Scrapping an air conditioner for copper. How much copper do they contain?

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  • čas přidán 31. 07. 2022
  • Hello scrappers and planet lovers. In this video, I will answer the question: "how much copper do they contain?" I will not only show you how to identify the metals but also how to separate the metals in order to maximize your profit.
    Here are the links to other videos mentioned in this video:
    • Scrapping a compressor...
    • Scrapping copper/alumi...
    • Scrapping copper beari...
    • Scrapping an air condi...
    vinegar soaking: • Can soaking your coppe...

Komentáře • 53

  • @derek1996
    @derek1996 Před rokem +4

    So I meet one of my competitors :) I began scrapping about 4 years ago here in London, Ont, and it has been an adventure and very gratifying to see less items going into the dump yards. I have been watching your vids since I stareted and thank you for sharing with us. Just wanted to say hi and wish you the best in our shared interests.

    • @jamesfirth1280
      @jamesfirth1280 Před rokem +1

      Thank you very much!! Happy scrapping to you as well.

  • @murlbailer3755
    @murlbailer3755 Před rokem +1

    I don’t think I have ever seen anyone use the claw as much as you do. What ever works.🐎🌻✌️

  • @aprilw6044
    @aprilw6044 Před rokem +1

    Great video!!! It was very thorough and informative. Take care and keep the videos coming.

  • @BushDogScrapper
    @BushDogScrapper Před rokem

    Great video TinManScrapper ♻🌎😎👍

  • @bigredbullion3883
    @bigredbullion3883 Před rokem +1

    Great video

  • @TheKeving123
    @TheKeving123 Před rokem

    Heck yeah love your videos man first time watcher just subscribed!

  • @fishingmaster99
    @fishingmaster99 Před rokem

    I see a lot of scrapping channels but Yours and Bigstackd are my top 2.

    • @TinManScrapper
      @TinManScrapper  Před rokem +1

      My goodness, that is a huge compliment. Thank you and glad you enjoy it

    • @fishingmaster99
      @fishingmaster99 Před rokem

      @@TinManScrapper learned a lot about better scrapping. Thank you this is what CZcams is great for!

  • @thescrapmeister
    @thescrapmeister Před rokem +1

    Another informative video... Keep them coming Tin Man!

  • @gentilesoul
    @gentilesoul Před rokem

    Great video Sir, I'm just curious, do you have any suggestions on how to make a wire stripper or ideas on simple ways of getting the copper out of its coating? I hope you do because I can't afford to buy one {preferably Motorized One} but I might be able to purchase parts to build one, any suggestions? Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you. Eugene.

  • @blazin7
    @blazin7 Před rokem

    Thanks 🤘🏻

  • @TinManScrapper
    @TinManScrapper  Před rokem +1

    At 7:40 compressor not transformer…sorry

  • @cognac8297
    @cognac8297 Před 9 měsíci

    On extension cords should i take off the outer coating. That thick plastic.

    • @TinManScrapper
      @TinManScrapper  Před 9 měsíci +1

      It depends on the extension chord. I feel that if the chord is very flimsy than less copper and a lot of thicker coating. I leave those alone. If I tried to bend the chord and it is stiff, than more copper inside, so those ones I do remove the outer coating and upgrade to 60% appliance wire.

  • @cognac8297
    @cognac8297 Před 9 měsíci

    Ive seen some breathe the fumes from a smoking compressor while being cut , is that fine

    • @TinManScrapper
      @TinManScrapper  Před 9 měsíci +1

      It is just the burning oil. I would not do it for a long period of time. But I would make sure that I had a well ventilated area I was working in

  • @scrappinge-wasteholland460

    nice jop Tin man

  • @deborahclark1136
    @deborahclark1136 Před rokem +2

    You mentioned vinegar and water to remove the grease in the copper tubing. I was unable to find that link.

  • @thomasmacdonald8248
    @thomasmacdonald8248 Před měsícem

    Got $2,90 a pound yesterday for rads

    • @TinManScrapper
      @TinManScrapper  Před měsícem

      Nice. With the end pieces of copper on or off?

  • @edwinsmith1774
    @edwinsmith1774 Před rokem +2

    How do you get the gases out before breaking down

    • @TinManScrapper
      @TinManScrapper  Před rokem +1

      Thankfully have a buddy in the business that can safely flush. Most HVAC are licensed and can flush.

    • @edwinsmith1774
      @edwinsmith1774 Před rokem +1

      @@TinManScrapper does it cost for me wise ?

    • @BushDogScrapper
      @BushDogScrapper Před rokem +1

      @@edwinsmith1774 yea it will cost you money so I'd say if your going to take kind of stuff same as A/C units and fridges and freezers I'd save them up and have a bunch done at once they might give you you a flat rate on quantity! ♻😎👍

  • @maaingan
    @maaingan Před rokem +2

    If everyone scrapped their own old shit, the world would be in MUCH better shape. Plus think of all that copper sitting in landfills, instead of my basement workshop

  • @grumpyolddwarf8953
    @grumpyolddwarf8953 Před 6 měsíci

    You forgot the brass in the plug ...lol

  • @eltonbrazier2295
    @eltonbrazier2295 Před rokem +1

    How much does it cost to remove the freon

    • @jamesfirth1280
      @jamesfirth1280 Před rokem +1

      I think it depends on who you go to, location, and amount of items. I luckily have a friend that does it for me for a case of beer here and there.

    • @capela8669
      @capela8669 Před rokem

      Don't even worry about that just put it inside fridges and the scrap yards take it. They have their own ways of disposing everything that goes to the scrap yard.

  • @christinageller1649
    @christinageller1649 Před rokem

    What category is copper that looks red

    • @TinManScrapper
      @TinManScrapper  Před rokem +1

      #2 copper since there is a type of coating to make it red.

  • @sucker661000
    @sucker661000 Před 6 měsíci

    I don’t think you can upgrade the copper pipes to number 1 because it’s coated in refrigerant, same idea if it was coated in oil.

    • @TinManScrapper
      @TinManScrapper  Před 6 měsíci

      I soak them in my vinegar solution and then throw with copper tubing. I have never been downgraded.

  • @bandicootwarped7905
    @bandicootwarped7905 Před 11 měsíci

    That's not a transformer, it's a compressor. 7:45

  • @seanbruck5269
    @seanbruck5269 Před 8 měsíci

    so are the radiator lil copper eelbow macoroni thingss u cut off #1 OR 2 U LEDGIT SAID PUT IN 1 OR 2 LOL SO WHICH IS IT

    • @TinManScrapper
      @TinManScrapper  Před 8 měsíci

      both. The ones on the side without the soddering are #1 and the ones with the soddering are #2

  • @hoaaoxuan8234
    @hoaaoxuan8234 Před rokem

    Nói nhiều quá

  • @darcybrawataakaontariostac6835

    I see that you don’t read your messages

  • @steveciarico9824
    @steveciarico9824 Před 7 měsíci

    I cant tell you how much i cant stand your channel. I wish i knew a way to block you. Ive been scrapping longer than you have walked this earth. And i really want you to block me so we can part in peace. Or you can choose to not block me and i will continue to tell you how much i can't stand your channel. Choice is yours.

    • @TinManScrapper
      @TinManScrapper  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Sorry you feel this way, but it is your choice to watch or not watch my channel. I don’t know why you think you have to make a comment like this, but If you have been scrapping longer than I have walked the earth than surely you have gained the wisdom to know you simply don’t have to watch!

  • @shawntyler863
    @shawntyler863 Před rokem +1

    Isn't there copper tube running thru the sheet tin

    • @TinManScrapper
      @TinManScrapper  Před rokem

      Yes, you have to cut off the tin to get at the copper.

    • @shawntyler863
      @shawntyler863 Před rokem

      @@TinManScrapper thanks for reply I just watched another one of your videos showing best way. Been out in barn all week taking some window ac units apart. Next is some 42' old school tvs with the bell I think you call it. Great info as always. Enjoy your day from Kentucky

    • @TinManScrapper
      @TinManScrapper  Před rokem

      @@shawntyler863 thank you. Make sure you check the degaussing chord around the chord to see if it too is copper. The black cable that is coating with electric tape. Some are aluminum and some awesome #2 copper