Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc, providing durability and strength for a range of electrical and mechanical applications. It’s a valuable type of scrap metal, making it highly sought after. The guide below provides a few examples of where to find brass materials you can sell to a scrap yard for profit.

Where to Find Brass for Metal Recycling

1. HVAC Systems

Brass is used in the construction of many HVAC systems, including air conditioners, furnaces, and radiators. For example, brass fittings and valves are common on air conditioners, and brass is part of the heating elements of most heat-generating devices. You can find this metal on old HVAC units you have replaced or broken parts of units you have repaired.

2. Musical Instruments

The brass section of an orchestra is full of precious metal. Eventually, many of these instruments break and become scrap metal. For example, zinc can leech out of brass instruments over time, producing cracks. Examples of brass instruments include trumpets, trombones, tubas, and French horns. Visit a music store and find out what they do with broken products. Offer to take unwanted items off their hands.

3. Shooting Ranges

Brass is a common material for bullet casings. At a shooting range, these casings often accumulate on the floor, with most people unaware of their worth. Contact shooting ranges in the area and volunteer to come in during off-hours to gather the casings.

When you need to sell your precious finds, Metalico Rochester is ready to help. They are a trusted scrap metal recycler with three locations across New York. As a full-service scrap yard, they also provide pickup. They offer competitive prices and fast cash for all accepted metals. Call (585) 436-0713 to ask about rates, or visit them online to learn more about the items they accept.