Magnum Flexible Stem Heavy Duty Magnetic Machinist Indicator Base (1056)

Reach difficult spaces inside engine bays or cramped machine enclosures with absolute stability. This Magnum 1056 flexible stem magnetic base easily snakes around obstacles before locking completely rigid with a single lever. It provides the firm support necessary for accurate dial indicator readings when straight-arm bases simply cannot fit the geometry of the workpiece.

Features

• Snake-like flexible arm - routes around brackets and tooling for hard-to-reach measurement points
• Single cam locking lever - instantly freezes the entire flexible stem rigid once positioned
• High-power magnetic block - secures firmly to any cast iron or steel surface to prevent accidental shifts

Common Shop Applications

• Checking transmission end play while still in the vehicle
• Setting up dial indicators inside deep machining center enclosures
• Measuring runout on installed mechanical components

Specifications

• Arm Type: Articulating flexible stem
• Base Type: Switchable magnetic
• Dimensions: 14.0 x 2.5 x 2.2 inches (355 x 63 x 55 mm) fully extended
• Weight: 3.5 lbs (1.58 kg)
• Supplier MPN: 3001-0402
• KMS Product Code: MAG-1056

Recommended Shop Add-Ons

• Don't forget: Dial Indicator - standard lug-backs fit right onto the flexible stem clamp.
• Most fabricators also grab: V-Block - stabilizes round stock for precise indicator checking.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How rigid is the flexible arm when locked? - The internal cable and ball-joint system locks surprisingly tight, handling standard indicator weights without droop.
• Can the magnet be turned off? - Yes, the base features a standard rotary switch to engage and disengage the magnetic pull.