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Copper Scrap Materials Perth – Sell Your Copper for Cash
At Universal Scrap Metal, we recognise the value of your copper scrap. Copper is highly sought after for its excellent electrical conductivity and versatility, making it essential in the construction, electronics, and automotive industries. Recycling your copper scrap is a smart way to earn cash while supporting sustainable practices.
Get the Best Price for Your Copper Scrap
Our copper scrap prices reflect current market conditions and the quality of your material. You can maximise your copper junk price by categorising and sorting your scrap. Contact Universal Scrap Metal today for a competitive quote and fast payment.
Copper Scrap Categories
Copper scrap is classified into four main categories based on quality and contamination:
- Millberry / Brightwire Copper: Clean, shiny copper wire was removed from insulated PVC cables and is free of contaminants and oxidation.
- Copper 1: Clean copper pipes, bars, terminals, and lightly oxidised wires.
- Copper 2: Copper pipes or bars that may have welds, paint, or coatings, making them less pure.
- Copper 3: Copper mixed with other materials such as burned PVC, brass, plastic, steel, or oily residues.

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Copper Scrap Categories
Copper scrap is classified into four main categories based on quality and contamination:
Scrap Insulated Copper Wire
Insulated copper wire scrap varies by the percentage of recoverable copper. These cables are copper wire covered with a thin insulation layer such as plastic, lead, or steel. The grade of insulation affects the scrap value.
Why Copper Scrap Recycling Benefits You
- Earn More Cash: Copper scrap commands strong market demand, helping you get competitive copper junk prices for your materials.
- Long-Lasting Quality: Copper can be recycled repeatedly without losing its properties, ensuring consistent value.
- Energy Savings: Recycling copper uses up to 85% less energy than mining new copper, saving resources and lowering environmental impact.
- Local Economic Support: Recycling creates jobs and stimulates economic growth in Perth’s community.
Recycle your copper scrap confidently at Universal Scrap Metal—your trusted Perth partner for fair prices and expert service.
Ready To Turn Your Copper Scrap Into Cash?
Get in touch with Universal Scrap Metal today for competitive copper scrap pricing and trusted recycling services in Perth. Universal Scrap Metal offers fair pricing and reliable service regardless of the quantity or condition. Together, let’s turn your scrap into sustainable value.
FAQs
Frequent Asked Questions
Scrap copper prices vary with the market. At Universal Scrap Metal, we offer competitive rates based on current conditions to ensure you get the best value.
The price of 1 kg copper changes with market demand. We provide fair, up-to-date pricing reflecting real-time copper scrap rates in Perth.
Remove any paint, plastic, or other contaminants from copper scrap. Clean, pure copper fetches better prices and is easier to recycle.
Yes, most scrap yards, including Universal Scrap Metal, accept burnt copper wire, though pricing may be lower due to contamination.
Gather and sort your copper scrap, then bring it to a trusted recycler like Universal Scrap Metal for weighing and instant payment.