ON/OFF MAGNETIC BASE WITH - Central Tools

The Central Tools 3D102-03 STORM On/Off Magnetic Base with Flex Arm is an essential tool designed for professional technicians and mechanics requiring precise and stable mounting for diagnostic and measurement equipment. This robust magnetic base offers superior holding power on ferrous surfaces, combined with the convenience of instant attachment and release. Its integrated flexible arm allows for versatile positioning, making it ideal for a wide range of demanding automotive and industrial applications.

Key Features

• Switchable Magnetic Force: Features a powerful permanent magnet with an easy-to-operate ON/OFF switch or knob, allowing for quick and secure attachment or release from any flat or round ferrous metal surface without residual magnetism.
• Flexible Articulating Arm: Equipped with a durable flex arm, this base provides extended reach and multi-directional adjustment, enabling precise positioning of dial indicators, test indicators, or other measurement devices in hard-to-reach areas.
• V-Groove Base Design: The magnetic base often incorporates a V-groove on its underside, ensuring a secure grip on both flat and cylindrical workpieces or engine components.
• Professional-Grade Construction: Built by Central Tools, a trusted manufacturer, this unit features durable materials engineered for the rigors of professional workshops and industrial environments, ensuring long-lasting reliability.
• Enhanced Stability: Provides a strong, dependable hold on steel surfaces, minimizing movement and vibration to ensure consistent and accurate readings during critical measurement tasks.

Applications

This magnetic base with a flexible arm is an invaluable asset for various precision tasks across automotive repair, engine building, machining, and general industrial maintenance. It is commonly used by machinists, quality control technicians, and automotive mechanics for mounting dial indicators to check runout on brake rotors, crankshafts, flywheels, or camshafts. Its robust hold and adjustable arm also make it suitable for positioning probes, small cameras, work lights, or other fixtures where stable, temporary mounting on metal surfaces is required for inspection, assembly, or fabrication processes.