General 384N Magnetic Retrieving Tool 2 Lb Pull

Product Description

The GENERAL 384N is a flex-o-stiff magnetic retrieving tool designed to recover ferrous hardware and small metal components from confined or hard-to-reach spaces. It extends from 18 inches collapsed to a range of 25 to nearly 36 inches, giving technicians the reach needed inside equipment cabinets, ductwork access areas, conduit trenches, and mechanical spaces. The magnetic head delivers up to 2 pounds of pull force and measures 9/32 inch in diameter, making it narrow enough to fit through tight openings. The tool weighs approximately 0.38 pounds, keeping hand fatigue low during repeated use. Licensed tradespeople and skilled maintenance personnel across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and pool service trades rely on this type of tool daily.

This magnetic retrieving tool suits a wide range of trade applications where dropped fasteners, screws, nuts, bolts, or small metal fittings need to be retrieved without disassembly. It is well suited for work inside electrical panels, furnace cabinets, air handler units, pump enclosures, and tight mechanical chases where a hand or standard tool cannot reach. The flexible shaft conforms to angles and bends, making retrieval possible even when the drop point is not in a straight line from the access opening.

Key Features

• Magnetic head with up to 2 lb average pull force for reliable ferrous hardware retrieval
• Extends from 18 inches collapsed to an overall length range of 25 to approximately 36 inches
• Slim 9/32 inch head diameter fits through narrow openings and tight cabinet clearances
• Flex-o-stiff shaft holds its shape when bent, allowing angled retrieval in confined spaces
• Lightweight at under half a pound, reducing hand fatigue during repeated use

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose magnetic retrieving tool suitable for use across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical service applications wherever ferrous metal components need to be recovered from confined spaces.

Installation Notes

This is a hand tool requiring no installation. Before using in energized equipment, de-energize and lock out the circuit per NFPA 70E safe work practices. Do not use near sensitive electronic components, circuit boards, or magnetic media where the magnetic field could cause damage. Keep the flex shaft within its designed extension range to avoid overstressing the core.