When lifting heavy steel loads (whether flat plates, strips, profiles or coils) safety and control are crucial. At MAGBAT-Europe, we design electro-permanent lifting magnets that are built to handle these tasks with maximum reliability, precision, and efficiency.
But just how much weight can these systems handle? Below you’ll find a comprehensive explanation, including the lifting capacities per product type, key influencing factors, and examples from our product range.
TL;DR:
MAGBAT lifting magnets can standard handle loads from 500 kg up to 50,000 kg, depending on the type of beam, the application, and the thickness and dimensions of the steel.
What types of lifting magnets are available and how do their capacities vary?
MAGBAT offers multiple product series tailored to different lifting needs. Below is an overview of typical capacity ranges:
Series | Application | Capacity range |
Fixed beam for lifting steel plates and strips ≥ 5 mm | 2,500 – 24,000 kg (higher capacities on demand) | |
Telescopic beam for large steel plates in various lengths ≥ 5 mm | 5,000 – 50,000 kg (higher capacities on demand) | |
Fixed beam for thin steel sheets ≥ 3 mm with adjustable pick-up force | 500 – 4,000 kg | |
Fixed beam for vertical lifting and tilting of steel sheets and strips | 4,000 – 12,000 kg (higher capacities on demand) | |
Beam for loading/unloading cutting machines in one movement | 1,000 – 11,500 kg (higher capacities on demand) | |
Beam with deep magnetic field for lifting stacks of steel sheets | 2,500 – 17,000 kg (higher capacities on demand) | |
Beam for lifting HEA, HEB, IPE and IPN profiles | 1,300 – 5,200 kg |
Each system is built and configured based on specific project parameters such as dimensions, material thickness, surface condition, and magnet layout.
What is the maximum lifting capacity of MAGBAT magnets?
The highest capacity currently available in the MAGBAT range is 50,000 kg and more, made possible with the HM2-16-500 telescopic electro-permanent magnetic beam. This system is designed for large, heavy steel plates up to 16 meters in length and 4200 mm in width.
What factors influence the lifting capacity?
The maximum safe lifting capacity depends on several technical variables:
- Material type: not all steel grades respond equally to magnetism.
- Material thickness: thicker materials provide better magnetic contact.
- Contact surface: flat, clean surfaces allow for stronger adhesion.
- Air gap: any space between the magnet and the workpiece reduces force. That’s why all systems are designed with a safety factor of 3:1 measured at a minimum 0.4 mm air gap.
- Load dimensions: longer or wider plates require more modules to avoid deflection.
- Number and layout of magnetic modules: all systems are modular and adjustable to the application.
Can MAGBAT electro permanent lifting magnets lift thin steel sheets?
Yes. The HM3 series is specifically developed for handling thin steel sheets starting from 3 mm. It features a 4-level PICK-UP force selector, allowing the magnet to lift just one single sheet from a stack.
With up to 24 magnet modules (as in the HM3-12-040), this system can safely lift thin sheets up to 4,000 kg, without sagging or accidental pickup of multiple sheets.
What about coils, tubes, billets, or round parts?
MAGBAT also designs custom magnetic modules for lifting irregular or cylindrical workpieces:
- HC series: lifting steel coils (horizontal or vertical eye)
- HT series: handling tubes and pipe bundles, without damaging coatings or paint
- HB series: for slabs and billets with large air gaps
- HR series: lifting cylindrical rounds with integrated V-profile for centering
Lifting capacities for these systems are tailored per application and available on request.
Are MAGBAT lifting systems safe?
Safety is built into every MAGBAT system:
- Safety Factor 3:1: all systems are engineered to lift only 1/3 of their tested holding force.
- Permanent magnetic force: no power is needed to keep the load secured.
- Landing detection system: prevents demagnetization while suspended in air.
- SPC (System Performance Check): monitors magnet status in real-time.
- Double-button control: prevents accidental demag.
- Visual LED status: operator may only lift when green light is continuously on.
- Remote operation: allows control from a safe distance.
Even during a power failure, the magnetic grip remains active, ensuring 100% safe lifting at all times.
Can MAGBAT provide custom-built lifting magnets?
Absolutely. MAGBAT designs lifting solutions tailored to your unique needs whether that includes non-standard dimensions, higher capacities, special suspensions, integration with cutting machines, or automation-ready systems.
Custom sizes, configurations, and capacities are always available on request.
Need more technical detail? Explore the full lifting capacities per MAGBAT product series
Looking for detailed product data? Below you’ll find a full technical overview to help you compare models, check lifting capacities and select the right system for your application.
Other dimensions available on request.
For lifting steel plates and strips ≥ 5 mm
| Модель | SWL (кг) | Мин. Толщина (мм) | Width min – max (mm) | Length min – max (mm) | Кол-во Модули EPM | Вес (кг) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HM1-03-025 | 2.500 | 3 | 500 – 2.000 | 500 – 3.000 | 4 | 450 |
| HM1-04-040 | 4.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 250 – 4.000 | 4 | 450 |
| HM1-06-030 | 3.000 | 5 | 500 – 3200 | 500 – 6.000 | 6 | 900 |
| HM1-06-060 | 6.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 500 – 6.000 | 6 | 1.000 |
| HM1-06-090 | 9.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 500 – 6.000 | 6 | 1.100 |
| HM1-06-240 | 24.000 | 8 | 580 – 3.200 | 500 – 6.000 | 6 | 1.600 |
| HM1-09-050 | 5.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 2350 – 9000 | 8 | 1.200 |
| HM1-09-080 | 8.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 2350 – 9000 | 8 | 1.300 |
| HM1-09-100 | 10.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 2350 – 9000 | 8 | 1.400 |
| HM1-09-120 | 12.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 2350 – 9000 | 8 | 1.500 |
| HM1-09-160 | 16.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 2350 – 9000 | 8 | 1.600 |
| HM1-12-050 | 5.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 5.000 – 12.000 | 10 | 1.600 |
| HM1-12-080 | 8.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 5.000 – 12.000 | 10 | 1.800 |
| HM1-12-100 | 10.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 5.000 – 12.000 | 10 | 2.000 |
| HM1-12-150 | 15.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 5.000 – 12.000 | 10 | 2.200 |
| HM1-12-200 | 20.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 5.000 – 12.000 | 10 | 2.400 |
| HM1-12-240 | 24.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 6.000 – 12.000 | 12 | 2.800 |
| HM1-16-100 | 10.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.500 | 2.900 – 16.000 | 12 | 2.600 |
| HM1-16-140 | 14.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.500 | 2.900 – 16.000 | 12 | 2.700 |
| HM1-16-200 | 20.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.500 | 2.900 – 16.000 | 12 | 2.900 |
| HM1-16-240 | 24.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.500 | 2.900 – 16.000 | 12 | 3.000 |
lifting of steel plates ≥ 5 mm in various lengths
| Модель | SWL (кг) | Мин. Толщина (мм) | Width min – max (mm) | Length min – max (mm) | Кол-во Модули EPM | Вес (кг) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HM2-12-050 | 5.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.000 | 3.000 – 12.000 | 8 | 2.350 |
| HM2-12-080 | 8.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.000 | 3.000 – 12.000 | 8 | 2.500 |
| HM2-12-100 | 10.000 | 5 | 500 – 3000 | 3.000 – 12.000 | 8 | 2.650 |
| HM2-12-120 | 12.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.000 | 3.000 – 12.000 | 8 | 2.800 |
| HM2-12-150 | 15.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.000 | 3.000 – 12.000 | 8 | 2.950 |
| HM2-12-200 | 20.000 | 8 | 500 – 3.200 | 3.000 – 12.000 | 12 | 3.350 |
| HM2-12-240 | 24.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.200 | 3.000 – 12.000 | 12 | 3.550 |
| HM2-16-090 | 9.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.500 | 3.000 – 16.000 | 12 | 3.300 |
| HM2-16-120 | 12.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.500 | 3.000 – 16.000 | 12 | 3.400 |
| HM2-16-160 | 16.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.500 | 3.000 – 16.000 | 12 | 3.600 |
| HM2-16-200 | 20.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.500 | 3.000 – 16.000 | 12 | 3.800 |
| HM2-16-240 | 24.000 | 5 | 500 – 3.500 | 3.000 – 16.000 | 12 | 4.000 |
Lifting of thin steel plates ≥ 3mm
| Модель | SWL (кг) | Мин. Толщина (мм) | Width min – max (mm) | Length min – max (mm) | Кол-во Модули EPM | Вес (кг) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HM3-03-010 | 1.000 | 3 | 1.000 – 2.500 | 500 – 3.000 | 6 | 550 |
| HM3-06-020 | 2.000 | 3 | 1.000 – 2.500 | 1.000 – 6.000 | 12 | 700 |
| HM3-09-030 | 3.000 | 3 | 1.000 – 2.500 | 1.000 – 9.000 | 18 | 1.000 |
| HM3-12-040 | 4.000 | 3 | 1.000 – 2.500 | 1.000 – 12.000 | 24 | 1.300 |
Loading and unloading cutting machines in one move
КИСЛОРОДНАЯ И ПЛАЗМЕННАЯ РЕЗКА
| Модель | Макс. Длина (мм) | Макс. Ширина (мм) | Толщина (мм) | Мин. отрезанные части (мм) | Грузоподъемность (кг) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HM5-03-015/P | 3.000 | 1.500 | 5 – 40 | 250*250 | 1.500 |
| HM5-06-040/P | 6.000 | 2.000 | 5 – 40 | 250*250 | 4.000 |
| HM5-06-060/P | 6.000 | 2.500 | 5 – 40 | 250*250 | 6.000 |
| HM5-09-085/P | 9.000 | 3.000 | 5 – 40 | 250*250 | 8.500 |
| HM5-12-115/P | 12.000 | 3.000 | 5 – 40 | 250*250 | 11.500 |
ЛАЗЕРКУТИРОВАНИЕ
| Модель | Макс. Длина (мм) | Макс. Ширина (мм) | Толщина (мм) | Мин. отрезанные части (мм) | Грузоподъемность (кг) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HM5-03-015/L | 3.000 | 1.500 | 1,5-30 | 80*80 | 1.000 |
| HM5-06-020/L | 6.000 | 1.500 | 1,5-30 | 80*80 | 2.000 |
| HM5-06-030/L | 6.000 | 2.000 | 1,5-30 | 80*80 | 3.000 |
| HM5-09-040/L | 9.000 | 2.000 | 1,5-30 | 80*80 | 4.000 |
РЕЗКА ОКИСИ
| Модель | Макс. Длина (мм) | Макс. Ширина (мм) | Толщина (мм) | Мин. отрезанные части (мм) | Грузоподъемность (кг) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HM5-03-040/O | 3.000 | 2.000 | 5-80 | 300*300 | 4.000 |
| HM5-06-100/O | 6.000 | 2.500 | 5-80 | 300*300 | 10.000 |
Lifting of HEA, HEB, IPE and EPN profiles
| Модель | SWL (кг) | HEA-HEB-IPE-IPN | Length min – max (mm) | Кол-во Модули EPM | Вес (кг) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS-06-013 | 1.300 | 80 – 600 | 1.000 – 6.000 | 2 | 500 |
| HS-12-013 | 1.300 | 80 – 600 | 1.000 – 12.000 | 2 | 490 |
| HS-12-026 | 2.600 | 80 – 600 | 500 – 12.500 | 4 | 900 |
| HS-15-026 | 2.600 | 80 – 600 | 6.500 – 15.000 | 4 | 1.100 |
| HS-18-039 | 3.900 | 80 – 600 | 500 – 12.500 | 6 | 1.400 |
| HS-24-052 | 5.200 | 80 – 600 | 500 – 13.500 | 6 | 2.100 |
Need help choosing the right lifting magnet?
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