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Electric Motors Calculator
Estimate the value of electric motors based on copper & steel dual metals index (motor mixed metals).
Electric Motors Calculator
Dismantle vs. Whole Analysis
Potential Gain (Dismantled)
+£8.60
vs. Selling Whole (£19.00)
Recommendation
Dismantle
Copper Content
8.0%
Motor Specifications
50.0 kg
8.0%
Market Prices (£/kg)
£5.60
£0.13
£0.40
Analysis Breakdown
Component Values
Copper (4.0 kg)£22.40
Steel (45.0 kg)£5.85
Total Dismantled£27.60
Whole Motor Value£19.00
Net Gain+£8.60
Recommended: Dismantle
The value of extracted copper and steel exceeds the whole motor price significantly. Worth the labor cost.
Market Insights
- Steel comprises ~90% of weight, impacting price heavily.
- Copper windings (red) value > Aluminum (silver).
- Clean, sorted motors get better grading.
- Consider labor costs before dismantling.
Estimated Scrap Value
AC Motor • 50.0 kg • standard
£27.60
Dismantled Value
About this Calculator
Market Basis
Copper & Steel Dual Metals Index (Motor Mixed Metals)
Typical Value
Varies by market conditions
Pricing Formula
Motor Price = (Copper % × LME Spot Cu) + (Steel % × LME Spot Fe) - (Motor Processing Fee)Ready to get started?
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