Hey guys,
I've got a few questions here regarding computers and wires, as I feel like I've gotten the wrong prices in the past. I'm not new to scrapping, but I'm definitely not a professional! Any help would be appreciated! So my lucky spot happened to spit out money with 75 computers, and boxes of unused and used computer power cords. I have hundreds of computer power cords (not the cords that connect the monitor which I believe have other metals besides copper? or some of them)... I cut them open to make sure, and it looks like 3 strands of just copper yay. I just wanted to make sure, these cords are just copper insulated wire correct, for around 2 bucks a pound depending on my yard? Can I leave them as is, without cutting the ends off? Theres definitely over a hundred pounds here so it should be a nice payday depending on the prices.
My next question would involve the AC adapters. I believe they are all from laptops. What is the best way to get the most money for these? Should I leave them with the cords? I don't think I'm looking to break them all open unless it is incredibly worth it, I've done it in the past but it's been a while. What kind of prices do you get for these?
My last question... There's only one scrap yard in my area that takes e-scrap from computers, and they don't pay very much. What is the most other scrappers would pay per computer if I were to throw them on Craigslist to see if anyone would be interested? Is it way to much to ask 4 or 5 dollars a desktop? I've spent many days taking apart computers and scrapping them out entirely, it just takes too much time for me and my yard is light on the prices (I think I can almost get the same if left together surprisingly).
Thank you all for your help!
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