- 21 May 2025
Types of Copper Scrap We Buy – Get the Best Price
At Copper Recycle Sydney, we specialise in buying all types of copper scrap at highly competitive market prices. Whether you’re an individual looking to sell leftover materials or a factory clearing out large quantities of industrial copper, we are your trusted partner.
We buy copper scrap from individuals, industries, and factories, offering fair rates, fast service, and a smooth transaction process. In this post, we’ll explain the different types of copper scrap we accept and why selling to us is your best option.
1. Bare Bright Copper Wire
This is the most valuable type of copper scrap and offers the highest payout. Bare bright copper wire is clean, uncoated, and free of insulation. It must be shiny and at least 16 gauge in thickness.
Common sources: Electrical wiring, industrial cables, and construction waste.
2. #1 Copper Scrap
#1 copper includes clean, unalloyed copper such as tubing or bus bars without any attachments, paint, or solder.
Common sources: Plumbing pipes, electrical conductors, roofing copper, and heavy-duty cables.
3. #2 Copper Scrap
This grade includes copper with paint, solder, or corrosion. It’s slightly less valuable than #1 copper but still in high demand.
Common sources: Copper pipes with fittings, burnt wire, and older electrical wiring.
4. Insulated Copper Wire
We purchase all kinds of insulated copper wire scrap, including household wiring and electronic cables. The value depends on the thickness of the copper and the type of insulation.
Accepted types include: THHN wire, Romex wire, extension cords, and network cables.
5. Copper Turnings and Shavings
These are small copper particles created during machining or manufacturing processes. They are often collected in bulk and sold by machine shops or factories.
Ideal for: Industrial clients and metal fabricators.
6. Electric Motors with Copper Windings
Electric motors often contain copper windings, which can be extracted and recycled. We purchase entire motors and provide a fair price based on the copper content.
Common sources: Air conditioners, appliances, generators, and industrial machines.
7. Copper Radiators
Copper radiators are valuable due to the amount of copper tubing they contain. We accept radiators in all conditions and sizes.
Typical sources: Automotive repair shops, HVAC contractors, and demolition projects.
Why Sell Copper Scrap to Us?
- Competitive, up-to-date copper scrap price based on the market
- Accurate, transparent weighing and grading
- We accept small loads from individuals and large quantities from factories
- Convenient pickup services for industrial clients
- Instant payments via cash or bank transfer
Let’s Turn Your Scrap into Cash
No matter the size of your copper scrap load, we provide fast, honest, and rewarding service. Reach out today to schedule a pickup or visit website for an immediate quote.
Sell your copper scrap today and get the best value with us.
