SECO 5193-04 Tilting Magnetic Topo Shoe | 40lb Magnet

Overview

The SECO Tilting Magnetic Topo Shoe is a precision pole accessory designed for surveyors who need stable measurements on steel structures, pipes, tanks, and other magnetic surfaces. Featuring a heavy-duty ceramic magnet with a tilting pivot, the topo shoe automatically conforms to both flat and curved steel surfaces while providing a secure mounting point for compatible SECO GPS and prism poles.

Unlike fixed magnetic bases, the tilting pivot allows the shoe to maintain full contact on sloped or round pipe surfaces, helping improve stability and measurement consistency. With 40 pounds of magnetic pull force, a grade-8 ceramic magnet, and a durable machined aluminum body, this topo shoe is built for demanding field applications.

Key Features

• Tilting magnetic topo shoe for survey and construction applications
• Tilting pivot automatically adapts to flat and curved steel surfaces
• Standard topo shoe length: 3.375 in (85.7 mm)
• Compatible with all SECO survey and GPS poles
• 2 in (50.8 mm) diameter chrome-plated steel magnet housing
• Grade-8 ceramic magnet ring
• 40 lb magnetic pull force on a clean 3/8 in (9.5 mm) steel plate
• Black anodized machined 6061 aluminum body
• Precision machined brass pole connector
• Female 5/8"-11 survey thread
• Rugged design for daily field use

Stable Measurements on Steel and Pipe

The SECO Tilting Magnetic Topo Shoe is designed for situations where a conventional pole tip cannot be used. Its self-adjusting pivot allows the magnetic base to sit flush against sloped beams, round pipes, tanks, guardrails, and other steel structures, helping maintain a more stable pole position during measurements.

This makes it an excellent accessory for:

• Utility surveys
• Industrial facilities
• Oil and gas sites
• Structural steel layout
• Bridge inspections
• Pipeline surveys
• As-built documentation
• Plant mapping
• Steel fabrication
• Construction verification

Powerful Grade-8 Ceramic Magnet

The integrated grade-8 ceramic magnet provides up to 40 pounds of holding force when placed on a clean 3/8-inch steel plate. The chrome-plated steel housing protects the magnet while delivering dependable holding power in the field.

The strong magnetic connection helps reduce pole movement during measurements while still allowing the operator to reposition the pole quickly when needed.

Built for Professional Survey Equipment

The topo shoe features a black anodized 6061 aluminum body for lightweight strength and corrosion resistance. The machined brass pole connector includes standard female 5/8"-11 threads, making it compatible with virtually all SECO survey poles, GNSS rover poles, prism poles, and other professional surveying equipment using the industry-standard thread.

Technical Specifications

What's Included

• 1 × SECO Tilting Magnetic Topo Shoe

Survey pole sold separately.

Improve Stability on Steel Structures

The SECO Tilting Magnetic Topo Shoe is an ideal accessory for surveyors who regularly work around steel infrastructure. Its self-leveling pivot, powerful ceramic magnet, and durable machined construction provide a fast, secure way to position GNSS and prism poles on pipes, beams, tanks, and other ferrous surfaces where traditional pole tips cannot be used.