Quote Originally Posted by Mick View Post
Two basic tools for testing metal types - magnet and grinder. Four most basic metal types - Iron, Stainless steel, Aluminum and Copper.
Thanks for your reply. I started cleaning out the house and instead of just throwing away the junk electronics, I've been tearing them apart. I've been using the magnet, but I guess I'll need to get a grinder. I have four small piles started - ferrous, aluminum, copper, and brass. I also have a growing pile of items I'm not yet sure about (small gauge wire, mixed components, circuit boards). I'm sure that with some practice, I'll get it all figured out.