Electric motors contain valuable copper windings inside a steel or aluminium housing. At One Metal Merchants in Caringbah, we buy all types of electric motors — from small appliance motors to large industrial units. Bring them to 9 Cawarra Road and get paid based on copper content and weight.
Electric motors vary in size, copper content and construction. We accept all types at our Caringbah yard — the more copper inside, the better the price.
Washing machine, dryer, dishwasher and vacuum cleaner motors. Smaller copper content but commonly available.
Drill, saw, grinder and other power tool motors. Smaller size but good copper density.
Water pump, pool pump, and irrigation pump motors. Medium size with strong copper windings.
Large three-phase motors, compressor motors, conveyor motors and manufacturing equipment. Highest value due to size and copper content.
Vehicle alternators, starter motors, and generators. Copper windings inside a steel or aluminium casing.
Motors with copper windings are worth more than those with aluminium windings. Our team can identify the difference.
Larger motors with more copper return higher prices. Industrial motors are the most valuable category.
Burned-out or seized motors are still accepted — the copper inside retains its value regardless of whether the motor works.
Motors with heavy steel pulleys, mounts or gearboxes attached will be assessed accordingly. Removing non-copper attachments can help.
Keep electric motors whole — do not attempt to extract copper windings yourself as this is labour-intensive and can be dangerous. We buy complete motors as-is. Separate motors from general steel scrap for the best return.
One Metal Merchants is located at 9 Cawarra Road, Caringbah NSW 2229. We serve customers across Caringbah, the Sutherland Shire and South East Sydney. Prices vary depending on motor size, copper content, weight and condition. Call 02 9531 1900 for current electric motor pricing or visit our yard during business hours.