SchrottCurrent Prices for Scrap Electric Motors in the US
Real-time market analytics for Electric Motors scrap prices in the US. Track current yard payouts for copper-wound motors, sealed units, and automotive cores against global COMEX trends to maximize your profit in the US.
Electric Motors Scrap Price Trends
over the last 30 daysIn 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.
Live Electric Motors Scrap Prices in the US
Electric motor scrap values currently range from $0.09/lb up to $0.60/lb depending on the copper recovery rate. Our data shows that high-demand items like Automotive Alternators are fetching $0.35 to $0.60/ lb, while standard Copper Electric Motors typically pay $0.30 to $0.35/ lb. For those hauling appliance scrap, Sealed Unit Compressors (Appliance) are moving at $0.22 to $0.35/ lb.
Top-Rated Scrap Yards for Electric Motors in the US
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Stuff Recycling
Western Oklahoma Metal Recycling LLC
McCoy Iron & Metal
JB's Salvage, Inc
Biltmore Iron & Metal Co Inc
Brenner Recycling
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Electric Motor Load Value Calculator
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Winding Analysis: What Is Your Motor Actually Worth?
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| Grade | Exchange (100%) | Yard Price (per lb) | Grade Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum & Dirty Motors | $1.12 LME | $0.16 | High Grade•14% |
| Scrap Engines & Transmissions | $1.12 LME | $0.16 | High Grade•14% |
| Aluminum & Steel Transformers | $1.12 LME | $0.13 | High Grade•11% |
| Automotive Alternators | $6.09 COMEX | $0.48 | Mid Grade•8% |
| Copper Transformers | $6.09 COMEX | $0.45 | Mid Grade•7% |
| Automotive Starters | $6.09 COMEX | $0.39 | Low Grade•6% |
| Copper Electric Motors | $6.09 COMEX | $0.33 | Low Grade•5% |
| Sealed Unit Compressors (Appliance) | $6.09 COMEX | $0.29 | Low Grade•5% |
| Automotive AC Compressors | $6.09 COMEX | $0.28 | Low Grade•5% |
| Light Ballasts & Power Supplies | $6.09 COMEX | $0.23 | Low Grade•4% |
📊 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.
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