Scrap Metal Prices 2021
Written by Craig B

2021 Scrap Metal Prices

When it comes down to it, mankind has always had an inclination for recycling. In medieval times, we took stone and rock from damaged castles and churches to construct our own homes. Blacksmiths melted neglected or deserted swords and armor to make new ones. Wooden pieces from damaged ships are used again, and it also goes for their metal parallels.

It’s the same with scrap metals. When recycling is conducted correctly, you’re basically getting the same metal as the natural version you would get from a mine. Scrap yards then sell their scrap metal by separating the metals first, and then selling off the different distinctive metals at today’s market price. The scrap yards sell the scrap by their weight, and they’re not dependent on what it was previously used for.

*These prices are subject to change, at any time because of market conditions and also are held based on any human error when updating online.

Copper & Brass

#1 Bare Bright Wire – $2.00 per lb.

#1 Copper Tubing/ Flashing – $1.62 per lb.

#2 Copper Tubing/ Bus Bar – $1.51 per lb.

#3 Roofing Copper – $1.41 per lb.

Brass (Plumbing, Pipe) – $1.05 per lb.

Bronze – $1.23 per lb.

Brass Shells – $0.81 per lb.

Brass Water Meter – $0.50-0.85 per lb.

Clean Brass Radiators – $1.00 per lb.

Aluminum/ Copper Coil (Clean) – $0.78 per lb.

Aluminum/ Copper Coil (Dirty) – $0.68 per lb.

Copper Yokes – $0.25 per lb.

Copper Transformers – $0.05-0.13 per lb.

Electric Motors – $0.10-0.12 per lb.

Alternators/ Starters (Separated) – $0.15 per lb.

Sealed Units/ Compressors – $0.05 per lb.

Insulated Copper Wire

Insulated Copper Wire (Cat 5/6) – $0.51 per lb.

THHN Cable – $0.93 per lb.

500-750 MCM (Bare Bright Inside) – $1.25 per lb.

Hollow Heliax Wire – $0.69 per lb.

Romex Wire – $0.74 per lb.

Insulated Cable – $1.02 per lb.

Insulated Steel BX – $0.14 per lb.

Christmas Lights – $0.13 per lb.

Aluminum

Cast Aluminum – $0.33 per lb.

Clean Aluminum Wire – $0.45 per lb.

Aluminum Siding – $0.33 per lb.

Sheet Aluminum (Windows/ Pans) – $0.28 per lb.

Aluminum Rims – $0.45 per lb.

Aluminum Windows (Broken)$0.30 per lb.

Aluminum Thermo-Pane/ Break (Not Glass) – $0.28 per lb.

Aluminum Litho Plates – $0.45 per lb.

Aluminum Machine Cuts – $0.35 per lb.

Aluminum Grills – $0.33 per lb.

Aluminum Ladders – $0.28 per lb.

Aluminum Transformers – $0.03 per lb.

Aluminum Turnings – $0.14 per lb.

Steel & Iron

Steel­ – $0.01 per lb.

Light Iron – $0.01 per lb.

Cast Iron – $0.02-0.35 per lb.

Whole Cars – $0.02-0.03 per lb.

Motorcycles – $0.03-0.45 per lb.

Miscellaneous Scrap

Car Batteries – $0.17-0.21

Lead – $0.40

6 Stainless Steel (Non-Magnetic) – $0.36

Forklift Batteries – $0.14-0.18

Lithium Ion Batteries – $0.15-0.50

Lead Wheel Weights – $0.15

Scrap Generators – $0.05-0.17

Computer Scrap

Clean Green Motherboards – $1.20 per lb.

Non-Green Motherboards – $0.65 per lb.

Memory Chips – $4.00-6.50 per lb.

CPU Processor Chips – $3.50-25.00 per lb.

Whole Computer Towers with HD – $0.15 per lb.

Laptops – $0.50 per lb.

Power Supplies with Wires – $0.14 per lb.

Hard Drives with Board – $0.50 per lb.

Hard Drive PC Board – $1.90 per lb.

Cell Phones (No Battery) – $0.75 per lb.

Telecom Equipment – $0.14-0.27 per lb.

Servers – $0.14-0.27 per lb.

Low Grade Non-PC Boards – $0.08 per lb.

Insulated Wire – $0.28-0.51 per lb.

AL Heat Sinks – $0.28 per lb.

Rare Earth Metals

Carbide Inserts/Shapes – $3.00-4.00

Monel – $1.50-2.50

FSX 414 – $2.50

Titanium – $0.20

Nickel – $1.50-2.00

Inconel – $1.00-2.50

High Speed Steel – $0.25

Hastelloy Shavings – $0.75-1.25

Hastelloy Solids – $1.25-1.50

Tin Solder – $0.50-3.00

Babbit – $0.50-5.50

Alnico Magnets – $0.25

Scrap Metal Environmental and Energy Benefits

When we use scrap metal instead of getting it from mines, there are tons of savings in several ways. Recycling, in comparison to producing new metal from mines, provides:

  • 97 percent decrease in mining waste
  • 90 percent savings in the number of raw materials used
  • 86 percent decrease in the air pollution created
  • 76 percent decrease in water pollution
  • 75 percent decrease in energy consumption
  • 40 percent savings in the volume of water used

These are all considerable savings. When recycling steel, you save 2,158 lbs. of iron ore, 1,387 lbs. of coal, and 117 lbs. of limestone from current surplus. When you recycle 2,240 lbs. of aluminum, you save up to a whopping 11,200 lbs. of bauxite.

*These prices are subject to change, at any time because of market conditions. Please contact us for our pricing.

Best Dumpster Rentals In Minnesota
Written by webtechs

Best Dumpster Rentals In Minnesota

Dumpster rentals are necessities for any large commercial or residential renovation projects. Finding the top company for your needs can be a difficult task, though. Here is a look at some of the best dumpster rental companies across Minnesota.

Grand Rapids, MN

Jux2 Dumpster Rental, located in Grand Rapids, is known for excellent customer service. Homeowners and/or landlords typically have a lot of questions regarding dumpster rentals, so advice and suggestions are a necessary part of the initial process. Call Jux2 Dumpster Rental to find out exactly how you can utilize a roll-off container. Jux2 warns customers to not dispose of appliances, mattresses, gasoline, food waste or batteries in your dumpster. Jux2 is currently providing dumpster rental services in all 50 states.

Check out the official website for Jux2 Dumpster Rental here.

Minneapolis, MN

Minnesota Roll Off & Recycling is your number one source for roll off dumpster rentals in the Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota area. With decades of industry experience, you can trust Minnesota Roll Off & Recycling to cater to your specific residential, commercial and contractor project needs. This company offers 20-yard dumpsters at affordable rates. These spacious bins can hold up to three tons or 6,000 lbs. All rentals are for 10 days, with additional days costing only $10 each. Get a FREE quote from this family owned and operated company by contacting Minnesota Roll Off & Recycling today!

Check out the official website for Minnesota Roll Off & Recycling here.

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Duluth, MN

Smart Bins LLC offers three convenient dumpster sizes, perfect for any at-home cleanup. This company provides free quotes on its 10, 15 and 20-yard dumpsters. Smart Bins LLC provides the best dumpsters for DIY projects, construction cleanup, junk removal and waste management. Smart Bins has barn-style doors on its dumpsters, meaning these bins will be placed in tight and convenient locations on your property. One other service that Smart Bins provides that most others don’t is a full-scale cleanup. After you finish using the dumpster, Smart Bins will clean the surrounding area; saving you from any extra work.

Check out the official website for Smart Bins LLC here.

Rochester, MN

Advanced Disposal Services has perhaps the best selection of dumpster sizes in the state. With 2, 4, 6, 8, 20, 30 and 40-yard containers available, you’ll certainly find the size you are looking for at ADS. So many sizing options mean these dumpsters can be used for residential, commercial and even construction needs. This company provides the option of purchasing compactors. Compactors come with a mechanical blade, helping to maximize space for your discarded waste. Compactors also range from 2 to 40 cubic yards in length.  ADS is more than just a dumpster rental service. This company offers garbage and recycling pickup, electronic waste disposal and industrial solutions, as well.

Check out the official website for Advanced Disposal Services here.