Metal Transformer Recycling
Reliable scrap metal transformer recycling services for Atherton and the surrounding areas.
Metal Transformer Recycling Yard
If your electrical appliances have started to show performance or efficiency faults, or you’re an electrician who comes into contact with metal transformers on a daily basis, why not visit our local scrap metal yard to make a profit on them today! Our approachable and experienced scrap metal merchants have been providing our customers with a reliable, no-fuss scrap metal recycling service for over 15 years now, offering quick, straight-forward and hassle-free valuations for tradespeople across the North West.
Our scrap metal recycling yard is based in Atherton, enabling us to support those located in and around the Greater Manchester and Lancashire area, including (but not limited to) Wigan, Bolton, Chorley, Manchester, Preston, Leigh, Tyldesley, Salford and Westhoughton. Aside from metal transformers, we also buy a wide range of both ferrous and non-ferrous metals such as brass, lead, titanium, and many more!
Scrap Metal Prices For Metal Transformers
Scrap metal prices constantly change in line with the current supply and demand at the point of sale, making it difficult to know whether you’ve made a good profit or not. At Kas Metal, we take this uncertainty away! By basing all of our prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME), we ensure you always receive a fair, accurate and competitive price for your scrap metals.
Which Types of Electrical Appliances Have Metal Transformers?
- Microwaves
- Televisions
- Audio equipment/speakers
- Computers
- Lighting, e.g. LED lights or fluorescent fixtures
- Electric vehicles
- Medical devices
Which Types of Metal Transformers are Recyclable?
Transformers come in a wide range of different materials and types. The types we are more likely to accept at our local scrap metal yard include copper, aluminium, and steel transformer parts. All of these metals are 100% recyclable and can be recycled infinitely, without losing any of their original properties.
Copper-Wired Transformers
Insulated copper wire is the preferred choice for a transformer’s windings due to its superior conductivity and strength.
Aluminium-Wired Transformers
Another common material for the winding of a metal transformer, especially for distribution transformers, insulated aluminium wire is popular due to its lightweight and cost-effective nature.
Transformers With Laminated Steel Cores Or Tanks
The core of a metal transformer is generally made out of laminated steel sheets or grain-oriented silicon steel, which help to guide the magnetic flux and minimise energy losses. The tank is also usually made of steel, designed to protect the core, windings and insulating materials within the transformer.
How Does Metal Transformer Recycling Work?
Firstly, your metal transformer will need to be weighed and assessed by our scrap metal merchants to decipher how valuable it is. This will depend on the quality, quantity and grade of your scrap, as well as whether it is non-ferrous or not, as non-ferrous scrap metal tends to be worth more. We base all of our scrap metal prices on live LME market changes as they happen, so you can always rely on receiving a fair, accurate and competitive offer every time you visit our scrap metal yard.
To give you the space to unload your scrap metal safely and easily, we have a designated parking area away from all other vehicles on-site. Additionally, if you’d like to watch your transformer parts being weighed, we also have a safe and tidy waiting area for you.
Once your transformer has been assessed using the latest in metal analysis systems, we’ll give you a detailed weigh-in ticket with a detailed summary of how we broke down your price.
Once you’re happy to proceed, we’ve got a selection of flexible and prompt payment options to choose from, including cheques, bank transfers, and our exclusive pre-paid card method. If you drop off your transformer before 4pm, we’ll make sure you’re paid the same day. If not, no worries – we’ll sort the payment the following day!
Why Recycle Your Metal Transformers?
Transformers could need replacing for a number of reasons. But, why recycle your transformer? Well, the scrap metal recycling process contributes positively towards the prevention of climate change, reducing CO2 emissions by negating the need to mine for raw materials from scratch. By taking a visit to our team of scrap metal buyers, you’re ensuring you dispose of your unwanted scrap responsibly – all while making a profit!
Why Replace Your Transformer?
Below are some examples of situations in which your electrical appliances with transformers within them may need replacing:
- Smoke/Burning Smell – Smoke or a burning smell coming from any of your electrical appliances with a metal transformer indicates a serious issue that should be addressed immediately.
- Battery Issues – A computer that is not charging properly or an LED light that is not turning on at all could both be signs of a faulty transformer.
- Burn Marks – A microwave with burn marks on or near the transformer can indicate a problem.
- Age – The average lifespan of a transformer is around 20-40 years. As they age, performance and efficiency decline with them.
The Benefits of Metal Transformer Recycling
One of the biggest benefits of recycling your metal transformers is the opportunity to get some money back for your unwanted scrap! With the majority of transformer parts made out of copper, aluminium and steel, all metals of high value, you could make a serious profit. The exact value depends on the type and condition of the metal, but it’s a quick, easy and smart way to turn unwanted scrap into extra money.
However, it’s not just about the monetary gain. To us, the biggest benefit to scrap metal recycling is helping the environment. Metal transformer recycling not only reduces greenhouse gases, but it also conserves natural resources and minimises pollution. That’s a big win for the planet!
We can guarantee…
Recycle Your Metal Transformers With Ease
If the metal parts of your transformer are showing signs of failure, or you’re a tradesperson who comes across electrical scrap regularly, bring your scrap metal to us for a valuation today. Using the latest in metal analysis systems, we can quickly and easily weigh and grade your scrap metal transformers and offer you the best price possible for them – always based on the LME.
Get in touch with our scrap metal merchants today to learn more, or visit our local scrap metal yard to get the ball rolling today!
📍 Unit J, Coal Pit Ln, Atherton, Manchester M46 0RY