An excavator magnet, commonly known as an excavator electromagnetic chuck or excavator electromagnet, is a specialized attachment mounted on the excavator boom. It utilizes electromagnetic principles to generate a strong magnetic force for attracting and transporting ferromagnetic materials. Its core function is to replace manual labor and traditional tools, enabling the rapid loading, unloading, and transfer of scrap steel, rebar, steel plates, and iron blocks. It is widely used in scrap yards, steel mills, demolition sites, and concrete dismantling, and is one of the core pieces of equipment in the engineering field. In terms of appearance, the excavator magnet is round or square, with a high-strength metal shell coated with an anti-rust and wear-resistant layer. The edges are reinforced with NM400 wear-resistant plates. The overall structure is compact, and it connects to the excavator boom via a quick connector for easy installation and replacement. The panel is precision-machined with a flatness of ≤0.03mm/m, ensuring full contact with materials and improving adsorption efficiency. It can quickly attract and transport scrap iron, steel, and rebar ends, significantly reducing labor costs and improving work efficiency, making it an essential piece of equipment for small and medium-sized enterprises and construction teams. Contact us now for more product information.
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How to Choose the Right YG Excavator Magnet? View the Specific Parameters Now
| Item/Model | Unit | YGML02 | YGML04 | YGML06 | YGML08 | YGML10 | YGML14 | YGML20 |
| Suitable Excavator | ton | 4-6 | 7-11 | 12-16 | 17-23 | 24-30 | 31-40 | 41-50 |
| Weight | kg | 1400 | 1500 | 1890 | 2000 | 2200 | 2500 | 2800 |
| Power | kW | 5 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 15 | 15 |
| Outer Diameter | mm | 700 | 800 | 900 | 1100 | 1200 | 1300 | 1400 |
| Working Flow | lpm | 30-55 | 50-100 | 90-110 | 100-140 | 130-170 | 200-250 | 250-320 |
| Working Pressure | bar | 170 | 180 | 190 | 200 | 210 | 250 | 250 |
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What Are the Core Functions of the YG Excavator Magnet?
- Strong magnetic adsorption, stable and secure: Rated suction power reaches 800-3500kg (depending on model), with an adsorption density ≥18kg/cm². It can absorb multiple steel bars and iron blocks at once without falling off during handling, adapting to complex operation needs.
- Quick changeover, multi-purpose: Compatible with excavator quick-change systems, allowing for switching with excavator pile drivers, pile breaker, and other attachments within 5 minutes, requiring no additional modifications and improving equipment utilization.
- Convenient operation, intelligent control: Equipped with a digital control panel, adjustable suction power, supports manual/automatic modes, and one-button charging and demagnetizing. Novice operators can operate it quickly after simple training.
- Adaptable to all working conditions, durable and robust: Fully sealed, waterproof, and dustproof design, suitable for operation in rainy and dusty environments; high-temperature resistant models can withstand material temperatures ≤600℃, and submersible models can adapt to water depths ≤100m, suitable for complex outdoor construction environments.
- Energy-efficient and low-maintenance: Utilizing high-efficiency coils and an energy-saving control system, energy consumption is 25% lower than traditional hydraulic suction cups; fewer vulnerable parts, simple maintenance, and replacement costs are only 1/3 of those of hydraulic suction cups.
- Safe and reliable with comprehensive protection: Equipped with overload protection, demagnetization alarm, and anti-detachment devices to prevent materials from falling and injuring personnel; the shell features an impact-resistant design, adaptable to complex outdoor construction environments.
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What Are the Suitable Scenarios for YG Excavator Magnets? Covering 8 Major Application Areas
- Scrap yards/Scrap steel processing: Used for the adsorption, handling, and sorting of scrap steel, rebar ends, iron blocks, and steel plates. It is a core piece of equipment in scrap yards, improving scrap processing efficiency.
- Steel mills/Steel processing: Used for loading and unloading raw materials and handling finished products in steel mills, as well as for waste cleaning and recycling in steel processing plants, improving production efficiency and adapting to the high-frequency operation requirements of hydraulic magnets for excavators.
- Demolition sites/Concrete dismantling: Used for the adsorption and handling of rebar and iron blocks in demolition projects. Works in conjunction with excavator pile drivers and pile breakers to complete demolition operations, improving demolition efficiency.
- Port terminals/Logistics yards: Used for cleaning scrap steel inside port containers, loading and unloading steel, and material transfer in logistics yards, adapting to the operation requirements of large excavators.
- Infrastructure/Road Construction: Used for cleaning rebar scrap and handling steel materials in infrastructure projects, improving project progress, and adapting to complex outdoor working environments.
- Mining/Ore Processing: Used for adsorption and screening of iron ore in mines, and for cleaning and handling mine waste, helping to improve mining efficiency.
- Shipbuilding/Dismantling: Used for steel loading and unloading and waste recycling in shipbuilding, and for adsorption and handling of rebar and iron blocks in ship dismantling, adaptable to high-temperature and high-humidity working environments.
- Recycling: Used for the sorting and handling of scrap iron and steel in recycling companies, achieving resource recycling and improving recycling efficiency.
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Dubai, UAE Scrap Metal Processing Company Excavator Magnet Application Case
Client Background: A small to medium-sized scrap metal processing company in Dubai, UAE, primarily handles the cleaning and recycling of scrap steel and construction waste. They required highly efficient material handling equipment. Previously, they used manual handling and ordinary grab buckets, which resulted in low efficiency, high labor costs, and significant operational safety risks. After comparing multiple suppliers, they chose the YG excavator magnet to improve operational efficiency and reduce operating costs.
Problems Faced:
- Large volume of scrap steel to process; manual handling was inefficient and could not meet the client’s delivery time requirements.
- Ordinary grab buckets had poor suction, were prone to leakage, and resulted in high operational losses.
- High labor costs; during peak seasons, a large number of temporary workers were needed, creating significant cost pressure.
- A complex operating environment; equipment adapted to high temperatures and dusty conditions was required.
Solution: YG recommended the standard excavator magnet (compatible with 20-ton excavators), improving suction stability; featuring a fully sealed, waterproof, and dustproof design suitable for Dubai’s high-temperature environment; equipped with quick connectors for rapid connection to existing excavators; and providing free operation training and lifetime after-sales support. Usage Results: Operational efficiency was significantly improved, increasing scrap steel processing capacity from 80 tons to 220 tons per day, meeting customer delivery deadlines; labor costs were reduced by 70%, requiring only one operator; the adsorption effect was excellent, with no material leakage, reducing operational losses by 50%; the equipment is durable and robust, operating continuously for 6 months without major malfunctions, resulting in high customer satisfaction.
Customer Testimonial: “YG’s excavator magnet perfectly solved all our pain points in scrap processing. It has strong suction, is easy to operate, and can adapt to high-temperature environments. Direct from the manufacturer, the price is transparent, and the after-sales service is prompt. It’s the ideal equipment for our scrap processing!
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FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions about Excavator Magnets
A1: Yes. We offer a hydraulic magnet for excavators with a built-in hydraulic generator. It connects directly to the excavator’s breaker line, using hydraulic power to generate electricity, without requiring modifications to the excavator’s electrical system.
A2: No. Electromagnetic chucks can only pick up ferromagnetic metals such as iron, cobalt, and nickel. For stainless steel (304/316, etc., non-magnetic) or aluminum, we recommend using our mechanical grab bucket.
A3: Our chuck undergoes special vacuum potting and multiple sealing treatments, providing a very high level of protection, allowing for cleaning operations in shallow water areas.
A4: No. Our hydraulic generators are equipped with relief valves and pressure compensation devices to protect the excavator’s hydraulic system from pressure fluctuations.
A5: Possible causes include unstable voltage, coil overheating, or severe electrode wear. We recommend checking the control cabinet output voltage or contacting our technical team for remote diagnostics.
A6: Yes, we not only provide excavator magnet attachments, but also various specifications of electromagnetic lifters suitable for overhead cranes and cranes.
