How To Scrap A/C Compressors - Sealed Compressors - Scroll Compressors - Piston Compressors

[@JacobONeil-sp3eo]

Thanks for the pipe tip!! I'm getting geared up to break down 12 compressors today and was racking my brain on how I was gonna strip the windings out when I only have a Fisher Price vice 😆

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

😂😂 There are multiple ways to do it, I've just found this to be the most comfortable and convenient way for me... Having a pipe thats 3ft tall would have made it even better because you could stand up.. Good luck and be safe.

[@mikefuller1227]

And the pipe can be PVC ​@@ChallengeTheBuild

[@milliken603]

I myself love to take stuff apart so it's fun. I love free money and you're actually doing something real for the environment. Nice job.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thanks for watching and commenting. This is the real way to recycle ♻️ !

[@michaelwillcutt2619]

Your time is money

[@artaxerxes2363]

Oh fuck the environment is what I always say.

[@Handle_number_7]

I generally don't like creating/wasting copper dust. So I've found a fairly easy way to extract the copper without a cutoff disc. Most people here know that the strings tied around unravel very easily. Then I take bolt cutters/cable cutters to the wires, and then flip the motor over, and use a flathead screwdriver to separate each segment. And then If necessary I use a prybar. But since motors of this nature have been subjected to oil, they generally come out quite easily. From string removal, to sorted #2 copper, I have it extracted inside 10 minutes without the use of precious cutoff discs. Hope that helps. I've been experimenting with Steel demon carbide blades on my sawzall. They can definitely handle some torture, but my diamond cutoff wheel for the grinder seems to last longer. Unfortunately, it's a very slow cut.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I appreciate the input, I have watched multiple "how to" and for me it's about the time involved. The faster I process the motors the more profitable it can be so it out weighs the cost of the cutting wheels and copper dust. I actually use my band saw to cut the windings now and multi task the process. At the end of the day there is no right or wrong method its just a matter of completing the work safely and making some money! Happy scrapping. Appreciate the feedback 👍

[@DMM-cv5fh]

I use a chop saw to cut the one end and I have a shroud setup which catches all the copper dust and then use a scissor clamp attached to log splitter

[@chechnya]

I saw someone make a two prong chipping hammer chisel on a chisel chipping hammer

[@Raimundofrios]

Aki no Brasil retiro esse compressor vendo por 5 dólares 1 libra

[@scrapperbrad]

Thanks for making this video! I'm a new scrapper and found it very helpful in my research on scrapping compressors. Subscribed to your channel.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

No problem... Make sure to read the comments too... Some different opinions and ideas... This video is an updated version with even more info... kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU good luck and be safe.. Happy Scrapping...

[@scrapperbrad]

Great! Thanks for the link to the new video!

[@charleshairston4853]

13:28 Shouldn't that pile of copper tooth picks be considered #1 instead of #2, or am i missing something?

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

It depends, the scrap yard that I deal with said something about tbe color of the copper... 🤷‍♂️

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

This is an updated video for the scrap process. kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU

[@charleshairston4853]

@@ChallengeTheBuild some of these scrap yards are really crooked. Take that so called discolored copper and see which pile it gets thrown in after being weighed. The scrap yard closest to me is like that. They short change you on weight and pay at least $1.50 a lbs less for #1 copper than the next closest yard.

[@chadogden1646]

Its #2 because of the wire strand thickness. Fine wire is #2.

[@christiancrowe8996]

Nice video! Have you ever got all the way in and the windings ended up being copper coated alluminum wire?

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

This video is better, I have revised methods. Watch this video when you get a chance. kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Never came across coated aluminum wire... And I never really looked that hard at it..😁👍

[@rossbrumby1957]

Not in compressor motors. Cheap pedestal fan motors, some household water pressure pump motors, nearly every microwave oven transformer and a few other ones. As soon as I access wire, I scratch test them with the stanley knife!

[@Storyholder23]

Great walk through. It's super helpful to know what goes into breaking one down, helps you know when it's worthwhile to disassemble.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Glad it was able to help. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🤝👍

[@mustaphaali7654]

@@ChallengeTheBuild hello

[@patwhitaker1280]

😊

[@salmankhokhar3503]

Wounderful job. We have recycling factory in South Korea. We learn many good things from your vedio, thanks for making good vedio. Take care, brother God bless you.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

It makes me happy to know the video has helped people worldwide to be more efficient when scrapping, glad it helped! Thank you for leaving a comment. Be safe and happy scrappin. 👍 🤝

[@thomasd2206]

Thanks for showing how and what things are worth. I am going to start doing this as every penny these days help. Grinding wheels is a smart idea. How to cut was a great help.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thank you for watching and I am glad it helped 👍. With the scrap prices increasing it only makes this process even more worth while. Once you figure out your own little system it really does not take long to knock them out. Make sure to wear safety gear and be careful. Appreciate you taking the time to drop a comment, thank you..🤝👍

[@pghtile8069]

Good video. Instructional and the production value was better than expected. I had been just turning the compressor over at about double the shedder value. Hmmm. Maybe I’ll try it. One question though. Any idea what the original weight was for the compressor. I’d assume the amount of copper is related to the overall size.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Watch the updated video when you get a chance, much better in my opinion. kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU

[@samheckman5517]

Fantastic Video, Thank you for taking the time to do this. GREAT JOB. Be safe, Be well and have an awesome day

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thanks Sam for the great feedback, I do appreciate it. I'm having a hard time breaking out in KZbin. If you can check out my updated scrap videos I linked one here, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eILUon-ijd6DZ68 . Thanks again for the support. 👍🤝

[@DMM-cv5fh]

I’ve been doing this almost full time, I have a regular supply of motors, and now that summer is here i can’t even keep up with them all. I use a scissor clamp and 27 ton log splitter to pull the copper

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I had an idea to be able to use a log splitter, makes me happy to know someone is already there! Nice work. Time is money and the motors are worth it as long as you have a system! 👍💯🤙💪

[@Ap2_dc2_007]

Awesome!! A lot of work for beginners, but it’s nothing to well experienced scrape man. Thank you for sharing!! Scraping my old unit and this video helped me and I’m sure many others. ✊✊✊😎🙏🏽🙏🏽😎😎😎

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

It definitely is a lot of work but once you do the first one and figure out your systems it becomes very easy to knock them out quickly. I am glad that it was able to help. Thanks for commenting 🤝👍

[@cognac8297]

Thanks, my pops gives me so many compressors from his job and coils and wire. Ive always wondered how to make the money on the compressors. Ive never liked the whole unit scrap value. Just thought i would check how your doing yours.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Check out my updated video kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU . This shows a new way to go about it. Thanks for watching. Good luck 👍

[@bulldog201269]

Thanks!! That's the same compressor I was trying to scrap. I wish I would have watched your video before beating on it..ha ha! Now I can finish it. Look forward to your other videos. Keep up the good work.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Glad it was able to help you👍. With prices of scrap going up every piece counts 💰!! I just got my shop cleaned up and ready to go for some more videos. I appreciate the support thank you 🤝👍, as always remember to #ChallengeTheBuild

[@davehood6600]

Thank you that was very helpful for me as I am just getting in to scraping and don't know much about it and this will definitely make it easier to get the copper out!!!

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Appreciate the watch and comment 👍 this video here is an updated video kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU new information and in my opinion better quality .. Thanks for watching and be safe.

[@PhilipRomeo69]

I do them too. Only i use a duel voltage plasma cutter. Cut open and statoe out in a couple mins. I do a bunch at a time then go back and remove the copper

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Having a system definitely helps saves time and makes it worth it... Time is money 😁👍... Thanks for watching and commenting...

[@davea5150]

I have a 4.5 " harbor freight grinder. There discs don't last long at all. Any ideas on this? Please What copper is in the compressors. #1 or #2 👍 Any input on a plasma cutter for this project? I don't have one it was just a thought.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I've seen people use plasma cutters and they seem to work well (if you have one). As far as cut off wheels I use Benchmark Abrasives, harbor freight is good for some things, cutoff wheels isn't one of them (in my opinion) .. And my scrap yard buys the copper at #2 yours could be different 🤷‍♂️..

[@m.weston7114]

the winding metal is #2 steel, it is not solid but layers of thin sheet metal. The casing is 1/8" steel and could be #1 depending on where you live

[@rossbrumby1957]

Good thing he didn't seperate them into sheets then.

[@m.weston7114]

you make an easy job very labor intensive. i am 46 years in the business. At least your trying.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

😁 Every person has their own unique way, some even have special tools specifically designed for scrapping these things, regardless the end goal is the same.. This is not a labor intensive job by any means, appreciate the wat h and comments... Scrap um up!😎👍

[@AlmostAverageAutomotive]

This is awesome, I actually have 2 of these I was just gonna scrap. I'll be cutting them up now!

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Awesome! Thanks for checking out the video and my channel. Good luck on the scrap run... every dollar counts!👍

[@davea5150]

Put a box fan to the side of you when cutting that's what I do.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Good idea...👍

[@barkybite5143]

Terrific video my dude, made it Alot Easier to get several of these done!

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Glad it helped, if you get a chance watch this updated video kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU , I show a new method of cutting the compressors apart, plus the overall quality of the video is better... Thanks again for watching and commenting. 👍

[@BREATH79]

Thanks my guy. You're awesome. God Bless You and your family this year 2022.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thank you so much for the encouragement.. Be safe and blessings to you as well..👍🤝🙌

[@frankzahn7773]

I heard that if you don't remove the string and sleeves, which you did remove the sleeves, the scrap yards would down grade the copper or steel and pay less. Do you know?

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I think it all depends on the specific scrap yard, talk to them and ask the yard you deal with but the cleaner the copper the better the price should be... Just have to weigh out is the extra cleaning worth ypur time... Good luck and be safe

[@johnharper3404]

great job and thank you for tricks of the trade. Take care!

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thanks for watching and commenting..🤙💯

[@jaberjaber131]

Good work , keep it up . I scrap and I love it

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thank you 👍

[@bormatnor]

Thanks for the info, I picked up a couple tricks from this, well done

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

This is an updated video with some new techniques kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU .. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@JamesPlatt88]

I used to work at a large scrapyard in KC. We bought the colored or varnished wire as #1 bc it all burns off in the refinery anyway and weighs virtually nothing. Oil also was not an issue. Any yards that tell you different are cheating you.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Appreciate your input... Thanks

[@godbwithme7586]

I actually watched this video for a better understanding of the inside of a scroll compressor but I learned a lot more. SUB-SCRIBED!

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I really appreciate the feedback, thank you! When you have some free time you may want to watch the updated video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU it doesn't get as much love. 😁 Again thanks for watching/subscribing and commenting. 👍😎

[@murraymadness4674]

I have a few of these and lots of regular fridge compressors. Can you scrap them as-is? What do you get for them like that?

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Depending on the scrap yards generally yes they will take them complete at cents on the dollar. I think the most I every got for a complete unit was around .20 cents a pound?

[@mdsloads]

Awesome explanation. Best ever. I’m now a sub.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thank you 👍 I think my updated video is even better 😁 you can check it out here kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU when you have some time. 👍 Thanks for watching and commenting .

[@ahealthyperspective8917]

Great video. Thanks for posting it.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Appreciate it, however this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU is an updated version showing a new method, plus the quality of the video is much better 👌 . Check it out when you get a chance...👍 Thanks for commenting.

[@DieterBrune1960]

I'm kinda new to this scrapping thing. I dont look at it like work.... it's fun for me and I find that's it's actually therapeutic for myself :-)

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

When you do something you enjoy it's not work, its fun! 😁 Being able to make money investing your time into something you enjoy or find therapeutic, I don't think there's anything better..💪👍 Thanks for the comment, be safe!

[@tonydfixertonydfixer9113]

Cool, Very good info, for the motivated scrap enthusiast

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Appreciate the watch. This video kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU was much better in video quality and in information, if you get a chance to watch... Thanks for the feedback 👍

[@jeffgangur4089]

good one mate, showed me what i needed to know thanks mate

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching and commenting. Happy scrapping! Be safe.🤙

[@tommymadden9746]

Great video. What do you do with the aluminium windings in motors

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I very rarely see aluminum windings.

[@lanajacknichols8397]

i did 2 ac compressors and 3 large motors last summer thinking i had a bunch of copper only to find out it was all copper clad aluminum not really worth the time it takes unless you know for sure its not ccp

[@anthonyadduci1960]

Awesome.. Straight forward One of the best vids I have seen on this subject Very intimidating for me

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Don't let it intimidate you, take your time and once you get the first one under your belt you will see it is a very easy and straight forward process no matter what compressor you are working with. I have it down to about 10-15 minutes to scrap one out, it would go even faster if I had a plasma cutter. Just remember to do it safely and make sure you have fun too! I appreciate you taking the time to drop a comment thank you!

[@coxzcampz3001]

I'm a scrapper, the way I cut the compressor and how i extract the copper is different,I simplify it hope I can make video doing it

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Lots of different ways to go about the scrap process... I don't think there is a right or wrong way as long as it's done safely..👍

[@coxzcampz3001]

@@ChallengeTheBuild you are absolutely correct, as years go by we learned and will discover easier ways..

[@michaelpaul721]

Great content. Hard work is good. Just subscribed!

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thanks for watching and the comment.. I really appreciate it

[@uncledadcan]

What do you do with the oil from the compressors?

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I have it sitting in gallon jugs for now, and plan on mixing it with my regular waste oil then burning it in a waste oil heater...

[@jamesobryan3258]

What do you do with the refrigerant?

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I didn't/don't pick them up unless the refrigerant was already removed...

[@JAMBI..]

Totally worth it if you have the proper gear. Id invest cause it definitely adds up once you cut them open.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

And to get started all you really need is an angle grinder in my opinion. It's also all about having a system, once you find a method that works for you it then becomes wash/rinse/repeat ! 🤝💪👍💯

[@BREATH79]

Man I'm happy I saw this video. I've been missing out on lots of money

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

😁 Check out my updated video on the compressors, kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU Its a little long but on purpose so you can use it as a time gauge.. Watch it and then scroll around...I appreciate you and the support..👍🤝🙌

[@davestocker8199]

This is great stuff I have 4 of these which I will take apart soon my scrap yard pays $3.15 a pound for #2 copper.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Glad it was helpful ! I will be making a new updated video with a faster method regarding scrapping specifically the scroll type compressors here very soon. Time to debunk the "it's not worth it theory " 😁 Appreciate the comment 👍

[@davea5150]

Is the oil hazardous? PCB'S ECT.?

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Im sure it is at some level, that's why its important to work in a well ventilated area and for added safety you could always use a respirator with proper cartridges.

[@iromeolust5236]

is there any way like a third party a/c compressor buyer out there that actually buys them instead of scrapping them and make a lil more and save all that hassle of dismantling them.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

It's possible... But I never spent any time looking into it. 👍

[@douglas787]

ZR57 compressor, that's a big one. Plasma cutter will make short work of getting that field winding out. I'd like to use a laser gun but I don't have one yet.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Yeah, suckers are heavy! I would love to have a plasma cutter to help with a lot of things around the shop (scrapping being one of them) but I have a few obstacles to work through. Getting electric into the garage is the biggest.. Soon enough though. I appreciate you taking the time to drop a comment. Thank you!🤙

[@donaldgarvin9885]

What kind of cutter wheel does he use

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I use Benchmark Abrasives....👍

[@ohsoloco5113]

I like to drill a hole in the bottom of the compressor the day before cutting it open to allow most of the oil drain out

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Definitely a smart move... 🤌👍✌️🤑

[@ohsoloco5113]

@@ChallengeTheBuild it's still a greasy job

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

It definitely is, I always let them pile up and then spend a full day just on compressors just because of how dirty you get..👍👍

[@jasonstorie8740]

I’m an appliance repair tech how much would you say you get for a compressor that size

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Watch this updated video, kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU tons of info in here...

[@ChannonWW2214]

Yep man good video to the point always like tips and tricks..👍

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Appreciate it, I strive to produce the best I can. I have a couple updated scrap videos which give weight brake downs along with new methods... They are a little longer but I made them that way so you can get a real sense of how much time it takes to do the job... Thanks for the comment... And if you have any questions don't hesitate...👍🤝

[@tomitstube]

good vid, got three of these smaller ones, looking for tips to get that copper.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

If you get a chance I did a more detailed breakdown along with new method for cutting them apart. Its a longer video but I did it that way so you get an idea if actual time it takes. Here is the video link kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU

[@tomitstube]

@@ChallengeTheBuild thanks, i like your "modified" screwdriver, scrappers really go thru screwdrivers, beware of those composite metal tools, they're junk, you can easily tell they aren't steel.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thanks for watching and commenting... I really appreciate it

[@woodguy76]

Just a quick tip, don't cut both ends of the copper winding. Cut one end and then you can pull the other end with fencing pliers and it will save you the step of punching out the straight pieces.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I tried that method a few times and feel like it takes me longer...🤷‍♂️. I think it's important to gather all the methods and then just create a system that works for the individuals,. There's no wrong way as long as you complete the task and are safe... Appreciate the feedback 👍

[@woodguy76]

@@ChallengeTheBuild I agree 100%.

[@scrappingonthefly77]

There is no wrong way!!

[@woodguy76]

@@scrappingonthefly77 well that depends if you are a full time scrapper or it's something you do on the side. Technically you're right but if you make a living at it the only right way is the fastest way or you're throwing away money.

[@scrappingonthefly77]

Right I totally agree!! There's no wrong way.

[@curtisklatt2631]

Watching the video on my phone looked like you might have had aluminum windings instead of copper they look to white in the video. Some of them are aluminum. I just came across one that was, I was not too happy!

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I get a lot of comments regarding this and I can tell you that I have always gotten paid #2 copper every time I've cashed in my scrap motor windings. I've cut a lot of them apart and have never had any question of whether it was copper or copper coated aluminum. 🤷‍♂️

[@ScrappingwithGrandpa]

Great video

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

This one is better! I show a new method here, kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU thanks for watching and commenting.

[@bifaith100]

cool...i got a little pile of compressors..probably a good time to cash them in..copper is up up up

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I think you will be surprised at how easy it is once you figure out your system, and with the prices up it definitely makes it worth your time in my opinion. Good luck and be safe. 👍scrap um up !

[@jyphc1679]

Hi there sir I have a question what kind of cutting wheel you using to cut compressors ? Thanks

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I use benchmark abrasive 5 inch wheel. Watch the full video here 👉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYGslYB5p7CSnqs ... I talk about the tools needed plus what cutting wheels to use in the video.

[@Akpscrap]

This is your All videos I am watching

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

This video is a little more in depth and I share a new method on how to scrap them kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU 👍

[@BREATH79]

You definitely have a NEW subscriber sir.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thank you!

[@kdscrapping4452]

what do you do with the oil??

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I just recycle it with my motor oil..

[@r.c.3796]

Good video my dude

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thank you...I have a couple updated scrap videos also... Appreciate the feedback...

[@xavier29100]

what about a big compressor like a rooftop unit for commercial buildings. I got 2 and they weigh about 200lbs. how much copper in those?

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I'd imagine a lot? Never had one before. Similar to the smaller units just super sized? I have seen some larger compressors at the scrap yard and always wonder 🤔 about such things... Sounds like you may have to cut one apart and see if it's worth it? I bet you it will be worth it especially considering the prices right now... My guess is 10-15lbs of copper not to mention probably a big hunk of cast iron too... good luck 👍 wear safety gear and be safe. Thanks for leaving a comment. 🤝

[@xavier29100]

@@ChallengeTheBuild thats what i was thinking too. ill update tomorrow when i do it

[@MrTomb1976]

All about the Hustle its fun i enjoy it!

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Absolutely!

[@spacedote]

Can we convert ac compressor to a an alternator or a Dynamo?

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I am not sure about this...

[@wackpackxj]

For years I’ve been walking right past these. Working rooftops and telecom sites the hvac guys just leave them behind. All this time all I had to do is carry them to my truck. Damn, What a waste! I cant wait to get started. My rainy day buckets are gonna get heavier.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Gotta love them rainy buckets! 💪 Be safe and happy scrappin....

[@davea5150]

Head phone number one choice for me!!

[@DavidMorales-nomadtec]

Great video!

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

This one is better...This is my updated video showing new methods and better quality. kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU

[@ewastemike7700]

Great video, Just started doing these.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thanks Mike, there is a little bit of updated info in this video, I sorta changed up my method a little bit kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU if you are interested.

[@gd2u2]

Good video, appreciate you telling us what you are doing and why. I don't know if you were wearing a respirator, but it is essential. Your lungs will eventually turn to fiber. Called fibrosis and lung capacity will go down making it harder and harder to breathe. God bless you and stay safe.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Appreciate tou watching and giving me the feedback, if you get a chance I made an updated video you can watch here kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU .... Let me know what you think 👍👍

[@scrappingonthefly77]

Thank you for the video! Subbed

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thank you, this video is an updated version, kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU shows different techniques and more information.

[@JoseFlores-md7cy]

Well done 👍

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thank you

[@neddmoulton1]

Why isnt the copper that needed to be punched out number 1 copper or clean I guess its called? I'm still pretty new with scrapping

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Great great question.. It really all depends on whos buying your scrap metal... The guy I take it to agreed to buy it all as #2, where I think some of it should be considered bare brite (atleast the super clean stuff).🤷‍♂️ It all depends how clean you get it and who buys it.. Remember TIME is money so weigh out your time when sorting.. Is it worth your time 🕚 to sort for an extra hour (just an example) to get paid another 20-30 cents per pound? Since scrap is becoming a hot item I am going to be making a revised/updated video on this topic... so subscribe and keep watch for it.. be safe and thanks for the comment..

[@simplescrapping]

Good job buddy.. I used to cut them in the past... 😁👍

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

With the current prices its hard not to cut them up... Appreciate the comment, thank you.

[@CARAIRCONTECH]

New subscriber, nice video

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Awesome! Thanks for watching, subscribing and commenting. 👍

[@BREATH79]

All the way from Fort Worth, TX. ❤️💯

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

🇺🇲 🤝🥳 Appreciate you..💪 Go scrap um up😎🤑! Be safe!👍

[@joeboyd8522]

That wire are you pulled out of the compressor is copper coated aluminum isn't it the scrapyard I go to take that out of my copper and puts it with aluminum

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I've never seen or heard of aluminum windings in any electric motors. It definitely is copper but it does have a coating which makes it #2 copper, rather than bare brite... I would be finding another scrap yard to get a second opinion if there is any doubt.. Take any electric motor and look at the windings, if you are ever in question about what material you have take a hand file and look at the coloring of it after filling ....

[@michaelpresey2273]

If you cut one side of the copper and then other side use a claw hammer and kinda hit it on a 45 degree angle it pulls it right out

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Yeah I've seen that method. From the videos I've seen it always looks like they struggle.

[@michaelpresey2273]

@ChallengeTheBuild I should make a video of me doing one the claw works better on smaller ones I find the bigger ones is hit and miss thoughi just took apart about 30 of them this week got about 90lbs of copper

[@davidbolton184]

In addition to cutting just the one side I would’ve chiseled out then the rest of it out it’s a lot easier less cuts

[@PlatoCave]

You are a wonderful person. God bless you

[@jamessinclar6118]

Thank you VERY much for this video! I just completed my first tear down of a compressor just like this one. It took me longer, but I was running in and out of the house watching this as I tore it down. I know one thing for sure, cordless grinder is not time efficient. Then again my batteries are old. I have a question: The copper you hammered out is it number one or two? After you take off the plastic wrapping it should be #1 copper. Is that not correct?

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Glad it helped, I have been wanting to make a new video about this topic because I have figured a way to improve on the process & time is money.. As far as the copper... GREAT QUESTION... I myself have questioned this...Talking with the scrap yard I deal with, he has agreed to buy it as #2 copper, I have questioned him and asked why the clean stuff can't be bought at bare bright prices which is even higher then #1...the one day he even commented and said "wow this is some really clean heavy copper" ... all that to say I'd talk with your scrap buyer to see what he is willing to do? Once you get into a system with breaking them down, you should be able to do 4-6 of them in an hour with price per unit around $12-$15 per unit once everything is sorted light/heavy/copper... not bad $$ and most everyone over looks them...I have a short version of this video if you need to refresh.... Thanks for the comment..👍👍

[@jamessinclar6118]

@@ChallengeTheBuild I'd like to see that video. Maybe tear down a different style. Sorry I am a late subscriber to your channel. I noticed it's been 11 months since your last video. I hope of y'all are alright.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

All good, I hit YT hard right outta the gate and burnt myself out, plus with working on my project truck so much, I started running out of funds $$. I want to make sure my videos have quality content in them and not just random acts of video... I give the full time you tube personalities alot of credit for what they do... I appreciate you subscribing and will do my best to get some new content up soon... 👍👍

[@jamessinclar6118]

@@ChallengeTheBuild , I am glad all is well! I agree with you about the full time YT personalities. Take your time. Come back when you are ready, not what others want. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Be safe and stay healthy.

[@randomvideowatcher]

My yard buys the hammered out copper as # 2 copper mostly because of the enamel (red colored insulating coating) on the windings and because of oil contamination.

[@DAT-TEXAS-DUDE]

If scrapped properly how much can you make off a compressor from a window unit ac which is 15,000btu

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I really don't know... Maybe 5-10 bucks? Never messed with anything like that...

[@faisalleo7237]

How much copper, steel, iron, silver, oil by weight

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I answer some of those questions here in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU .

[@ScrappingwithGrandpa]

Nice I needed this

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Glad it helped. 👍

[@ShaneHeba]

I'm going to start doing the break down. I bring them in whole. Just drill and drain. About 1600lbs. Once a week. Generally 75lbs each. I just got done with one that stands 3ft .. yup..

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Doing the break down is definitely worth a shot... Try it and see if it's worth your time... It's all about finding a system when it comes to cutting them up and then wash, rinse, repeat. What works for me may not work for you but I am sure you will figure it out and then probably tell yourself why didn't I do this sooner... 🤷‍♂️. Good luck be safe.

[@ShaneHeba]

Find a scrap yard that will take just drained compressors. It's hard to fill a 4x4 but the payday is unreal. I just threw about 46 by myself just over 3400 lbs I got.25 a pound. 😁 Happy day.

[@bulldog201269]

Where did you get the external torq drill bits? I've been looking online, but can only find the sockets. I want the ones like you used.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I had to go look, but one set I think came from advanced auto ( Pro Teq Set ) and the other was either home depot or craftsman, cant remember. Good luck and thanks for watching and commenting 👍!

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

They are sockets, sorry, completely missed that.. external torq E7 I think or E10 are sockets. 👍

[@bulldog201269]

@@ChallengeTheBuild Thanks for checking, appreciate it.

[@johnwilkening3785]

I love scrapping everything I can I found a big air conditioner in the Minnesota River today and found another air conditioner on a piece of private land easy money 😂😂

[@subvertof90]

Good stuff

[@gettuffstudios]

11:34 OMG THAT IS FCKING BRILLIANT!!!!! THANK YOU!!!

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I am happy that you found these videos as helpful as you did. There is definitely a lot of valuable info in them..

[@shannonpleskac953]

Wow! My bf & I do demo, & we've always wondered WHAT was inside...but we've been losing out on $ too? Never again!

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Right on! Especially if you get them for free, the R.O.I is huge! 😁🙌🙌💰💪 Be safe and God bless!🇺🇲

[@kamyarshahinfar8305]

Fantastic, thanks

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Your welcome.. 👍🤝

[@dannypalmer7701]

I use my cutting wheels to little too.

[@junitosanchez1070]

Good video 👍

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thanks I appreciate it. I was in the garage stripping compressors over this weekend. I have a new faster updated method I want to share soon..

[@nibinpthomas4456]

Good job sir

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thank you.. 👍🤝 Appreciate the comment...

[@Kreacher1974]

Im getting ready to open up a compressor from a central AC, refrigerator, and a water cooler.

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Awesome, good luck and be safe.

[@Ryuikari]

what blade do you use for that?

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

I primarily use 5" cutoff wheels ( as thin as possible ) and having a depressed center 6" for cutting the copper off the motor.. I ise general abrasive wheels...available on their website or amazon...

[@PierreDrouin-g8h]

Wicked truck

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thanks

[@glennthomas7435]

good vid!

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thanks Glenn, appreciate it..👍💯🤝

[@jefferysmith5280]

Only cut one end of copper then while in your vise take air hammer with chisel and hook the copper end and push out...good video

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Thank you, this is an updated video on the topic, kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU much better quality in my opinion.. Thanks for watching. 👍

[@mikerizzo3766]

Brilliant

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

This one is better! kzbin.info/www/bejne/innPY6dpqtODptU Thanks for watching 👍

[@copperkingrecycling634]

Nice video. Now I'm subscribed

[@ChallengeTheBuild]

Appreciate the kind words.. Thank you.