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Copper, brass, aluminium, lead, stainless, cable, batteries and motors.

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Mon–Fri 7:30am–5:00pm, Sat 7:30am–2:00pm. 12 Belfree Dr, Green Fields SA 5107.

Committed to Getting You the Best Price for Your Scrap Metal in Adelaide

SA Copper Scraps is Adelaide's trusted scrap metal buyer, proudly serving homeowners, tradespeople, manufacturers, and farmers right across South Australia.

Adelaide's Scrap Metal Buyers and Recyclers Since 2020

SA Copper Scraps has been buying and recycling scrap metal for Adelaide households, tradespeople, manufacturers and farmers since 2020. We specialise in non-ferrous metals — copper, brass, aluminium and lead — alongside cable, batteries, motors, converters and full vehicle buying. Bring your load to the Green Fields yard and we weigh it on certified scales while you watch, show you every reading, and pay you before you leave. From a few kilograms of copper pipe to multi-tonne industrial loads, there are no hidden fees and nothing deducted from your payout.

Our Mission

To make scrap metal recycling straightforward and worthwhile for every household and business in South Australia. Every kilo recovered is a kilo that does not go to landfill.

Our Vision

That you always know exactly what you are being paid and why — transparent grading, certified weighing and immediate payment, every time.

We Buy Unwanted & Scrap Cars, Trucks & Vans Across Adelaide

Got an old car taking up space in your driveway? A written-off truck rusting in the paddock? SA Copper Scraps buys vehicles of any make, model, age, or condition — running or not. We offer some of the highest cash-for-cars rates in Adelaide, and our team will come directly to you for free removal.  We assess your vehicle fairly and pay you instantly — no waiting, no auctions, no online listings. Just a straightforward offer and same-day cash in your hand. Vehicle removal is the one service where we come to you — scrap metal loads are assessed at the Green Fields yard.

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SA Copper Scraps provides reliable car removal in Adelaide, buying unwanted cars, damaged vehicles, and scrap cars with fast service and on-the-spot payment.

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Certified Weighing on Every Load

Your metal is weighed on calibrated digital scales at our yard, sorted by grade, with every reading visible to you. You receive an itemised offer before anything is loaded, and payment by cash or bank transfer the same visit.

Best Rates in Adelaide

We track live metal commodity markets daily, so our rates move with the market rather than lagging it. Every customer gets our best available rate up front — whether you are bringing in one bag of offcuts or a truckload. No haggling required.

Expert Scrap Metal Buying & Recycling Services in Adelaide

Whether you are clearing a garage, an electrician with cable offcuts, or a business decommissioning a factory, we buy and recycle the full range of scrap metals. Choose your material below for grades, preparation notes and current price guidance.

Scrap Copper Buyers Adelaide

From old plumbing pipes to electrical wire — we pay the best copper scrap price in Adelaide. Bring it in or book a free quote!

Scrap Air Conditioner Buyers SA

Whole air con units contain copper coils, aluminium fins, and compressors — we dismantle and pay for the full unit.

Brass Scrap Metal Buyers Adelaide

Taps, valves, fittings, or mixed brass — we assess and pay for all grades. Quick turnaround, instant payment.

Scrap Mag Wheel Buyers Adelaide

Damaged, corroded, or unwanted mag wheels — we pay for aluminium alloy wheels of any size or condition.

Aluminium Recycling Adelaide

Extrusions, cans, sheets, or cast aluminium — all grades accepted.

Aluminium & Copper Radiator Recycling SA

Old car or industrial radiators are valuable — aluminium fins with copper tubes command premium rates.

Lead Scrap & Recycling Adelaide

Old pipes, roof flashings, wheel weights, and battery plates — we safely collect and recycle all forms of lead scrap across South Australia.

Scrap Compressor Buyers South Australia

Air-con compressors, fridge compressors, industrial units — we take them all and pay based on weight and metal content.

Cable Scrap Buyers Adelaide — Stripped & Insulated

We accept both stripped and insulated copper cables. Great rates per kilo — ideal for electricians and contractors.

Catalytic Converter Buyers Adelaide

Catalytic converters contain platinum, palladium, and rhodium — we assess and pay top market rates on the spot.

Car Battery Disposal & Recycling Adelaide

Don't throw away your old car batteries — we'll pay you for them and ensure responsible recycling.

Electric & Starter Motor Recycling SA

Broken or old electric motors are full of valuable copper windings. We pay good money for motors of all sizes.

Scrap Steel & Ferrous Metal Adelaide

Heavy prepared steel, light mixed steel, cast iron and general ferrous scrap — accepted alongside our non-ferrous grades. Sorting pays on larger loads.

Why Adelaide Sellers Choose SA Copper Scraps

With dozens of scrap dealers in South Australia, choosing the right one matters. Here’s what makes SA Copper Scraps the clear choice for homeowners, tradespeople, and businesses across Adelaide.

Paid Before You Leave

Cash or bank transfer the same visit — no invoicing, no 30-day terms, no waiting for a cheque.

You See The Scales

Every load is weighed on calibrated digital scales in front of you, sorted by grade, with an itemised offer before anything is loaded.

A Registered South Australian Business

ABN 53 643 157 019, operating from a fixed yard at 12 Belfree Dr, Green Fields since 2020, with receipted transactions and public liability cover.

Scrap metal prices

Check Adelaide Scrap Price Guides Before You Visit

Plan your visit with material-specific price guides. Final value is confirmed at SA Copper Scraps after in-store inspection, grading and weighing.

Updated August 2026 In-store weighing Grade-based pricing
Unsure what metal you have?

Start with the mixed metal guide, then move into a specific category.

Scrap Metal Price Guide
Have copper, cable or brass?

These are high-value non-ferrous categories, so keep them separate.

Copper Price or Brass Price
Have batteries, motors or aircon units?

Check the right guide before bringing material to the yard.

Battery Price, Motor Price or Aircon Price

Bring Your Load In. Weighed On Site. Paid The Same Visit.

From a bag of copper offcuts to a shed full of mixed metal, bring it to the Green Fields yard and we will grade it, weigh it in front of you and pay you before you leave. No appointment needed during opening hours.

Quick Answers for Better Decisions

Frequently Asked Questions About Scrap Metal Recycling in Adelaide

We buy all non-ferrous metals including copper (all grades), brass, aluminium (cans, extrusions, cast), lead (pipe, roof, battery plates), and stainless steel. We also purchase stripped and insulated copper cables, car batteries, electric motors, catalytic converters, air conditioning compressors, whole aircon units, aluminium-copper radiators, mag wheels, and more. If you're unsure whether we accept your material, just call us on 08 7225 9998 — we almost certainly do.

Copper prices change daily based on the London Metal Exchange (LME). The rate you'll receive depends on the grade of your copper — bare bright wire commands the highest price, followed by #1 copper, #2 copper, and insulated wire at the lower end. For the most current copper price in Adelaide, visit our Copper Scrap Price page or call us directly for an instant phone quote. We always offer the best available rate — guaranteed.

No — we don't offer collection.

All materials must be delivered directly to our yard. Once onsite, we handle everything including weighing, sorting, grading, and instant payment with no hidden fees.

When you arrive at our yard, we weigh you in on certified, calibrated digital scales. We sort and weigh each metal type separately in front of you — you see every reading on the screen. We then calculate your payout based on current market rates for each grade and make you a clear, itemised offer. If you're happy with the price, we load everything, and you receive payment immediately — no waiting, no invoicing.

Bring it to SA Copper Scraps at 12 Belfree Dr, Green Fields SA 5107. We recycle copper, brass, aluminium, lead, stainless, steel, cable, batteries, motors, radiators, converters and aircon units — and unlike a tip or transfer station, we pay you for it rather than charging a disposal fee.

Prices move daily with global commodity markets and vary by grade and cleanliness. Current public benchmarks for every material are on our price guide pages, and the final figure is confirmed at the yard after your load is graded and weighed. Call 08 7225 9998 for the rate on the day.

It helps but it is not required. Mixed loads are accepted. Keeping copper, brass and aluminium separate from steel and general rubbish means a clearer grade and usually a better result, but nothing needs to be dismantled unsafely.

Yes. Steel and ferrous scrap is accepted alongside non-ferrous metals. Heavier prepared steel is worth more per tonne than light mixed steel, so sorting is worthwhile on larger loads. See the steel price guide for current benchmarks.

Bring photo ID. For automotive components including batteries and catalytic converters, evidence of ownership may also be required for a compliant transaction. This is standard practice and protects legitimate sellers.

Monday to Friday 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM, closed Sunday. No appointment needed during opening hours. For public holidays or unusual materials, call 08 7225 9998 before visiting.

Still have questions?

Call our friendly team on (08) 7225 9998 — we're available Monday to Friday 7:30 AM–5 PM and Saturday 7:30 AM–2 PM.

What Adelaide Residents & Businesses Say About SA Copper Scraps

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Good service and excellent price. Keep going guys.

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Friendly staff, easy access, great pieces.

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Great staff and very welcoming, and best prices in the market.

Stanley VareliasGoogle review
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Perfect for plumbers. Quick, great rates, no messing around.

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Very good staff and very good pricing. Definitely recommend.

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Very well priced and very good customer service like always.

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Great price, friendly staff.

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Customers visit SA Copper Scraps from across Adelaide and South Australia. Choose your suburb page for local information, then bring accepted scrap to our Green Fields yard for in-store inspection, grading, weighing and payment.

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