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    Newbie with a 30 ton aluminum condenser coil

    Hey everyone,
    Just new to scrapping. I work for a commercial HVAC dealer in Maryland, and a lot of times I've done warranty claims with the manufacturer when things show up damaged, and the factory does not need the part back. I have taken them to the scrap yard, 1 time was more than what I expected, the past 2 have been severely low.

    I've got a 30 ton condensing coil that weighs 632 pounds uncrated. I want to maximize my profits on this bad boy, because something like this doesn't come often.

    I don't know the slightest thing about cutting the copper out of it. I am willing if it will net me significantly more. I was basically going to take it off it's crate for the most part, load it with a forklift, and take it over. let me know what you guys think, you clearly have way more knowledge in this field than me. What can I do within reason to net the highest amount on this thing? Any what sort of a price per weight should I expect? I'm sure those are very generic questions, but anything you could do to help would be appreciated. Thank you!


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    Take a sawzall and cut the mounting plates off the ends. Then it'll go as a clean cu/al radiator. Brings about 1.45 a pound where I'm at.

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    Welcome to the forum...first of call a couple of scrap yards, explain what you have and ask for a price. You will always maximize your profit by breaking down and separating the different metals. Hopefully Freonjoe sees your post as he is the resident hvac expert on here. I also recommend using the search bar and reading past threads on condensers and air conditioners. Good info there. Good luck.
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    pics please
    so we can hate you for it.

    just joking
    it wont be hate, more like envy

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    Lol speak of the devil.....

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    Quote Originally Posted by BRASSCATCHER View Post
    Hopefully Freonjoe sees your post as he is the resident hvac expert on here.
    I expect him to faint!
    I'm so into scrapping.. When my Steel Toe Boots Wear out, I cut the Steel out of them and recycle the Toe!

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