Manual Permanent
Lifting Magnets
No power. No battery. No downtime. Rated capacities from 200 lb to 4,400 lb — engineered in the USA and proof-tested to 3.5× capacity per ASME BTH-1.
› More torch-on time — off-load parts as fast as your plasma or laser cuts them
› Fewer touches per lift — from raw stock to finished weldment
› ASME-certified safety — audit-ready documentation on every unit
Engineered to Spec
Precision. Documented. Proven.
Every Permadur manual magnet is engineered to exact dimensional and load specifications, proof-tested to 3.5× rated capacity, and documented to ASME BTH-1 standards. Full spec sheets ship with every unit and are available on request.
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ASME BTH-1 Certified |
3.5× Proof-Test Ratio |
USA Engineered Since 1972 |
REM Models
Manually Controlled Permanent Lifting Magnets — Flats & Rounds
| Model # | List Price |
Availability | Order | Flat Steel Rating(s) |
Round Steel Rating(s) | Min. Thickness Req'd (in) |
Dimensions | Magnet Weight (lbs) |
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| Rated Capacity (lbs) |
Rated Lifting Cap (lbs) |
Max Dia. (in) |
Max Length (in) |
Overall Length (in) |
Pole Length (in) |
Overall Height (in) |
Overall Width (in) |
Pole Width (in) |
Pole Length (in) |
Bale Height (in) |
Bale Width (in) |
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| A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | ||||||||||
| REM-250 | $390.00 | In Stock | Buy Now › | 250 | 132 | 6 | 20 | 9⁄16 | 4.2 | 3.3 | 5 | 4.8 | 2.4 | 2.8 | 1.8 | 1.2 | 5.5 |
| REM-800 | $795.00 | In Stock | Buy Now › | 800 | 400 | 9 7⁄8 | 32 | 1 | 7.1 | 6.1 | 6.2 | 7.3 | 3.5 | 3.7 | 2 | 1.6 | 19 |
| REM-1500 | $1,130.00 | In Stock | Buy Now › | 1500 | 800 | 13 7⁄8 | 48 | 1 1⁄8 | 10 | 8.8 | 8.4 | 10.4 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 3 | 2 | 46 |
| REM-2500 | $2,025.00 | In Stock | Buy Now › | 2500 | 1320 | 17 7⁄8 | 60 | 1 9⁄16 | 11.5 | 10.1 | 11.3 | 14.8 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 3.8 | 3.4 | 101 |
| REM-5000 | $2,990.00 | In Stock | Buy Now › | 5000 | 2640 | 21 5⁄8 | 70 | 2 1⁄8 | 16.6 | 15 | 14 | 20.3 | 8.5 | 8.5 | 4.1 | 4.8 | 260 |
Rated capacity is based on F2 Hot Rolled surface conditions. Contact Permadur for applicable derating factors when handling thinner plate or materials with varying surface conditions.
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Tell us how much you need to lift and we'll recommend the right REM model — sized with the required 2× safety factor built in.
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Built for Where Power Isn’t
No Power Required
A single lever engages a permanent magnetic field — no electrical hookups, no batteries to charge, no risk of dropping a load during a power interruption. Ideal for field service, remote jobsites, and shops where every plug counts.
Fail-Safe by Design
Because the magnetic field is generated by permanent magnets — not electricity — the load stays attached even if the crane loses power. Every Permadur manual magnet is proof-tested to 3.5× rated capacity per ASME BTH-1 standards.
Lowest Total Cost
No batteries to replace. No control boxes to service. No wiring to inspect. Manual magnets are a one-time investment that lasts 20+ years with routine maintenance — and Permadur services and recertifies every unit we build.
Manual, Electro, or Battery —
Which Magnet Fits Your Operation?
The best magnet for your shop depends on how often you lift, where you lift, and what happens if power fails. Here’s how the three families stack up.
Power source
Fail-safe on power loss
Best for
Capacity range
Setup time
Cycle limit
Best surface
Ongoing cost
MANUAL
None — mechanical
✓ Load stays engaged
Field, shop, low-cycle
200 – 4,400 lb
Instant
Unlimited
Clean, flat steel
Minimal
ELECTRO
110V / 220V AC
✓ Load stays engaged
High-cycle production
500 – 20,000+ lb
Wiring / control box
Duty-cycle rated
Clean steel, thin OK
Electricity + service
BATTERY
Rechargeable Li-ion
✓ Load stays engaged
Mobile, remote work
500 – 10,000 lb
Instant (charged)
Battery run-time
Clean steel
Battery replacement
Manual Lifting Magnet Applications
Round Bar & Pipe
Curved shoe design lifts round stock from 1″ to 12″ diameter without slings.
Steel Plate & Sheet
Rated capacity holds full at 3/8″ thickness and above on clean, low-carbon steel.
Structural Steel Beams & Angle
Engages flat surfaces of I-beams, channels, and angle iron in fab and erection.
Die & Mold Handling
Precision engagement for machine shop and tool-and-die work.
Field Service
Portable enough for millwright, ironworker, and repair crews on any site.
Fabrication Staging
Move raw stock into position and off the burn table without slings or chain.
Not Sure Which Magnet Fits Your Load?
Send us your material type, plate thickness, and lift weight — we’ll recommend the exact model within one business day. No sales pitch, just an engineered answer.
Manual Lifting Magnet FAQ
What's the difference between a manual and an electro lifting magnet?
How is rated capacity calculated? Do I need a safety factor?
Are Permadur magnets ASME certified?
What surface conditions affect lift capacity?
Do you offer recertification and repair?
How do I choose the right lifting magnet capacity?
Related Lifting Equipment
Electro Lifting Magnets
For high-cycle production and burn table work — battery or AC controlled, radio-remote options.
Vacuum Lifting Systems
For non-ferrous, painted, coated, or thin-plate materials that magnets can’t hold.
Service & Repair
ASME recertification, magnet rebuilds, and inspections — keep your fleet compliant.