Microwaves: transformer vs inverter models. Comparing scrap value. Why I don't pass up any models!!

[@TinManScrapper]

Final breakdown of inverter model: tin 21.4lb ($ 2.14), 12oz #2 copper ($3.23), 9 oz aluminum ($0.25)

[@TinManScrapper]

Also 40% appliance wire 8oz. ($0.75)

[@johnstjean1422]

I’ve been doing so much waste over the years thanks for the knowledge

[@jonathanhege5029]

Great episode, tinman!

[@TinManScrapper]

Thank you. Stay well.

[@jefftaylor114]

Great video as always. One quick question. Maybe it's regional, but isn't it worth upgrading the 40% wire to 60% wire? I know you did a video on upgrading different wire but can't seem to find it. I know it isn't worth stripping it all the way down, but upgrading should pay more than the weight loss of the outer coating. Maybe it just works out better in the states.

[@grijzekijker]

Thanks for all your clear explanations. Around 18:00 you tackle the fan motor. Do you happen to know what type of metal the silvery caps of the rotor is? The core is laminated iron, but both ends are non magnetic and smell and feel oily. Could be some aluminium alloy, but perhaps you (or other viewer) know exactly what that is?

[@TinManScrapper]

if you are referring to the inner core piece than I just throw in tin. Some larger cores have small fins of cast aluminum, which are not worth taking off for me as I throw it all into tin. But the top piece that is attached to the core is actually aluminum. you do have to pull out the little piece of tin that is the crown as I call it, but it is easy as the edges just pull up with a flat head screwdriver

[@grijzekijker]

@@TinManScrapper yeah, I also usually throw it in iron 😁. But sometimes I have more time at hand and try to teardown beyond the economically viable. Thanks.

[@cuetTimmonz]

i went to scrap yard yesterday, and got almost 100.00, or copper, brass and some aluminum. not too bad. great yard too. they weigh in in front of u! Ontario Canada.AND THEN u go to the atm, and get ur cash, via barcodes! so im def on a roll, to find more scrap. construction sites, dumpsters, homes as I ride my bike.

[@TinManScrapper]

Awesome to hear. Yeah, dumpsters and job sites are great places to find scrap. Stay well and happy scrapping

[@jayc8180]

Hmm I’ve only found the heavy transformer model. Most are aluminum transformers but that’s fine. They’re still shred or aluminum worthy. I want the magnetron magnets, the cord, and turntable motor copper, fan motor copper, and silver mylar. Are the inverters newer models? I’d still scrap them they’re great either way.

[@TinManScrapper]

newer than the straight copper transformers but I would say early 1990s

[@silver_salvage_savage]

If it wasn't for you, I would've let a lot of copper and brass slip through my fingers. And a trace amount of silver as well. I dug deeper and found some change in the proverbial cushions. With the legs pulled from the relays, the plastic goes in the recycle bin and now there's 0 waste 😊

[@TinManScrapper]

Awesome. Hey I learned some refining tips from you from your video as well, so thank you right back! Nice to work with such a great scrapping community

[@aaronedmunds4829]

as always,good show ! is it possible to use heat, i.e. a propane torch to melt the silver dots off the components ? curious, thanks !

[@TinManScrapper]

Good question. I am not actually sure, since they are connected to another metal and not sure how different the melting points are between them. Thanks for watching. Stay well and happy scrapping.

[@jessewilson8676]

17:06 if you let these sit in the sun for the summer it breaks the plastic down so you can shatter them with your fingers and remove the brass extremely easy

[@TinManScrapper]

Thanks for the tip. Stay well and happy scrapping

[@ScottHudson-n9u]

Is it true that most microwaves that stop working only need a simple fuse

[@TinManScrapper]

I have found a number of them whereby the magnetron has a large melt spot or a hole from the heat and charge. Amazing what you find once you open them up. I have however found a number that do work, but the homeowner may want a smaller one or the color does not match new house etc.

[@curtispederson9390]

Why dont use a drill its quicker😊

[@TinManScrapper]

Doesn’t make a huge difference as there are more security screws than regular screws when doing a microwave

[@teamSHTF]

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