- What does the Evolution MCC1040 pick up?
- It picks up ferrous metal only: steel chips, swarf, screws, nails and filings. It will not grab aluminium, brass, copper or most stainless steel.
- How does the plunger work?
- You press the plunger on the handle and a sleeve slides down the tip, pushing the collected chips off the magnet. You never touch the debris.
- How long is it, and what does the 40-inch reach mean?
- The tool is 15 inches long overall and reaches about 40 inches when you count your arm extension, enough to sweep under a bench or around a machine base.
- Does it need batteries?
- No. It is a permanent magnet tool with no power source, so there is nothing to charge or replace.
- Is it worth it compared with a cheaper pickup tool?
- It earns its place if you deal with steel chips regularly, because the plunger keeps your hands clean and the long reach saves bending. For occasional use, a short telescoping magnet does the same basic job.
- Can it pick up chips from a lathe or mill?
- Yes, steel and cast-iron chips are what it is made for. Long, tangled swarf may need clearing by hand first so the plunger does not jam.
- Where is the Evolution mcc1040 magnetic chip collector cheapest?
- At The Home Depot, for $85.98, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Evolution mcc1040 magnetic chip collector?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including MacGregor Golf, The Home Depot, Lowe's, Tractor Supply Co.