How to Choose the best Fishing Magnet?

In the world of exploration and treasure hunting, fishing magnets have become an exciting new activity. Designed specifically for recovering metal objects from the water, these special magnets are widely used to recover lost tools, antique metal objects, and even historical relics.

Fishing Magnet

Whether you are a hobbyist looking for treasure or an outdoor adventurer exploring rivers, lakes, and coastlines, fishing magnets provide a unique way to turn the unknown into reality. This article will take a deep dive into how you should choose the right fishing magnet.

What is Fishing Magnet?

Fishing Magnet is a powerful magnet tool specially designed for recovering metal objects from water. It is usually made of neodymium magnets, which have extremely strong magnetism and can attract metal objects on the bottom of the water, such as lost tools, discarded metal fragments, antiques or other iron objects.

Salvage magnets are widely used in outdoor activities such as treasure hunting, clearing waterways, and recovering lost items. They are especially popular among adventure enthusiasts and environmentalists. By dropping the magnet into the water and dragging it, it can help to recover sunken metal objects. It is a simple and effective salvage tool.

Neodymium Magnets are widely regarded as the best material for making fishing magnets, mainly because of their extremely high magnetic force. Neodymium magnets are rare earth magnets with the strongest magnetic field strength in the world, and even small magnets can generate great attraction.

This strong magnetic force enables neodymium magnets to easily recover heavy metal objects such as tools, mechanical parts, and ancient metal objects that are sunk in the water. Compared with other materials, neodymium magnets have poor corrosion resistance, but through coating treatment, such as nickel plating or zinc plating, its durability and rust resistance can be enhanced. Therefore, neodymium magnets have become the only choice for fishing magnets.

What types of Fishing Magnet are there?

Single-Sided Fishing Magnet

Single-Sided Fishing Magnet, as the name implies, has only one side that is magnetic. It is usually designed to concentrate the magnetic force in a single direction to facilitate vertical lifting of objects from the water.

Single-Sided Fishing Magnet

This type of magnet is often used to salvage objects vertically downward from docks, bridges, or other fixed locations. Because the magnetic force is concentrated in one plane, single-sided fishing magnets are ideal for use in environments with slow water flow or few obstacles.

Applicable Locations: Riverbanks, docks, boat sides, and other vertical salvage environments.

Double-Sided Fishing Magnet

Double-Sided Fishing Magnet has two magnetic surfaces, usually arranged on the upper and lower sides of the magnet. This design provides a larger coverage area, and can produce an adsorption effect no matter which side of the magnet contacts the metal object.

Double-Sided Fishing Magnet

Double-Sided Magnets are ideal for use in scenarios that require horizontal dragging or increased contact surface, such as large-area dragging and salvage from a boat or bridge.

Applicable Locations: Large-area salvage scenarios near lakes, wide rivers, or bridges.

Clamping Fishing Magnet

The design of a clamping fishing magnet is similar to a strong clamp or pliers, with the magnet fixed at the end of the clamp. This design allows the magnet to grasp the target object not only by magnetic force, but also by mechanical clamping, increasing stability and control. Clamping magnets are particularly suitable for salvaging larger, heavier or complex-shaped objects, such as steel pipes or metal structures.

Applicable places: Engineering salvage, scenes of catching larger metal objects in rivers.

360° Fishing Magnet

The 360° fishing magnet has an all-round magnetic design, that is, each side of the magnet has magnetic force. This allows it to adsorb metal objects when it contacts them in any direction, without the need to specially adjust the angle of the magnet.

The advantage of this magnet is that it can maximize the capture area, so it is very suitable for exploring complex terrain or waters with many obstacles.

Applicable places: Complex riverbeds, areas with many underwater obstacles, such as old rivers, abandoned docks, etc.

What factors should be considered when choosing a fishing magnet?

Magnetic strength

Magnetic strength is one of the most important factors when choosing a fishing magnet. Magnetic force is usually measured in pulling force. The greater the pulling force, the stronger the magnet's ability to attract.

Choose the right magnetic strength based on the size and weight of the object you plan to salvage. For example, if you plan to salvage a heavy object, you need to choose a fishing magnet with high pulling force.

Magnet type

Different types of fishing magnets are suitable for different salvaging needs:

• Single-sided fishing magnets: suitable for vertical salvaging, with magnetic force concentrated on one side.

• Double-sided fishing magnets: suitable for large-area salvaging, both sides can attract metal objects.

• Clip-type fishing magnets: suitable for clamping large or irregularly shaped objects.

• 360-degree fishing magnets: all-round magnetic design, suitable for complex environments and multi-directional salvaging.

Fishing Magnet

Size and weight

The size and weight of a fishing magnet directly affect its ease of operation and salvaging ability. Larger magnets usually have higher magnetic force, but may also be more bulky. When choosing, you need to balance the size and weight of the magnet according to your actual usage scenario.

Corrosion Resistance

Since fishing magnets are often exposed to water, it is very important to choose magnets with good corrosion resistance. Neodymium magnets usually require coating protection (such as nickel plating or zinc plating) to prevent rust and corrosion. Make sure the magnets you choose have a good protective coating to extend their service life.

Additional Accessories

Some fishing magnets may come with additional accessories such as fixtures, handles or hooks. These accessories can improve the convenience and safety of use. Consider whether you need these additional features based on your needs.

About Us

BMAG is a leading fishing magnet manufacturer that stands out in the industry for its superior technology and high-quality products. We specialize in designing and producing various types of fishing magnets, including single-sided, double-sided, clip-on and 360-degree fishing magnets, designed to meet different salvaging needs.

BMAG Magnet

With advanced manufacturing processes and strict quality control, BMAG's fishing magnets not only have strong magnetic force, but also have excellent corrosion resistance and durability. Our products are suitable for a variety of waters and salvaging environments, from rivers, lakes to abandoned docks, and can provide reliable performance.

BMAG is committed to helping customers achieve an efficient and safe salvaging experience through innovation and precision manufacturing. If you are looking for a reliable fishing magnet manufacturer, welcome to contact us!