Cable Scrap Prices Sydney
Cable scrap prices in Sydney are set to reflect the actual worth of your scrap cable. Cable scrap prices in Sydney will determine how much your scrap cable is worth.
Whether you're clearing up the work area for an electrician project, removing old electrical wiring, or have a lot of excess cable lying around and want to take a look at getting rid of it, it's important to know its value before you call around to save time and cash. Since 2008, Metal Max Recyclers has been purchasing scrap cable across greater Sydney, and this page details what your usual cable-type returns are worth, what influences cable rates, and how to maximize your load.
Cable is among the most valuable and also the most variable kinds of scrap materials. The price changes are related to the copper or aluminum in the bars, the condition of the insulation, and the state of the copper raw material market for the applicable week. Find out our current guide rates and prices below, which are applicable to Sydney conditions.
Current Cable Scrap Prices
| Material | Price |
|---|---|
| High Grade Cable | $5–$8/kg |
| Low Grade Cable | $2–$4/kg |
| Communication Cable | $1–$3/kg |
| Underground Cable | $6–$12/kg |
| Data Cable | $0.50–$2/kg |
| Power Cable | $4–$8/kg |
| Armoured Cable | $4–$10/kg |
Options: On-site Loading, Bedroom loading, and Bulk / Commercial loading.
These are guide prices per Kg and will vary depending on the copper content, type of insulation, and loading size — check the disclaimer below for more details.
What are the reasons for cable costs to differ so widely? What makes for variations in cable prices?
Cable is in no way a similar item to steel; It's a blend of metal, typically copper or aluminum, encased in a covering of plastic or rubber. This is the reason behind the almost $12/kg difference in prices between the lowest and highest grade “cables”:
- High-grade and underground cables have a thick, dense copper core and have the least amount of insulation per pound, so they come in at the highest cost.
- The metal content per working kg of wires for gadgets or cables is significantly thinner wire of copper or fibers if optical or thin.
- Armored cable has a steel or aluminum armor layer that can impact the way it is processed and priced.
A number of factors will influence your scrap metal price. There are some conditions that will have an impact on your scrap metal value.
Cable prices (and the price of scrap metals, in general) are not set in stone. It's a moving thing, both with and without some influence over you:
| Factor | Impact |
|---|---|
| Current Global Metal Prices | Metal Prices fluctuate every day dependent on international Copper and metal markets |
| Metal Grade | The Higher the grade, the better the price per kg |
| Quantity | Going by quantity, bigger loads will likely get better rates |
| Clean Material | Clean material pays more than unprocessed cable |
| Mixed Metals | Cable mixed with other metals will reduce the average payout |
| Rust & Contamination | Value may decrease due to rust and/or corrosion contamination |
| Attached Plastic/Rubber | Heavy insulation reduces copper’s yield & value |
| Accessibility | Collection and quoted price may be affected by sites that cannot be accessed |
| Bulk Commercial Loads | Larger volumes of commercial loads qualify for custom pricing |
| Heavy Equipment Required | If heavy equipment is needed, it may be necessary to have an inspection performed first for the site before the equipment can be used |
As copper prices change daily, prices aren't shown in the table above without first consulting – particularly for larger commercial loads. See our copper scrap prices Sydney guide for today's bare bright and #1 copper rates.
How We Price Your Cable
Our crew inspects your cable onsite (or using photos if smaller than 250 meters) to sort the grade and estimate the copper content, and test for contamination. If you're considering bulk commercial or industrial loads, we might suggest a rapid visit to your site to help ensure it's easy to access and equipment is available before we finalize your quote. All payments are made at the weigh dock station without hidden deductions or surprises. If you're also clearing electric motor scrap from the same site, we can quote and collect both in the one visit.
Why Choose Metal Max Recyclers
Since 2008, Metal Max Recyclers have been trading around Greater Sydney and have successfully recycled more than 15,000 pieces of metal. Metal Max Recyclers is fully licensed & insured with a collection service since 2008, and over 15,000 metal recyclings have been carried out successfully throughout the greater Sydney area. We are very acquainted with the specifics of cable grading, which is one of the more technical categories of scrap because a buyer must get the grade right in order to pay you fairly and not underpaid because a buyer bundled it all together and called it “low grade.”
We collect most of Sydney the same day or next day and have payment that is transparent up front and 100% environmentally friendly and responsible recycling. We take any size job, including demolition work, removing wires and cables from a building site, removal of offcuts from a construction site, office buildings decommissioning electrical infrastructure, etc. Loose copper wiring can also be sold through our copper recycling service, and mixed metal loads through our general metal recycling service.
Frequently AskedQuestions
Do you buy underground and armored cable?
Yes, we will take Underground and Armoured cable, and they are some of our most profitable items because of their high copper/aluminium density.
Should data or communication cable be recycled?
Yes, but less money for every kilo than power or underground cable, as this has a lower metal-to-insulation ratio. Even if it is worth bringing, however, particularly in bulk from office or IT clear-outs.
Pricing Disclaimer
Note: The above prices are estimates and are subject to change depending on job size, condition of cable, access and labor required, preparation, and job complexity. Metal Max Recyclers will quote you in detail and without commitments after evaluating materials for a fair and honest price.
Metal Max Recyclers, Sydney's trusted cable and scrap metal recycling company since 2008. Licensed, insured, and eco-certified. Call 0474 887 007 or get a free quote today.