Tag on clothes 🥝 how to demagnetize a tag in a store

Very rarely, but it happens that after acquiring a new blouse or jacket, we notice that the cashier forgot to remove the theft tag (anti-theft, squeaker). Going to the store already makes no sense, since it will take a lot of time, and the check is not clear where it is. There are other reasons why the protective block remained on the clothes, not all of them are legal, but this will not be discussed. Everyone who fell into this situation probably wondered: how to remove, demagnetize or disconnect a magnetic (anti-theft) store tag from clothes at home? The question does not seem so complicated if you first familiarize yourself with the types of tags and ways to detach them from clothing.

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Types of magnetic tags

All magnetic tags are attached to clothing for one purpose - to protect goods from theft. But despite this, they are divided into three groups, depending on the characteristics and size of the clothes on which they are fixed.

• Radio tags - are small devices that work when you exit the store. In these clips capsules with coloring pigment are not built-in, so it is not difficult to remove them at home.
• Stickers are small plastic devices that are triggered by any physical impact (incisions, etc.). Often they are attached to small goods and small clothes. They do not contain capsules with paint, but give a reaction when leaving the store.
• Magnetic-acoustic devices (anti-theft) are one of the most reliable anti-theft sensors. They are plastic clips with a metal rod, which, when physically exposed, can close even more tightly or even break. In addition, a capsule with a neon dye is built into the clip, so the thing cannot be saved.

Each of the above anti-theft tags is reliable and of good quality.

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Magnetic tag protection mechanism

The mechanism of the plastic tag consists of the following parts:

• Two cones of different diameters for balls.
• A metal rod piercing clothes.
• Locking spring.
• Capsules with dye.

Capsules with paint are located in a small cone and hold the metal rod tightly, which pierces the clothes. All these parts are located in the outer cone and reliably fixes the capsules with paint, while protecting them from falling out. The spring holds the whole structure firmly, and when you try to remove the clip, its fixation only increases. Quickly and effortlessly remove a magnet from clothes only with the help of a special device in the store.

Important! If you have lost the purchase receipt, and the seller does not want to meet you and use your magnet-puller, you will have to do it yourself. It is recommended that you put the item in the freezer first so that the dye in the capsule freezes and does not stain the clothes.

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How to unfasten a clip from clothes yourself?

Besides the fact that you can remove the tag from the clothes only with a special puller, there are several popular proven methods for home craftsmen. When using each of these methods, you need to be very careful so as not to damage new clothes. Consider the removal methods in more detail.

Method 1

To use this method, you need an ordinary thin elastic band for hair:

1. Place the elastic between the convex part of the tag and the clothes.
2. Twist the convex part of the clip in different directions so that the elastic is firmly fixed and the shaft is in a free state.
3. When the gum is fully fixed at the junction of the two parts of the tag, begin to slowly pull them apart from each other until they are detached from each other.

Important! Using this method, do not rush, so as not to tear the clothes in place of the clip.

Method 2

When using this method, gum and ordinary pliers will be required:

1. We place the elastic band between the clothes and the upper part of the clip so that it fits snugly against the metal rod.
2. Break the convex part of the tag with pliers.
3. Open the top of the tag and take out the capsule with dye from the spring so as not to stain your clothes.

Method 3

To use this method, you will need tongs and a lighter or a candle:

1. Hold the top of the tag over the fire to melt it a bit.
2. Open a plastic case and take out details (a spring and balls) from it with tongs.
3. After removing the spring from the clip, it will automatically detach without harm to the new blouse.

Important! When using the flame of a candle or lighter, be careful and observe safety measures. It is recommended to use a small flame so as not to burn yourself with molten plastic.

Method 4

This method involves the use of mechanical action by means of a hammer or some other dense surface:

1. Freeze clothes with a magnetic tag.
2. Hit a frozen clip with a hammer or on a concrete floor.
3. Carefully disconnect the damaged tag. Take off carefully!

Important! This method is not particularly effective if you yourself do not have sufficient physical strength.

Method 5

This option for opening the magnetic tag involves the use of nippers:

1. With the help of large nippers, you can open half of the tag and remove the protective mechanism.
2. Choose the part of the clip that contains the capsules with the dye and the spring.
3. After opening the convex part, it is much easier to remove the retaining spring.

Thus, after removing the protective mechanism, the magnetic tag loses its reliability properties.

Method 6

To implement this method, it is recommended to make sure that the anti-theft sensor does not have capsules with a dye, and only then proceed with removal:

1. Press the fabric against the flat part of the sensor.
2. Insert the knife with the sharp side between the clothes and the plastic device.
3. Carefully start sawing the plastic case with a durable nail file.

Important! This method is completely unsuitable for things made of delicate matter, as there is a risk of damage from a sharp file or file.

Method 7

The use of neodymium devices, which can be purchased in specialized stores, is implied. Such magnets produce various shapes and powers. The more powerful the device, the more efficient and better it is.

Important! It is recommended to purchase square or round magnets, as they are most effective in removing magnetic sensors.

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It is not so important which way you got the thing with the magnetic tag on, the main thing is that we helped you get rid of it. Nevertheless, we hope that this was a case of the seller’s forgetfulness or a malfunction of the control system in the boutique. The remaining moments remain on your conscience, because moral principles are a personal choice of each person.