Magswitch is the leader in switchable magnetic welding technology. Give your crew faster setups, safer handling, and repeatable precision that cuts labor time, increases throughput, and puts more profit on every job.
Three principles built into every Magswitch tool — and the reason fabrication shops, welding operations, and shipyards move more work across the same floor with the crew they already have.
Switchable magnets eliminate the pinch points and manual strain that come with hooks, chains, and clamps. Power on, power off — with fail-safe holding force that stays locked even in harsh conditions. Magnetic ground clamps add a secure electrical connection, and because the magnet switches off, your workspace stays clear of debris.
Safer, Cleaner OperationsNo fiddling with clamps. No tacking on ground tabs you'll grind off later. Position the part, twist the knob, and start welding. Repositioning mid-job takes seconds instead of a full teardown — which means less fatigue over a shift and more billable hours out of the same crew.
Magnets at ShipyardsA rock-solid magnetic hold keeps parts from shifting under the torch, so joints land where you laid them out. True 45°, 90°, and multi-angle positioning means consistent results across every piece in the run — and dramatically less rework.
Squares That Improve AccuracyEvery tool below is built on those three principles.
The most versatile workholding and fixturing tool on the market. MagSquares align and secure flat or round steel to fabricate angles, pull corners square, hold material for cutting, and act as a guide for building your own fixtures. Multiplane magnetic grip on five sides means one tool handles the job of several clamps.
Stop hunting for a ground location or tacking on ground tabs. Place it on flat or round steel, twist it on, and weld — no cables to route, no tabs to grind off after.
Downward-pressure magnetic clamps for building your own jigs, fences, and work supports. Drill a hole in your fixture, drop in the MagJig, and it holds with switchable magnetic force.
Portable magnetic vises and multi-angle tools that switch on and off — no bolting to a bench required. Set up in seconds for cutting, grinding, drilling, and beveling, then carry the tool to the next job.
Magswitch welding and fabrication tools use a mechanical on/off switch to control up to 1,000+ pounds of holding force, with no cords, no batteries, and no continuous power draw. Turn the knob, the magnet grips; turn it back, the part releases clean.
From squaring up angle iron to grounding a welding table to clamping a jig fixture, these tools cut setup time on nearly every job in the shop, and they hold their strength for decades of daily use.
Every Magswitch welding and fabrication tool works the same simple way, no matter which one is on your bench.
See why shops are replacing slow C-clamps, tack welds, and improvised grounding setups.
Switchable electro-permanent magnets outperform traditional clamps, tack welds, and single-pole magnets across the metrics that matter on a shop floor.
Real demonstrations of MagSquares, ground clamps, and MagJigs in welding bays and fabrication shops.
Deeper reads on magnetic tooling, welding accuracy, and real-world fabrication applications.
Common questions about Magswitch welding and fabrication tools.
A twist of the built-in knob mechanically rotates internal magnets to either channel their field into the base plate (magnet on) or redirect it away from the working surface (magnet off). No electricity is involved, so there is no power source to plug in, charge, or maintain.
When switched fully off, the magnetic field is redirected away from the work surface, so the tool releases cleanly without leaving the part magnetized the way some always-on magnets can.
The magnetic ground clamps attach to flat or round steel surfaces and ground instantly once switched on, eliminating the need to search for or fabricate a separate ground location. An optimized fin design also helps keep the clamp running cooler during extended use.
Yes, when matched to the right application. Magswitch offers tools built with different magnet material grades so holding force is maintained even in the elevated temperatures common around welding and cutting operations. Contact our team if you need guidance on a specific high-heat application.
It depends on material thickness, orientation, and whether the load is static or subject to vibration or shock from grinding and cutting. As a general guide, thinner sheet and lighter fixturing work well with the smaller MagSquare 165 or MagJig 95, while structural steel and heavier plate call for the MagSquare 1000. Our team can help you size the right tool for your material.
Every Magswitch tool carries a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects (normal wear and misuse are not covered). If something isn't right, our support team issues a return merchandise authorization and takes it from there — just reach out within 48 hours of receiving your order to start the process.
Yes. MagJigs in particular are designed to be dropped into a shop-built fixture: drill a mounting hole, insert the MagJig, and it provides switchable downward-pressure clamping. MagSquares include pre-tapped mounting holes on multiple sides for the same purpose.
Magswitch tools use high-quality neodymium and samarium cobalt magnet materials known for long-term durability, with only a fraction of a percent of magnetic strength lost per year. With normal shop use, tools are built to hold their rated force for decades — backed by 65+ patents in switchable magnetic technology and two decades of engineering since the company's founding in 2005.
Yes. Our team works with fabrication shops, welding operations, and shipyards on volume orders and custom-engineered magnetic tooling. Reach out through the contact form below to start the conversation.
Tell us where your crew loses time. Our team will help you match the right MagSquare, ground clamp, and MagJig to your material, workflow, and production goals.
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