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weighed out 10 # of computer wire including ribbon. and chemicaly stripped it to find the difference in weight, and profit potential.
I get .40 for com wire
I get $3 for #2
I ended up with 2.7 lbs of #2 out of 10 lb of com wire.
10 lb x .40 = $4
2.7 x $3 = $8.10 or a $4.10 gain
now to find an econimical way to strip it.
don't like burning and MEK is $18.00 a gallon. go to work folks lets figgure this out.
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Since computer wire is tinned, did it separate the copper from everything else?
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granulator
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Interesting. I've got a big heavy grate I was told was a welding table out on the #1 iron pile. I've got four totes full of various wire I thought is too small for stripping, including computer wire. I think I've still got a copper kettle that should work as well and several cords of wood that's cut/split and dried. I'll have to give this a try but I'll have to wait for a couple weeks till some of the stuff is unburied from the snow.Originally Posted by Kris Kringle
People may laugh at me, but that's ok. I laugh all the way to the bank.
Crt & Ewaste Specialist
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How many times can you use a batch of MEK? And could you outline the process vaguely? might have to get a few 50 gallon drums and the right container and do it in decent size batches....preferably using the same solution and just removing the waste to create more room as you go.
Last edited by Dunemaul; 03-02-2012 at 03:44 PM.
Metal Recycling Entrepreneur
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Not trying to start anything but:
Burning = enviromentally bad
MEK = turns brain into swiss cheese over time
Sell it as is and put your time into increasing your working capitol in better ways
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granulator. hoo hoo hoo hoo hoo ha ha ha ha ha thanks for the thought tho ):< }
Victor it was a one time experment. MEK is not practicle @ 18 bucks a gallon.
I have read something about a lye mix some where I will try to find it.
Last edited by EcoSafe; 03-02-2012 at 04:06 PM.
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I have tried the boiling thing it works but not very well.
Metal Recycling Entrepreneur
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Before a bunch of people run out to get some MEK, read the following wikipedia entry - especially the Safety section. It also may bring some unwanted attention from drug enforcement folks.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Butanone
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here is one for sale. http://www.ebay.com/itm/C1-Copper-Wi...item2a10519bc4
just 65k
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let me be clear about this, I did not nor do I reccomend using MEK, IT WAS A ONE TIME EXPERMENT AS STATED. becides as I also stated MEK is not practicle because of the cost.
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Im thinking an old smoker, with a chimney, then two five gallon buckets filled with granulated charcoal to get the crap out of the smoke. any Ideas on this ?
If I may extend that thought: polution is just material that is out of place. put it back where it belongs.
Back on topic: how about soaking wire in old oil?? Mike.
"Profit begins when you buy NOT when you sell." {quote passed down to me from a wise man}
Now go beat the copper out of something, Miked
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find a new buyer
were getting .85 for #3 insulated
Experienced Scrapper
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where do you live dr ?
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mid michigan
old dude ... i dont know how far it is for you but arcoa in orlando is buying mixed computer wire for .86 / lb
Metal Recycling Entrepreneur
My yard gives me 1.00 for insulated and doesnt differentiate between different grades. Guess im lucky. turned in 180 lbs of computer and appliance wire tues @ that price.
I've wondered about using MEK to dissolve the glue on TV yokes.
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Hammer's faster,,,I've wondered about using MEK to dissolve the glue on TV yokes.
P & M Recycling - Specializing in E-Waste Recycling.
If you enjoy your freedom, thank a vet.
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We use to use MEK when I was in the airforce to strip the paint off of the airplane. Man that stuff worked awesome. Does it turn the rubber insulation into a goop like it use to do to the paint?
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