Magnetic Holdfasts | Eclipse Magnetics

Magnetic Holdfasts

For workholding, welding , gripping and assembly

  • Can be built into workholding, handling and assembly fixture to provide a powerful grip
  • Supplied with screw release handle
  • Easy to engage and release, allows adjustment
  • 4 sizes available up to 183Kg holding power

Overview - Magnetic Holdfasts

Holdfast Magnetic Welding Aid

The Holdfast Magnetic Welding Aid is a specialised magnetic positioning tool designed to provide secure, hands-free support for ferrous workpieces during welding, fabrication, assembly, and metalworking operations. Featuring strong embedded magnets and a rugged construction, this welding aid holds steel parts firmly in place so that joints, seams, and assemblies stay precisely aligned while you work.

Engineered for workshop and industrial use, the Holdfast Magnetic Welding Aid offers dependable magnetic retention that simplifies clamping and fixturing tasks — especially when working with awkward shapes, angles, or assemblies that require quick setup and repositioning. Its magnetic hold allows tools, brackets, panels, or frames to be supported without clamps, fixtures, or welding tables, improving workflow speed and reducing setup complexity.

Whether used in fabrication shops, garage projects, or professional welding environments, the Holdfast Magnetic Welding Aid helps deliver consistent positioning, improved accuracy, and greater operator efficiency on a wide range of metalworking tasks.


Typical Applications

The Holdfast Magnetic Welding Aid is commonly used for:

  • Supporting ferrous workpieces during welding, tacking, and joining

  • Positioning panels, brackets, and structural components

  • Temporary fixturing during assembly and fabrication

  • Holding irregular or awkward shapes without traditional clamps

  • Workshop, garage, and maintenance welding tasks

Its magnetic design enables quick attachment and release, making it ideal when frequent repositioning or adjustment is needed.


Why Choose a Holdfast Magnetic Welding Aid

The Holdfast Magnetic Welding Aid combines strong magnetic holding power, durable construction, and ease of use in a simple, practical tool. The embedded magnets provide confident support on steel and other ferrous surfaces, while the welding aid’s design reduces the need for additional fixtures or complex clamping setups. This makes it a valuable accessory for welders, fabricators, technicians, and hobbyists who require efficient and reliable magnetic support during metalworking operations.


Key Benefits

  • Powerful magnetic hold – secure support for ferrous workpieces

  • Hands-free positioning – simplifies welding and assembly setup

  • Durable construction – built for workshop and fabrication environments

  • Quick setup and repositioning – magnetic attachment and release

  • Versatile use – welding, fabrication, assembly, and maintenance

Model Variations

Product NumberDiameter (mm)Height (mm)Fixing holes PCD (mm)HolesWeight (kg)Pull force (kg)
E93944.544.531.752 x M80.620
E9405449.238.12 x M81.040
E9417064.550.82 x M82.088
E942101.674.669.03 N/A4.7183

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