Open Until 6pm on Saturdays
Most Adelaide scrap yards close by noon on Saturdays. We stay open until 6pm, Monday to Saturday — so you don’t need to rearrange your week to bring scrap in.
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About SA Copper Scraps
Adelaide’s Trusted Scrap Metal Buyer at Green Fields
SA Copper Scraps is based at 12 Belfree Drive, Green Fields SA 5107 — serving homeowners, tradies, electricians, plumbers, builders, vehicle owners and commercial operators across metropolitan Adelaide.
We buy copper, brass, aluminium, lead, batteries, catalytic converters, cables, electric motors, compressors, radiators, mag wheels, air conditioning units and scrap vehicles. Every load is weighed on certified scales in front of you, graded transparently, and paid on the same visit.
- Certified digital scales — you see every reading
- Same-day cash payment on all accepted loads
- Free pickup available for qualifying loads across Adelaide metro
- Open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm — latest hours in Adelaide
- 10 dedicated car buying services — the only scrap yard in Adelaide with this
- No appointments needed for most drop-off loads
Why Choose Us
Adelaide’s Most Trusted Scrap Metal Buyers
We’ve built our reputation on fair prices, transparent weighing, and reliable same-day service — the things that matter most to our customers.
Certified Transparent Weighing
Every load is weighed on certified digital scales in front of you. You see the reading, you agree the grade — no guessing, no surprises, no deductions after the fact.
Same-Day Cash Payment
Payment is made in store on the same visit — cash or instant bank transfer. No waiting, no invoicing, no delays. You leave with your money.
Free Pickup for Qualifying Loads
Call 08 7225 9998 with your load details. For qualifying commercial and residential loads across Adelaide metro, we come to you at no charge.
Adelaide’s Only Scrap Yard with 10 Vehicle Buying Services
Cars, trucks, damaged, non-running, unregistered — we have a dedicated buying service for every vehicle type. No other Adelaide scrap recycler matches this range.
Licensed, Insured & Fully Compliant
SA Copper Scraps operates legally and responsibly. We verify the source of all materials and follow South Australian regulations on scrap metal purchasing.
What We Buy
Scrap Metal Services in Adelaide
From copper wire offcuts to full shed cleanouts — we buy all non-ferrous and mixed metals at competitive Adelaide rates.
Scrap Copper Buyers
All copper grades: bare bright, #1 pipe, #2 mixed, insulated wire and bus bar. Adelaide’s top copper buyer.
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Brass Scrap Buyers
Brass fittings, valves, rods, shell cases and castings — all grades accepted and priced by weight in store.
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Aluminium Recycling
Cast, extrusion, sheet and mixed aluminium. Mag wheels, frames, profiles and more — sorted and paid by grade.
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Catalytic Converter Buyers
Platinum, palladium and rhodium recovered from all vehicle types. Working, defective or damaged converters accepted.
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Car Battery Disposal
Lead-acid batteries from cars, trucks, motorbikes and UPS systems. Responsible disposal with cash payment.
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Cable & Wire Buyers
Stripped and insulated copper cable, PVC wire, armoured cable and multi-core. All grades assessed in store.
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Electric & Starter Motors
All electric motors — small domestic to large industrial. Copper windings and stator components recovered and paid.
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Air Con Unit Disposal
Complete air conditioning unit removal and recycling. Split systems, commercial units and compressors — all accepted.
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Radiator Buyers
Aluminium and copper radiators, coils and heat exchangers from vehicles and industrial equipment — paid by weight.
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Mag Wheel Buyers
Aluminium alloy mag wheels from cars, utes and 4WDs. Priced per kilogram based on alloy grade and condition.
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Lead Scrap Buyers
Lead sheet, pipe, roof flashing, wheel weights and old plumbing lead — all grades assessed and paid on the day.
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Compressor Buyers
AC and refrigeration compressors, rotary and scroll types — all sizes accepted for scrap metal recovery and payment.
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Scrap Metal Prices Adelaide
Current Scrap Metal Price Guide
Prices are reviewed regularly against public Adelaide and Australian market benchmarks. Final rates are confirmed in store after material is inspected, graded and weighed.
Indicative public benchmarks only. Contamination, mixed metals, moisture and market movement affect the final in-store price. Updated June 2026.
| Metal / Grade | Indicative $/kg |
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| Copper – Bare Bright | $13.50–$14.00 |
| Copper – #1 Clean Pipe | $13.00–$13.75 |
| Copper – PVC Insulated Wire | $4.50–$5.15 |
| Brass (mixed) | $4.50–$5.50 |
| Aluminium – Cast | $0.80–$1.10 |
| Aluminium – Extrusion / Sheet | $1.00–$1.40 |
| Lead (clean) | $1.20–$1.60 |
| Car Battery (lead-acid) | Call for rate |
| Catalytic Converter | $50–$1,500+ |
Vehicle Buying Services
Cash for Cars & Vehicles Across Adelaide
SA Copper Scraps is one of the only scrap metal yards in Adelaide with 10 dedicated vehicle buying services. Old, damaged, non-running, unregistered — we buy them all at fair prices with free removal across Adelaide metro.
Old Cars
Damaged Vehicles
Non-Running Cars
Unregistered
Scrap Trucks
Junk Cars
Unwanted Vehicles
10 Vehicle Buying Services
Car Removal Adelaide – Free Pickup
Cash for Cars Adelaide
Damaged Car Buyers
Non-Running Car Buyers
Old Car Buyers Adelaide
Scrap Car Buyer Adelaide
Junk Car Removal Adelaide
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Unregistered Car Buyers
Unwanted Car Buyers Adelaide
Same-day quotes available. Call before noon for same-day removal across Adelaide metro.
The Process
How to Sell Scrap Metal at SA Copper Scraps
Four simple steps — from your shed to cash in hand, all on the same day.
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Sort Your Material
Separate copper from aluminium, brass from steel, cables from bare wire. Sorted loads are graded faster and typically pay better. Sorting is helpful but not required.
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Drive In or Request Pickup
Bring scrap to 12 Belfree Dr, Green Fields SA 5107 — no appointment needed for most loads. Or call 08 7225 9998 to arrange a free pickup for qualifying loads.
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Weigh, Grade & Inspect
Our team weighs every load on certified digital scales in front of you. You see every reading. We confirm the grade and make you a clear offer based on today’s market rate.
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Get Paid on the Spot
Instant cash or bank transfer — paid in store before you leave. No waiting, no cheques, no invoicing. Same-day payment on every accepted load.
Where We Operate
Scrap Metal Buyers Across Adelaide & Surrounds
Our Green Fields yard serves customers from across metropolitan Adelaide. Free pickup available for qualifying loads throughout the Adelaide metro area.
Suburbs We Serve
Not sure if we cover your suburb? Call us on 08 7225 9998 — we cover all of metropolitan Adelaide and can discuss regional SA for large commercial loads.
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Customer Reviews
What Adelaide Customers Say About SA Copper Scraps
Real Google reviews from homeowners, tradespeople and businesses who’ve sold scrap at our Green Fields yard.
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“The guys at SA copper scraps are perfect for plumbers. Quick and give great rates. No messing around. Straight up and easy.”
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Sam Haggerty
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“I had 120kg of shiny copper, I called Abbas and he came and picked up on the same day. He paid the best price. Thanks mate. Highly recommended!”
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Ali Mirzaie
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“Great staff and very welcoming, and best prices in the market. Will definitely be coming back.”
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Stanley Varelias
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“Very good staff and very good pricing. Definitely recommend to anyone looking to sell scrap metal in Adelaide.”
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Salar Rahbar
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“Good service and excellent price. Keep going guys. Very happy with the whole experience from start to finish.”
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Asadollah Barat
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“Friendly staff, easy access, great prices! Exactly what you want when dropping off scrap. Simple, fast and fair.”
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Samuel Morena
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“Very well priced and very good customer service as always. My go-to yard in Adelaide for copper and brass.”
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Salar Elite
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“Great price, friendly staff. Came in with a load of mixed copper and aluminium — weighed on the spot and paid straight away. Couldn’t ask for more.”
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Adam Smajdor
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Ready to Sell Your Scrap Metal?
Drive to Green Fields or call now — weighed and paid on the same visit.
Our Yard & Materials
See Inside SA Copper Scraps
Our Green Fields yard in action — sorted metals, our weighing station, and the materials we buy every day.
Scrap Metal Tips & Guides
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Recycling guides, price updates and how-to tips from the SA Copper Scraps team.
Copper
Scrap Copper Recycling in Adelaide: Turn Your Copper Waste into Cash
Copper is one of the most valuable recyclable metals available to homeowners and tradies in South Australia. Learn how to identify copper grades — bare bright, #1 pipe, #2 mixed and insulated wire — prepare your load correctly, and get the best possible price at an Adelaide scrap yard.
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Recycling
Why Recycling Copper Scrap in Adelaide Is More Valuable Than You Think
Discover why copper scrap holds its value better than most metals and how to maximise your return at an Adelaide yard.
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Brass
Brass Scraps at SA Copper Scraps — What We Accept & What You’ll Earn
Brass fittings, valves, rods and castings — find out which items we buy, how grades affect your payout, and how to prepare your load.
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Common Questions
Scrap Metal FAQ — Adelaide Answers
Everything you need to know before bringing scrap to our Green Fields yard or booking a pickup.
What types of scrap metal do you buy in Adelaide?
We buy all non-ferrous metals including copper (all grades), brass, aluminium (cans, extrusions, cast), lead, batteries (lead-acid), catalytic converters, stripped and insulated cable, electric motors, compressors, radiators, mag wheels and air conditioning units. We also buy scrap vehicles in any condition. If you’re unsure whether we accept your material, call us on 08 7225 9998 — we almost certainly do.
How much is scrap copper worth in Adelaide right now?
Copper prices change daily based on the London Metal Exchange (LME). Public benchmarks for bare bright copper in Adelaide are around A$13.50–$14.00/kg in 2026. The rate depends on your grade — bare bright wire pays the most, followed by #1 copper pipe, #2 mixed copper, and insulated PVC wire. Visit our Copper Scrap Price page for current indicative rates, or call 08 7225 9998 for a real-time quote.
Do you offer free scrap metal pickup across Adelaide?
Yes — our scrap metal collection service is completely free of charge for qualifying loads across all Adelaide metropolitan suburbs. We cover the area from Gawler in the north to Morphett Vale in the south, including coastal, eastern and western suburbs. Call 08 7225 9998 with your material type, estimated quantity and suburb, and we’ll confirm same-day availability.
Can you pick up scrap metal on the same day I call?
In most cases, yes. Call before noon and we can typically arrange same-day pickup for Adelaide metro customers. For the fastest response, call us directly on 08 7225 9998 rather than booking online — we can often schedule your pickup while you’re on the phone.
How are scrap metal loads weighed and priced?
Our team weighs every load on certified digital scales in front of you — you see every reading on screen. We sort and weigh each metal type separately, confirm the grade, and make you a clear, itemised offer based on today’s in-store rate. If you accept the offer, we pay you immediately. No hidden deductions, no surprise price drops after the fact.
Do you buy scrap cars and vehicles?
Yes. We buy vehicles in any condition — old, damaged, accident-written-off, non-running, unregistered, or simply unwanted. We offer 10 dedicated vehicle buying services including Car Removal Adelaide, Cash for Cars, Damaged Car Buyers and more. Call 08 7225 9998 with make, model, year and condition for a same-day quote.
What are your opening hours and where are you located?
SA Copper Scraps is open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm. We are closed on Sundays and public holidays. Our yard is at 12 Belfree Dr, Green Fields SA 5107 — easily accessible from Salisbury, Elizabeth, Smithfield and surrounding northern Adelaide suburbs. No appointment needed for most drop-off loads.
Do I need to sort my scrap before bringing it in?
Sorting is not required but it helps. Separated loads grade faster — keeping copper away from steel, brass away from aluminium, and insulated cable away from bare wire means each material can be assessed at its correct grade. Mixed loads can be accepted but may attract a mixed-grade price that’s lower than sorted material.
Are you open on Saturdays — and until what time?
Yes — SA Copper Scraps is open every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This makes us one of the few scrap metal buyers in Adelaide open until 6pm on Saturdays. Most competitors close by noon. Our full week: Monday to Saturday, 9am–6pm. Closed Sundays and public holidays. No appointment needed for most drop-off loads.
How do you pay — cash or bank transfer?
We offer same-day payment — cash in hand or instant bank transfer, your choice. Payment is made immediately after weighing and grading on the same visit. No invoices, no waiting, no delayed processing. You leave with your money.
Do I need an appointment to drop off scrap metal?
No appointment is needed for most drop-off loads. Simply drive in to 12 Belfree Dr, Green Fields SA 5107 between 9am and 6pm, Monday to Saturday. For large commercial loads or vehicle pickups, calling ahead on 08 7225 9998 is recommended.
What is the minimum load for a free pickup?
Pickup eligibility depends on material type, quantity and your location. As a guide, loads of 50kg or more of high-value metals (copper, brass) or larger mixed loads generally qualify. Call 08 7225 9998 with your material type, estimated weight and suburb — we’ll confirm within minutes.
Can I bring scrap during my lunch break?
Absolutely. We’re open 9am to 6pm Monday through Saturday — including through the lunch period with no midday closure. A standard sorted drop-off typically takes 15–30 minutes from arrival to payment, so a lunch-hour visit is very manageable.
Can businesses and tradies arrange regular scrap pickups?
Yes. We work with electricians, plumbers, builders, aircon technicians and commercial operators across Adelaide. If your business generates ongoing scrap — copper offcuts, cable, brass fittings, aluminium — we can discuss a regular collection arrangement. Call 08 7225 9998 or email info@sacopperscraps.com.au to discuss.
Still have a question? We’re happy to help.
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Find Us
Visit SA Copper Scraps in Green Fields
Drive in Monday to Saturday — no appointment needed for most drop-off loads.
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Opening Hours
Monday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
SundayClosed
Latest hours in Adelaide — open until 6pm Sat
No appointment needed for most drop-offs. Call ahead for large commercial loads or free pickup.