Mufflers, CV Axles, calipers and more. Always attach to clean metal and test to ensure holding strength.
9Perfect as a third hand when installing lines, exhaust pipes, mufflers, axles etc… Attach a chain or hook to the sides for added support opportunities.
9Attach a hook or chain material to the sides to hang parts or larger items during install and repair.
9Precision. Precisely positioned on metal surfaces, perfect for use to align and weld on parts. With multi-plane work holding capability, the MagSquare will
hold most weld on parts securely to the side, while remaining positioned on the frame. Magswitch recommends that a tack weld be used to avoid
overheating the MagSquare.
9Ideal for holding small tools, fasteners and Ferromagnetic parts when working under a hood or vehicle. Two sides are magnetic!
9Perfect for clean up after the job is done. Turn the MagSquare OFF to release all of the scrap, parts and shavings, wipe clean and it is ready for use.
Magswitch Limited Warranty
Magswitch products are covered by a One Year Limited Warranty on Material and Workmanship. Warranty is Non-Transferable. Magswitch reserves the right to
inspect all product claims under warranty. Any alteration of the device voids this warranty.
User assumes all risk for the proper use of this device and for ensuring product suitability for intended application.
This warranty shall not cover any incidental or consequential damages due to the improper use or failure of this device.
All Magswitch products are covered under International and U.S. Patents 6,707,360 & 7,012,495. Add’l patents pending.
