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npegger computer power cables 03-09-2013, 11:49 AM
Gravitar What is your time worth to... 03-09-2013, 12:02 PM
npegger thanks for the advice I think... 03-09-2013, 12:08 PM
npegger newby, what do you use to... 03-09-2013, 12:14 PM
NewbyScrapper I use this one: Patented... 03-09-2013, 12:23 PM
NewbyScrapper If you are talking about the... 03-09-2013, 12:06 PM
Scrap man I usually hold onto these and... 03-09-2013, 01:04 PM
npegger I will keep that in mind next... 03-09-2013, 01:09 PM
PartTimeScrapper I just sold 60 6ft computer... 03-09-2013, 10:07 PM
NewbyScrapper PTS what sort of charm... 03-09-2013, 10:58 PM
Mechanic688 Maybe should have tried some... 03-09-2013, 11:07 PM
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Bear I think you'll find Silicon... 03-11-2013, 12:27 PM
Jeremiah Yep, i barely scrap any... 03-10-2013, 03:29 PM
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    computer power cables

    well I came into a bunch of computer power cables I have cut the ends off and I am debating on what to do with the cables do I strip it or take it to the yard the way it is? Thanks in advance

    btw I have them in a 37 gallon tub and I struggle to put the lid on


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    What is your time worth to YOU? Do you feel that stripping the wires is worth it to you? Fully strip one cable and time yourself and find how much the copper is worth, then divide the money by the hours to find how much you are making an hour. IMO, I sell them whole because there is more insulation than you might expect. Its too much work for me to have to strip a cable 4 times to get 1/2 a pound of copper. The decision is up to you.
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    thanks for the advice I think I will probably set a milk crate to the side for a rainy day It seems like I am going to have stuff like this pretty often. What does your yard pay for something like this?

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    newby, what do you use to strip the cables? I have a machine that hooks up to a drill but still find it cumbersome

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    I use this one:

    Patented Manual Wire Cable Stripper Stripping Machine Tool Scrap Copper | eBay

    btw, I am not affiliated in any way, with the makers, just a happy customer

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    Quote Originally Posted by NewbyScrapper View Post
    I use this one:

    Patented Manual Wire Cable Stripper Stripping Machine Tool Scrap Copper | eBay

    btw, I am not affiliated in any way, with the makers, just a happy customer
    I have the same one and love it, except when i got it 2 years ago it cost me $99

    #1 insulated $1.80 lb...cant be bothered to strip it. I am saving all my cord ends until I can find a better-than-shred price, or find a means to remove the brass easier. I wonder if i put big pot of water over my campfire out back and boil the ends if they will come apart. Cant hurt trying and it wont burn the plastic off into the stratosphere lol.

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    If you are talking about the cable that goes from wall socket to the PC's PSU, I cut the ends off. The 3 pronged ends are brass, I cut them off. The other end (thats goes to the PC) I throw in shred, too much effort to get the brass out, imo.

    The left over 3 wire cable, I strip, cos I like shiny copper and I have the time and machine to do it.

    btw, lots of info about wire stripping, if you use the Forum "Search" function.

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    I usually hold onto these and don't scrap them. I've seen them go for up to $5 new in bag or $3 used on Craigslist. I wouldn't be cutting them up.
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    I will keep that in mind next time I get a bunch thanks

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    I just sold 60 6ft computer power cables on ebay for like $51 oplus $23 shipping. The ones I had weighed about .5 pounds so my yard only pays like $.90 a pound for them so about $.45 each I sold them after fees for about $.76 each. Thats better than scrapping them and alot quicker than stripping them.

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    Quote Originally Posted by PartTimeScrapper View Post
    I just sold 60 6ft computer power cables on ebay for like $51 oplus $23 shipping. The ones I had weighed about .5 pounds so my yard only pays like $.90 a pound for them so about $.45 each I sold them after fees for about $.76 each. Thats better than scrapping them and alot quicker than stripping them.
    PTS what sort of charm bracelet do you wear?
    Many months ago, I tried to sell 45 of those 6 footers, black, gray and white ones. After 3 attempts with no takers, I did as mentioned further up this thread. btw, all these were brand new, wire tied and sealed in individual plastic bags.

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    Quote Originally Posted by NewbyScrapper View Post
    PTS what sort of charm bracelet do you wear?
    Many months ago, I tried to sell 45 of those 6 footers, black, gray and white ones. After 3 attempts with no takers, I did as mentioned further up this thread. btw, all these were brand new, wire tied and sealed in individual plastic bags.
    Maybe should have tried some "horsetrading" with a computer shop/repair for some of their junk. Never know,,,
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mechanic688 View Post
    Maybe should have tried some "horsetrading" with a computer shop/repair for some of their junk. Never know,,,
    Thanks for the tip Mech. Now, one would think, living 50 miles North of Silicon Valley, that there would be a fair to large number of those places in my area. Sadly, nope

    Actually, before the demise of one repair shop locally, I did try the "horsetrading" approach and the owner said he would sell ME as many as I wanted.

    Cheers for the input though

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    well I took in 61 pounds this morning and was paid .60 per pound any thoughts?

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    Quote Originally Posted by NewbyScrapper View Post
    Now, one would think, living 50 miles North of Silicon Valley, that there would be a fair to large number of those places in my area. Sadly, nope
    I think you'll find Silicon Valley was mostly chip makers/designers, not computers, those were made or assembled elsewhere

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    Quote Originally Posted by PartTimeScrapper View Post
    I just sold 60 6ft computer power cables on ebay for like $51 oplus $23 shipping. The ones I had weighed about .5 pounds so my yard only pays like $.90 a pound for them so about $.45 each I sold them after fees for about $.76 each. Thats better than scrapping them and alot quicker than stripping them.
    Yep, i barely scrap any cables anymore unless they don't work. Even $0.50 for a SATA cable is something like $10 a pound. Also, many yards will buy your cables without ends cut off if you deal in higher weights. Of course, as others have said above, it all comes down to how much you value your time.

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    This is my opinion so take it for what it's worth. First of all I don't cut the plug that goes in the wall (to much trouble getting the brass out) I do cut the plug that goes in the computer, those are gold conectors and sell for 2.00# or more to buyers on this forum. The cord it self I sell to my scrap yard as #2 insulated for 1.15#.

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    First of all I don't cut the plug that goes in the wall (to much trouble getting the brass out) I do cut the plug that goes in the computer, those are gold conectors and sell for 2.00# or more to buyers on this forum. The cord it self I sell to my scrap yard as #2 insulated for 1.15#.
    I think you'll find that the female end is still brass because it plugs into brass in the power supply. (brass into brass and gold into gold)

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