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What is Copper Pipe (Clean)?

Common scrap sources: copper pipe 1/2" (type l), copper pipe 3/4" (type l), copper pipe 1" (type l), and water heater (40-50 gal).

How to prep Copper Pipe (Clean)

Prep guidance for items that contain Copper Pipe (Clean):

• Copper Pipe 1/2" (Type L): Cut off all brass fittings, valves, and solder joints — sell brass separately at the yellow-brass rate, and scrap solder-coated cut ends as #2 copper. Make sure each length is fully drained and dry to prevent a weight-class downgrade. Bundle by length and gauge for easier weighing at intake.
• Copper Pipe 3/4" (Type L): Strip all brass fittings, valves, and solder joints (sell brass and solder separately for the higher rates). Drain residual water and let dry to prevent weight downgrade. Cut into 4-6 ft sections for easier transport and weighing.
• Copper Pipe 1" (Type L): Strip all brass fittings and solder joints (sell brass separately at the yellow-brass rate, scrap leaded solder ends as #2 copper). Drain water fully and let dry to avoid weight downgrade. Cut into 4-6 ft sections and bundle by length for easier weighing.
• Water Heater (40-50 gal): Drain the tank fully before transport. If you can cut the copper inlet/outlet pipes and remove the brass drain valve, you'll get the higher #2 copper and yellow brass rates instead of light-iron pricing for those fittings.

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