Price trends for e-scrap and compressors by grade

over the last 30 days

In the last month in the E-Scrap & Compressors category: price is up for 2 grades, price is steady for 7 grades, and price is down for 1 grade.

How Have Prices Moved Over the Last 52 Weeks?
Over the past year, the category average ranged from $0.16 to $0.22.
Jun '25Sep '25Dec '25Mar '26Today
How Yard Prices Track the Exchange (COMEX)
Average discount to the exchange for this category: ~95.4% (-$4.79/ lb). Based on 10 grades with exchange data. Normal range for this category: 90%–98%.
✓ All 10 grades are within normal market range

U.S. National Price Benchmark — E-Scrap & Compressors in Pennsylvania

Local scrap yards in 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. E-Scrap & Compressors prices across the U.S. →

E-Scrap & Compressors scrap prices by grade in Pennsylvania

Here is the E-Scrap & Compressors data we have on file for 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 Based on 2 yards
Avg. Price:$0.39/ lbRange: $0.37 – $0.40/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Automotive Starters Based on 2 yards
Avg. Price:$0.32/ lbRange: $0.23 – $0.40/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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+7.7% / 90 days
Automotive AC Compressors U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.30/ lbRange: $0.25 – $0.35/ lb
Trend for 90 days: +7.7%
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Avg. Price:$0.29/ lbRange: $0.17 – $0.40/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Copper Electric Motors Based on 9 yards
Avg. Price:$0.28/ lbRange: $0.20 – $0.35/ lb
Trend for 30 days: -23.0%
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Avg. Price:$0.17/ lbRange: $0.17 – $0.17/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Avg. Price:$0.16/ lbRange: $0.16 – $0.16/ 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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Copper Transformers Based on 1 yard
Avg. Price:$0.15/ lbRange: $0.15 – $0.15/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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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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Scrap yards paying the most for e-scrap and compressors in Pennsylvania

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

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Updated 6/6/2026

Brenner Recycling

Hazleton, Pennsylvania1 grade on price list
Copper Electric Motors
$0.35/ lb|🠇 $0.05 (13%)
Updated 6/5/2026

JFR Salvage Inc

Stroud Township, Pennsylvania2 grades on price list
Electric Motors (large)
$0.24/ lb|🠇 $0.08 (25%)
Transmissions
$0.16/ lb
Updated 4/6/2026

Sahd Metal Recycling

Columbia, Pennsylvania1 grade on price list
Electric motors
$0.20/ lb|🠅 $0.11 (122%)
Updated 2/17/2026

Three Rivers Recycling LLC

Harmony Township, Pennsylvania6 grades on price list
Electric Motors
$0.20/ lb|🠅 $0.04 (25%)
Sealed Units
$0.17/ lb
AL - Alternators
$0.37/ lb|🠇 $0.03 (8%)
STARTERS - AL Nose
$0.27/ lb|🠅 $0.04 (17%)
Transformers - SMALL
$0.15/ lb|🠇 $0.10 (40%)
Ballast
$0.17/ lb
Updated 2/17/2026

Paz Metals Inc.

Hellam Township, Pennsylvania5 grades on price list
Electric Motors
$0.28/ lb|🠅 $0.03 (12%)
AC Compressors
$0.40/ lb|🠅 $0.17 (74%)
Alternators
$0.40/ lb|🠅 $0.15 (60%)
Starters
$0.40/ lb|🠅 $0.15 (60%)
Ballasts
$0.17/ lb|🠅 $0.02 (13%)
Updated 2/17/2026

Einfalt Recycling & Salvage

Stockertown, Pennsylvania3 grades on price list
ELECTRIC MOTORS
$0.26/ lb|🠅 $0.10 (63%)
SEALED UNITS
$0.15/ lb|🠅 $0.05 (50%)
TRANSMISSION
$0.16/ lb|🠅 $0.02 (14%)

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Price chart: e-scrap and compressors grades and COMEX Copper exchange data

The chart shows average yard buyout rates and COMEX Copper exchange data for your selected e-scrap and compressors grade. When the exchange moves up and local yard prices lag, they typically follow within a few trading days — a signal to hold if you can. When both lines drop, sell now before yards update their offers downward. Switch grades using the selector above the chart.

Calculate the value of your e-scrap and compressors lot

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 Pennsylvania.

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Compare e-scrap and compressors grades and their value

Compressor and motor copper content tracks COMEX Copper. E-scrap (circuit boards, CPUs) has a separate precious-metal-based valuation. Identifying your material correctly before selling is the single most effective step to maximize your payout.

GradeExchange (100%)Yard Price (per lb)Grade Quality
Scrap Engines & Transmissions $1.60/ lb LME$0.16/ lb
High Grade10%
Aluminum & Dirty Motors $1.60/ lb LME$0.16/ lb
High Grade10%
Aluminum & Steel Transformers $1.60/ lb LME$0.13/ lb
High Grade8%
Automotive Alternators $6.49/ lb COMEX$0.39/ lb
Mid Grade6%
Automotive Starters $6.49/ lb COMEX$0.32/ lb
Low Grade5%
Automotive AC Compressors $6.49/ lb COMEX$0.30/ lb
Low Grade5%
Sealed Unit Compressors (Appliance) $6.49/ lb COMEX$0.29/ lb
Low Grade4%
Copper Electric Motors $6.49/ lb COMEX$0.28/ lb
Low Grade4%
Light Ballasts & Power Supplies $6.49/ lb COMEX$0.17/ lb
Low Grade3%
Copper Transformers $6.49/ lb COMEX$0.15/ lb
Low Grade2%

📊 What determines the value of e-scrap and compressors:

  • Sealed unit compressors (appliance): Refrigerator and AC compressors — priced on their copper winding content. AC compressors pay more than refrigerator units.
  • Automotive AC compressors: Separate grade; aluminum housing means lower copper yield but still a solid per-unit price at most yards.
  • E-scrap boards: Circuit boards contain gold, silver, and palladium. Require specialty e-recyclers — general scrap yards may not pay the full precious-metal value.
  • Power supplies & light ballasts: Contain copper transformers and aluminum. Priced as a mixed lot; separate if copper transformers are intact.
💡 Tip: Don't mix PC boards with motors or compressors — e-scrap with precious metals needs a separate e-recycler for the best return.