ScrapScrap Aluminum Radiators (Clean) Prices in Indiana
Current Aluminum Radiators (Clean) prices at scrap yards in Indiana. Compare local offers against the U.S. national average to get the most money for your scrap.
Average Aluminum Radiators (Clean) Price
National high for this grade: $0.65 / lb.
The min/max range reflects a blended index (local + national data). Your local high may be lower.
- Low (around $0.20): Floor price, typically for small loads.
- Mid ($0.36): A fair deal for standard quantities.
- High ($0.35+): Top-dollar rate. Offered for large commercial loads or by the most competitive buyers.
Pricing verified from 2 live board rates in this area.
Aluminum Radiators (Clean) price reference for Indiana
Scrap yards in Indiana don't always update their prices in real time. To give you a reliable current value, we use the U.S. national average ($0.51 / lb). The secondary metals market tracks exchange moves consistently across the country. Use this national figure as your benchmark when negotiating with local yards. Aluminum Radiators (Clean) prices across the U.S. →
Top Scrap Yards Buying Clean Aluminum Radiators in Indiana
These are scrap yards in Indiana that recently updated Aluminum Radiators (Clean) prices in our database. Call them to lock in a quote. If your city isn't listed, use the National Index above as a bargaining reference with your nearest buyer.
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🚀 List your scrap yard ⟶| Metal grade | Average price (per lb) |
|---|---|
| Aluminum Radiators (Clean) | $0.36 / lb |
| Pure Copper Radiators | $2.98 / lb |
| Copper & Brass Radiators (Clean) | $2.95 / lb |
| Irony Aluminum Copper Radiators (Dirty ACR) | $2.58 / lb |
| Irony Copper & Brass Radiators | $2.12 / lb |
| Aluminum Copper Radiators (ACR) | $1.80 / lb |
| Radiator Ends | $0.82 / lb |
| Coolers & Condensers | $0.57 / lb |
| Irony Aluminum Radiators | $0.53 / lb |
Historical Price Trends for Clean Aluminum Radiators
This chart shows where the market is headed. If the line is climbing, prices are rising — you might get a better deal in a few days. If it's dropping, don't wait: sell today before yards lower their buy prices further.
Aluminum Radiators (Clean): Scrap Yard Price vs. World Market (LME)
Avg scrap yard price
Today's world market price (LME)
Aluminum Radiators (Clean): Spread vs. Exchange — Monthly History
| Period | World price (per lb) | Scrap yard price (per lb) | Spread vs. exchange |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2026 (current) | $1.0898 / lb | $0.28 / lb | −$0.81 (74.3%) |
| March 2026 | $1.0734 / lb | $0.58 / lb | −$0.49 (46%) |
| February 2026 | $1.2032 / lb | $0.57 / lb | −$0.63 (52.6%) |
| January 2026 | $1.0514 / lb | $0.63 / lb | −$0.42 (40.1%) |
| December 2025 | $0.9829 / lb | $0.59 / lb | −$0.39 (40%) |
| November 2025 | $0.9300 / lb | $0.56 / lb | −$0.37 (39.8%) |
| October 2025 | $0.8876 / lb | $0.53 / lb | −$0.36 (40.3%) |
| September 2025 | $0.8612 / lb | $0.52 / lb | −$0.34 (39.6%) |
| August 2025 | $0.8667 / lb | $0.46 / lb | −$0.41 (46.9%) |
| July 2025 | $0.8378 / lb | $0.50 / lb | −$0.34 (40.3%) |
| June 2025 | $0.8023 / lb | $0.48 / lb | −$0.32 (40.2%) |
| May 2025 | $0.8072 / lb | $0.48 / lb | −$0.33 (40.5%) |
| April 2025 | $0.7440 / lb | $0.45 / lb | −$0.29 (39.5%) |
| March 2025 | $0.8786 / lb | $0.53 / lb | −$0.35 (39.7%) |
| February 2025 | $0.8934 / lb | $0.54 / lb | −$0.35 (39.6%) |
| January 2025 | $0.8552 / lb | $0.48 / lb | −$0.38 (43.9%) |
Aluminum Radiators (Clean) Scrap Price History — Daily Data
A day-by-day market snapshot in exact numbers. Every day we aggregate buy prices from local scrap yards, recording the average, low, and high. Use this table to track real price movement over recent days.
| Date | Avg price (per lb) | Change | Range (Low/High) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0.28 / lb | +$0.08 | $0.35 – $0.35 | |
| 2/17/2026 | $0.20 / lb | −$0.10 | $0.20 – $0.20 |
| 8/29/2025 | $0.30 / lb | −$0.10 | $0.30 – $0.30 |
Squeezing Every Cent Out of Clean Aluminum Radiators
If you are pulling radiators out of scrapped cars or residential HVAC systems, clean aluminum radiators are a bread-and-butter item that can seriously pad your wallet. Nationwide, local scrap yards are paying anywhere from $0.40 to $0.65, depending on the regional market and the volume you are hauling. The operative word here is 'clean'. The moment a scale operator sees contamination, your payout tanks. Our data tracks the national average at $0.51, but the scrappers who consistently hit that top tier are the ones who know how to properly prep their material before ever backing up to the buyer's dock.
Contamination Traps That Kill Your Payout
Scrap yards do not want to do your work for you. If a buyer has to spend time stripping your radiator, you are taking the financial hit. A 'clean' aluminum radiator means 100% aluminum. No plastic side tanks, no steel mounting brackets, no rubber hoses, and absolutely no stray fluids. Handing over a radiator with the plastic tanks still attached drops it straight into the 'dirty aluminum' or 'irony' category, which is a massive, unnecessary price cut.
Yard Pro Tip: Grab your magnet and meticulously check the edges where the fan shroud mounts. Even one hidden steel screw, a tiny steel fitting, or a leftover piece of the plastic tank means the scale master drops your entire load to a 'dirty' price, potentially costing you $0.00 per pound instantly.
Prep and Sorting Guide for the Scale
Getting your aluminum radiators scale-ready in Indiana requires a few basic tools and a bit of elbow grease. Do not let laziness cheat you out of your hard-earned cash. Here is the veteran breakdown on proper prep:
- Cut the Plastic: Use a reciprocating saw to slice off the plastic ends completely. Do not try to pry them off; cutting straight down the aluminum core is faster and ensures no plastic is left behind in the crimps.
- Drain the Fluids: Always drain the coolant completely. Yards will reject leaking loads or hit you with a fine for bringing environmental hazards onto their lot.
- Check for Copper: Make absolutely sure you are not looking at Aluminum Copper Radiators (ACR), which have copper tubing running through the aluminum fins. Those are worth $2.45 to $2.82/lb.
- Separate the Rest: Keep an eye out for Coolers & Condensers and Copper & Brass Radiators (Clean). Mixing these distinct grades into one gaylord box will confuse the scale and cost you money. Keep your metals separated.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current average price for clean aluminum radiators?
Based on national data, expect an average of $0.51. Prices fluctuate based on the LME market, usually hovering about 68.7% below the spot price depending on yard overhead.
Why did my clean aluminum radiator get downgraded at the yard?
If you left a steel hose clamp, a mounting bracket, a petcock valve, or any piece of the plastic tank on the unit, the yard will buy it as dirty aluminum. Always run a strong magnet over the whole piece before loading your truck.
Are aluminum radiators worth more than ACRs?
Generally, no. Aluminum Copper Radiators (ACR) contain copper tubing, which commands a significantly higher price per pound than straight aluminum. Ensure you sort them into entirely separate bins to maximize your total payout.
Aluminum Radiators (Clean) scrap prices in Indiana on the map
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