Air conditioner units contain several material streams: copper coils, aluminium fins, compressors, motors and steel casing. Whole units are assessed differently from separated parts. Final SA Copper Scraps pricing is confirmed in store after inspection, grading and weighing.
Air conditioner units contain several material streams: copper coils, aluminium fins, compressors, motors and steel casing. Whole units are assessed differently from separated parts. The table gives a public guide, then the sections below explain the material categories that make this page different from other price pages.
| Material / grade | Indicative public benchmark | Pricing note |
|---|---|---|
| Copper #1 / clean pipe | A$13.00-$13.75/kg | Clean copper pipe, busbar and heavier copper without solder or contamination. |
| Aluminium extrusion | A$2.30-$2.90/kg | Clean extrusion, frames and profiles without steel attachments. |
| Electric motors | A$1.10-$1.35/kg | Motors vary by copper winding, casing, size and attachments. |
| Whole aircon units | Assessed in store | Value depends on copper coils, aluminium fins, compressor, steel case and refrigerant handling. |
Use these notes to identify what you have before calling or visiting.
Coils can be valuable when copper and aluminium are accessible and clean.
Assessed by casing, copper winding and condition.
Complete units are checked for recoverable metals and handling needs.
Call SA Copper Scraps or request a quote before visiting. Final pricing is confirmed in store after material is inspected, graded and weighed.
Price pages work best when visitors can see the practical buying process: sorted scrap, clean material and in-store assessment before payment.
Cleaner preparation helps the yard assess the material faster and reduces confusion between grades.
| Entity | Attribute | Value |
|---|---|---|
| air conditioning units | Separated coils | Usually clearer to grade than whole mixed units. |
| air conditioning units | Whole outdoor unit | Value depends on coil, compressor and steel case. |
| air conditioning units | Mixed HVAC load | Sorted by recoverable copper, aluminium and motor content. |
These links are kept focused on closely related material types so the page does not repeat the same internal-link block as every other price guide.
Air conditioner units contain several material streams: copper coils, aluminium fins, compressors, motors and steel casing. Whole units are assessed differently from separated parts. Public May 2026 benchmarks start around A$13.00-$13.75/kg, then the final amount is set by in-store grading and weighing.
Copper coils, Compressors and motors, Whole aircon units are the main categories to keep apart before visiting.
Keep copper pipe and coils separate if already removed. Do not mix HVAC parts with general rubbish. Tell the team whether the unit is whole or separated. Discuss unusual or commercial units before visiting.
No. These are public market guide ranges reviewed in May 2026. Final pricing is confirmed after material is inspected, graded and weighed in store.
air conditioning units can be reduced by mixed metals, attached steel, plastic, rubber, oil, moisture, paint, unsafe handling or unclear material separation.
Yes. Call 08 7225 9998 with the material type, grade and approximate quantity for current price guidance before bringing scrap to the yard.
Bring scrap to 12 Belfree Dr, Green Fields SA 5107. Material is assessed, graded, weighed and paid for in store.
Use the guide table, separate the material using the checklist on this page, then call or request a quote before visiting the Green Fields yard.
Customers compare scrap value from nearby suburbs before bringing material to the Green Fields yard.
Call SA Copper Scraps or request a quote before visiting. Final pricing is confirmed in store after material is inspected, graded and weighed.
(08) 722 599 98
info@sacopperscraps.com.au
12 Belfree Dr, Green Fields SA 5107
09:00 AM - 22:00 PM
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