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  • Scrap Metal Prices

    Earlier this year, I finally hauled a pile o’ scrap metal to the recycler. For future reference, here’s what clattered down on the scale:

    Scrap Metal Prices - 2017-04
    Scrap Metal Prices – 2017-04

    I think the IRONY tag means ferrous bits & pieces in the mix. There’s a powerful motivation to hand them clean copper scrap, although I stop just after cutting off soldered pipe fittings and before stripping insulation.

    Memo to Self: Next time, ask about PCBs and gold-plated connectors.