Data & Electrical Cable Recycling Sydney
Urban Copper Recycling buys scrap data cable, electrical cable and copper wire. Based in Sydney, we recycle all types of insulated copper cable at competitive prices.
From electricians and data cablers to builders and demolition contractors, you can end up with tonnes of unwanted cable. Whether it is offcuts from a new cable installation, cable you have removed or even an odd drum left over, we will buy it all.
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How Does Cable Recycling Work?
When you call or email us about your unwanted cable, we will first assess the type of cable you have. There are many types of cable, each with different amounts of copper that can be recovered.
Once we have assessed your cable, we will work out the price we can offer you per kg. Once you are happy with the price and weight, we will take your cable away.
We will then granulate or strip the cable to recover the copper and plastic and send these materials to their respective recycling facilities.
Types of Cable We Buy
We buy almost all types of insulated and non-insulated cable, including:
Electrical Cable
- TPS cable
- Power cable
- Multi-core cable
- Heavy cable
- SWA cable
- Welding cable
- Submains
- Appliance cords and extension leads
Data Cable
- Cat5
- Cat5e
- Cat6
- Cat6A
- Phone cable
- Comms cable
- Coaxial cable
- Data leads
Other Types of Cable & Wire
- Bright and shiny copper
- Aluminium cable
- Mixed cable
- Lead cable
- Copper earth wire
If you are unsure what type of cable you have or want to know how much you could receive for it, give us a call or send us some photos, and we can help identify it.
Regular recycling can help free up storage space and give your business a better system for managing job-site waste.
Types of Cable We Buy
We buy almost all types of insulated and non-insulated cable, including:
Electrical Cable
- TPS cable
- Power cable
- Multi-core cable
- Heavy cable
- SWA cable
- Welding cable
- Submains
- Appliance cords and extension leads
Data Cable
- Cat5
- Cat5e
- Cat6
- Cat6A
- Phone cable
- Comms cable
- Coaxial cable
- Data leads
Other Types of Cable & Wire
- Bright and shiny copper
- Aluminium cable
- Mixed cable
- Lead cable
- Copper earth wire
If you are unsure what type of cable you have or want to know how much you could receive for it, give us a call or send us some photos, and we can help identify it.
Regular recycling can help free up storage space and give your business a better system for managing job-site waste.
How Much Is Scrap Cable Worth?
As mentioned above, there are many types of cable, each with its own value. The price of your cable will depend on how much copper can be recovered from it. Generally, the thicker your cable and the less insulation it has, the higher the price you may receive.
We generally deal with three grades of cable: high-grade, medium-grade and low-grade cable.
Prices are subject to daily changes as copper prices fluctuate. Bright and shiny copper can currently sell best.
Call us today to find out what we can offer you for your unwanted cable.
Who Do We Buy Cable From?
Electricians
We buy cable from electricians on a weekly basis. We can provide you with a cable bin to store your unwanted cable, and we will collect it when it is full. This is a great way to turn unwanted cable into an additional income stream instead of paying to have it disposed of.
Data Cablers
Data cable is something we will always buy from you. You may not think your scrap Cat5 or Cat6 cable is worth much, but when you have a large job that produces a lot of it, the value can add up.
Builders and Demolition Contractors
Strip-out jobs can produce a lot of cable. If you are working on a job that generates unwanted cable, we can come to your site and weigh it.
Facility Managers, Data Centres and Telcos
We work with facility managers on scheduled collections of their unwanted cable.
Solar and Industrial Contractors
We also buy cable from solar installers and industrial contractors.
Tips to Help You Get More Money for Your Cable
By following these simple tips, you can help ensure you receive the best possible price for your unwanted cable.
- Separate your cable by grade. Do not mix high-grade cable with low-grade cable. If your cable is mixed, you may only receive the price for the lowest grade in the load.
- Separate copper and aluminium cable.
- Remove plugs and lugs from your cable, if possible.
- Keep your cable clean. Make sure there is no other rubbish mixed in with it.
- Do not burn your cable to remove the insulation. This is illegal and harmful to the environment, and you may receive less money for burnt copper.
Should I Strip My Cable Before Selling It?
This depends on the type of cable you have. If you have heavy cable with minimal insulation, stripping it may be worthwhile. However, if you are stripping data cable, the extra money you receive may not justify the time spent stripping it.
Why Choose Urban Copper Recycling?
- We specialise in non-ferrous metals, including copper, brass and aluminium, so we understand how to grade your material correctly.
- We use calibrated and certified scales to ensure accurate weighing.
- We explain how and why your material is graded.
- We offer free pickup for bulk quantities of cable.
- Once your cable has been weighed, we pay you on the spot.
- We can supply bins for your unwanted cable. If you have a full bin, we can collect it and exchange it for an empty one.
- We can set up a commercial account if you supply us regularly.
- We ensure your unwanted copper cable is sent for recycling.
Recycling your copper cable helps keep it out of landfill.
Recycling Your Cable
There are many benefits to recycling your cable. Not only are you helping the environment, but you can also earn some extra money. By recycling copper, you help reduce the amount of new copper that needs to be mined and refined.
Cable recycling can also support your sustainability goals and help you report on your recycling efforts. You can also recycle unwanted electric motors to recover valuable metals and reduce industrial waste.
Where Do We Service?
Urban Copper Recycling can come to your location anywhere in Sydney to collect your unwanted cable. From the inner west to the outer west, we cover a wide service area across Sydney.
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There are many types of cable that can be sold for recycling. Depending on the type of cable you have, the price per kg can vary. Contact us for quote.
Yes, we buy data cable. Just be aware that you will generally receive a lower price for data cable than for other types of cable because of its lower copper content.
If your cable has a high percentage of copper, stripping it may be worthwhile. You may receive more money per kg for bright and shiny copper, depending on the cable type and the cost of processing it yourself.
Yes, we offer free pickup for bulk quantities of cable. We can also collect and exchange your bin if you regularly generate large amounts of unwanted cable.
Once your cable has been assessed and weighed, you will be paid on the spot. You will need to provide identification when selling scrap metal in NSW, as this is a legal requirement.
Yes, we buy aluminium cable. Just make sure it is kept separate from your copper cable.
Yes, we offer commercial accounts to customers who supply us with scrap metal regularly.