What Is My Scrap Metal Worth?

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Free scrap metal price calculator: Select your metal type, enter weight, get an instant estimate. Covers copper, Inconel, stainless steel, titanium, tungsten carbide, catalytic converters, and 30+ metals. Live results feed shows real user quotes. No registration required.

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⚠ Estimates based on July 2026 market prices. Call 754-310-2984 for a confirmed quote.

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Sean Rupley
Industrial Scrap Metal Buyer — 25+ Years Experience
ScrapMetalBuyers.com / Industrial Surplus World | Houston, TX | 2,400+ transactions completed
Last updated
August 01, 2026
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Current Scrap Metal Reference Prices — July 2026

Reference prices for the calculator. Call 754-310-2984 for confirmed quotes on your specific material.

MetalGrade / TypePrice RangeUnit
CopperBare Bright Wire$4.00 – $4.20per lb
Copper#1 Clean$3.60 – $3.90per lb
Copper#2 Mixed$3.00 – $3.40per lb
Inconel 625All forms$8.00 – $14.00per lb
Inconel 718All forms$10.00 – $18.00per lb
Hastelloy C-276All forms$6.00 – $12.00per lb
WaspaloyAll forms$12.00 – $20.00per lb
Stainless 304All forms$0.45 – $0.65per lb
Stainless 316All forms$0.55 – $0.80per lb
Titanium Gr. 2All forms$2.00 – $4.00per lb
Titanium Gr. 56Al-4V$4.00 – $8.00per lb
Tungsten CarbideInserts / tooling$6.00 – $12.00per lb
Aluminum 6061Extrusions / plate$0.55 – $0.75per lb
Electric MotorCopper-wound$0.20 – $0.45per lb
TransformerAll KVA$0.25 – $0.55per lb
Catalytic ConverterAll types$50 – $800+each
TantalumAll forms$18.00 – $26.00per lb
MolybdenumAll forms$6.00 – $10.00per lb

Scrap Metal Calculator — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate scrap metal value?

Select your metal type from the dropdown, enter the weight in pounds (or number of units for catalytic converters), enter your name and city, then click Calculate. You'll get an instant price estimate based on current market prices. For a confirmed quote, call 754-310-2984.

What is copper scrap worth per pound in 2026?

Copper scrap prices in July 2026: Bare bright copper $4.00–$4.20/lb, #1 copper $3.60–$3.90/lb, #2 copper $3.00–$3.40/lb, insulated copper wire $1.20–$1.80/lb. Prices fluctuate daily with commodity markets. Use our calculator above for an instant estimate or call for a confirmed price.

What is Inconel scrap worth per pound?

Inconel scrap prices in July 2026: Inconel 625 $8–$14/lb, Inconel 718 $10–$18/lb, Inconel 600 $7–$12/lb. Prices depend on alloy grade, form (bar, pipe, sheet, turnings), and quantity. Larger lots pay more per pound. Use our calculator for an estimate or call 754-310-2984.

How much is stainless steel scrap worth per pound?

Stainless steel scrap prices in July 2026: 304 stainless $0.45–$0.65/lb, 316 stainless $0.55–$0.80/lb, 310 stainless $0.65–$0.90/lb, 17-4 PH $0.80–$1.20/lb. Higher grades with more nickel and molybdenum content pay more. Use our calculator above for an instant estimate.

Are these scrap metal prices accurate?

Our calculator uses current market reference prices updated for July 2026. Actual prices may vary based on quantity, condition, location, and daily commodity markets. For a confirmed price, call 754-310-2984 — we provide free on-site appraisals for commercial quantities.

What is the minimum amount to sell scrap metal?

We buy any quantity of specialty metals (Inconel, titanium, tungsten carbide, catalytic converters). For common metals like copper and stainless steel, we prefer 100+ lbs for commercial pickup. Call 754-310-2984 to discuss your specific situation — we work with all sizes.

How do I get paid for scrap metal?

We pay on-site upon collection or via wire transfer within 24 hours of removal. We do not write checks that take days to clear. For large plant shutdown projects, we can arrange advance payment upon contract signing. Call 754-310-2984 for details.

What is the most valuable scrap metal?

By weight, the most valuable scrap metals are: Tantalum ($18–$26/lb), Waspaloy ($12–$20/lb), Inconel 718 ($10–$18/lb), Tungsten Carbide ($6–$12/lb), Titanium Grade 5 ($4–$8/lb), and Copper Bare Bright ($4–$4.20/lb). Catalytic converters can be worth $50–$800+ each due to platinum, palladium, and rhodium content.

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Use the ScrapMetalBuyers.com free scrap metal price calculator to get an instant estimate on your material. Enter your metal type and weight to see today's estimated value. For a confirmed quote, call 954-488-0700 or submit your information through the calculator.

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Use the ScrapMetalBuyers.com free scrap metal price calculator to get an instant estimate on your material. Enter your metal type and weight to see today's estimated value. For a confirmed quote, call 954-488-0700 or submit your information through the calculator.