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The Strong Hand Tools Grasshopper (AGH230) is an essential accessory for professional welders and metal fabricators who need a reliable, hands-free method to stabilize small components during tack welding. By acting as a third hand, this tool significantly improves precision and safety, though its utility is limited to small parts and light-duty holding tasks rather than heavy-duty clamping.
| Model Part Number | AGH230 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Strong Hand Tools |
No, the Grasshopper is magnetic and will only work on ferrous metals like carbon or mild steel.
The Grasshopper is intended for tacking; prolonged exposure to the intense heat of a long welding bead can damage the internal magnet.
It provides a nominal pull force of 35 lbs under ideal conditions.
No, this is a permanent magnet model designed for simple, immediate placement.
The magnet must be attached to a magnetic surface or a magnetic workpiece to function; it will not work on wooden or plastic workbenches.
Check the surface for non-magnetic debris, thick paint, or heavy scale. Wipe both the magnet and the workpiece surface clean.
Use a piece of duct tape or a shop air nozzle to remove accumulated metallic dust and filings that interfere with the magnetic seal.
Setup is instantaneous; simply place the Grasshopper on your steel welding table or directly onto the metal components you wish to align. Ensure that the surface is free of thick rust or heavy paint to maintain maximum magnetic contact. Compatibility is limited to ferromagnetic metals like carbon steel; it will not function on aluminum or stainless steel. To care for your tool, periodically wipe the magnetic face with a clean rag to remove metal shavings, and avoid exposing the magnet to extreme heat sources directly, as high temperatures can eventually degrade magnetic strength.
