Electric Motors Scrap Price Trends

over the last 30 days

In the last month in the Electric Motors category: price is up for 2 grades, price is steady for 5 grades, and price is down for 3 grades.

How Have Prices Moved Over the Last 52 Weeks?
Over the past year, the category average ranged from $0.17 to $0.28.
May '25Aug '25Nov '25Feb '26Today
How Yard Prices Track the Exchange (COMEX)
Average discount to the exchange for this category: ~93.9% (-$4.38 / lb). Based on 10 grades with exchange data. Normal range for this category: 86%–97%.
✓ All 10 grades are within normal market range

U.S. National Price Benchmark — Electric Motors in Quemahoning Township (Pennsylvania)

Local scrap yards in Quemahoning Township (Pennsylvania) sometimes post their prices with a short delay. To keep you informed of what your metal is worth right now, we use U.S. national averages as a reference. The secondary metals market responds to exchange moves in sync across the country — use this national benchmark when negotiating with local buyers. Electric Motors prices across the U.S. →

Live Electric Motors Scrap Prices in Quemahoning Township, Pennsylvania

Here is the Electric Motors data we have on file for Quemahoning Township (Pennsylvania). Local yards don't always update their online prices daily — if your grade isn't listed, use the National Benchmark above as leverage when negotiating with local buyers.

Automotive Alternators U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.48 / lbRange: $0.35 – $0.60 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +0.6%
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Copper Transformers U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.45 / lbRange: $0.35 – $0.55 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -7.5%
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Automotive Starters U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.39 / lbRange: $0.28 – $0.50 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -13.7%
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Copper Electric Motors U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.33 / lbRange: $0.30 – $0.35 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -4.5%
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+11.0% / 30 days
Avg. Price:$0.29 / lbRange: $0.22 – $0.35 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +11.0%
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Automotive AC Compressors U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.28 / lbRange: $0.25 – $0.30 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +1.8%
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Light Ballasts & Power Supplies U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.23 / lbRange: $0.15 – $0.30 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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+40.0% / 30 days
Aluminum & Dirty Motors U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.16 / lbRange: $0.09 – $0.22 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +40.0%
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Scrap Engines & Transmissions U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.16 / lbRange: $0.13 – $0.18 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +0.6%
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Aluminum & Steel Transformers U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.13 / lbRange: $0.10 – $0.15 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Top-Rated Scrap Yards for Electric Motors in Quemahoning Township, Pennsylvania

Live prices from local scrap yards in Quemahoning Township (Pennsylvania). Compare offers and find the buyer paying the most.

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Updated 2/17/2026

Kantner Iron & Steel Inc

Quemahoning Township, Pennsylvania2 grades on price list
Electric Motors
$0.20 / lb|🠅 $0.02 (11%)
Auto Motors (Drained)
$0.13 / lb|🠅 $0.02 (18%)

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Electric Motor Load Value Calculator

Selling a mixed load? Pick the grades below — a weight field appears after you select at least one grade, then the calculator estimates your haul's value from current average prices Quemahoning Township (Pennsylvania).

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Winding Analysis: What Is Your Motor Actually Worth?

Біржова ціна відображає чистий перероблений метал (99,9%+). У кожної марки лому різний рівень домішок і різна складність переробки. Чим вищий відсоток, тим цінніша марка і тим ближче виплата до спотової ціни.

GradeExchange (100%)Yard Price (per lb)Grade Quality
Aluminum & Dirty Motors $1.12 LME$0.16
High Grade14%
Scrap Engines & Transmissions $1.12 LME$0.16
High Grade14%
Aluminum & Steel Transformers $1.12 LME$0.13
High Grade11%
Automotive Alternators $6.18 COMEX$0.48
Mid Grade8%
Copper Transformers $6.18 COMEX$0.45
Mid Grade7%
Automotive Starters $6.18 COMEX$0.39
Low Grade6%
Copper Electric Motors $6.18 COMEX$0.33
Low Grade5%
Sealed Unit Compressors (Appliance) $6.18 COMEX$0.29
Low Grade5%
Automotive AC Compressors $6.18 COMEX$0.28
Low Grade4%
Light Ballasts & Power Supplies $6.18 COMEX$0.23
Low Grade4%

📊 What Determines Grade Value:

  • Copper Recovery Percentage: High-grade items like Copper Electric Motors have thick copper windings, whereas Aluminum & Dirty Motors yield less value because aluminum is cheaper than copper.
  • Casing Composition: Heavy cast-iron or steel casings add weight but lower the overall price-per-pound compared to aluminum-housed units.
  • Remanufacturing Demand: Units like Automotive Starters often carry a 'core value' because they can be rebuilt, making them worth more than standard motor scrap.
  • Attachment Contamination: Attached pumps, plastic fans, or pulleys can drop a motor's value down to the 'Dirty' grade.
💡 Pro tip: If you have Aluminum & Steel Transformers paying the low-grade rate of $0.10 to $0.15/ lb, check the windings with a file. If you find copper underneath a silver coating, demand the Copper Transformer rate to avoid an easy $0.35 loss on a heavy load.