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- 187-189 Waller Avenue, Luton, LU4 9RS, United Kingdom
Scrap Metal Recycling,
Processing & Global Export
We buy, process and export ferrous & non-ferrous scrap metal from our Luton yard — copper, brass, cable, aluminium and electric motors. Competitive market-rate prices, same-day bank transfer, and nationwide collection for commercial loads.
Today's Top Rates
Bright Copper Wire
Clean Copper Tube
Braziery Copper
Brass
Twin & Earth
We Pay The Best Prices
For Your Scrap Metal
TODAY'S SCRAP METAL PRICES
Cable & Wire Prices
Bright Wire
£8.20
Bright copper wire only. No tinned, no greasy, no enamelled, no lugs — just clean bright copper.
SWA Cores
£5.50
Cores taken from armoured cable, still carrying one layer of plastic. Tri-rated is not included — that is bought as singles.
SWA Fire Cores
£5.50
Cores from fire-resistant armoured cable. These carry an additional layer of resistant cloth around the core.
Singles Above 2.5mm
£4.00
Not tri-rated, not solar, no plugs. Tails are included in this grade.
Thin Singles
£3.00
Anything smaller than 2.5mm, plus tri-rated cables and solar cables. No plugs.
Good Twin and Earth
£3.50
Clean T&E that does not need sorting. No plugs, no rubber, no lead — only other cable allowed in this is singles.
Twin for Sorting
£2.75
Predominantly T&E but needs sorting before granulation — hence the lower price. No plugs or lead.
FP Cable
£2.75
FP cable only. No pyro accepted in this grade.
Date Cable
£2.75
Cat 5 and Cat 6 data cable. No plugs.
Mixed Household
£2.75
Flex and YY cable. No plugs.
Armoured Cable
£1.50
95mm 4-core and thicker £2.00 · 16mm–70mm 4-core £1.75 · Thin SWA and fire-resistant SWA £1.50. Bring a sample for a firm price.
COPPER PRICES
Copper Prices
Copper is graded by cleanliness, paint, solder and fittings. The cleaner the material, the higher the rate we can pay.
Clean Copper Tubes
£7.50
No soldered joints and no paint. Minimal green corrosion — too much and it will be graded as heavy copper. Includes clean busbar.
Painted Copper Tubs
£7.00
Soldered joints are acceptable. No brass fittings and no lagging.
Heavy Copper
£7.00
Painted and soldered tube. No brass. Tinned and greasy wire are accepted in this grade.
Clean Copper Tanks
£6.00
Cleaned copper tanks. No Brass fittings, no lagging, no steel, no taps or valves.
Copper Braziery
£5.50
90% Copper with Brass fittings and elements. No lagging or steel bases.
Foamy Tanks
£5.00
Less 15% for Foam content.
Lead Wash Rads
£5.00
Lead wash radiators — assessed on arrival for lead content and condition.
BRASS & OTHER METALS
Brass & Other Metals
Brass, lead, pyro, zinc and stainless — all bought by weight at our Luton yard with same-day bank transfer payment.
Brass
£4.00-£4.40
Mixed brass fittings, valves, taps and plumbing brass. No steel and no plastic attached.
Lead
£1.10
Clean lead only — roofing lead, flashing and lead sheet. Just lead, no other materials.
Clean Pyro
£3.00
Clean pyro cable, stripped and free of outer sheathing.
Batteries
£0.30
Car Batteries
Old Role / Aluminium
£1.10
Aluminium Old/Role Clean
Aluminium Profile
£1.30
Clean Aluminium Profiles and offcuts.
Stainless Steel
£0.50
Grade 304 and 316 stainless. No attachments or mixed metals.
Elements
£1.00
Immersion heater elements and similar copper-cored components.
AC Rads
£2.5
Aluminium/copper air conditioning radiators. No steel attached.
Alu Quad
£0.50 - £0.75
Aluminium quad, section and wheels. Clean and free from steel or plastic attachments.
Materials We Don't Buy
Please do not bring the following to our yard — we are unable to accept or price these materials.
- BT cable
- Western power cable
- Railway cable
- Armoured FP
- Armoured Data
- Gas bottles
- Fridges
- Thermal stores
BEFORE YOU VISIT
ID & Payment Information
Under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 we are legally required to verify and record the identity of every seller. Please bring the documents below on each visit.
- Valid photo ID — passport or UK driving licence
- Proof of address dated within the last 3 months
- Payment is made by bank transfer only — no cash
- All prices quoted are per kilogram, ex-VAT
- Weighbridge tickets provided on every transaction
- Trade accounts available for regular suppliers
PRICES UPDATED REGULARLY
Not Sure Which Grade Your Material Is?
Bring a sample down to the yard and our team will grade it on the spot and give you a firm price. For larger loads, send us photos and we’ll come back to you with a written quote the same day.
15+ Years
Industry Experience
ABOUT SAM MAGNET UK
Driving Sustainability Through Recycling & Innovation
SAM Magnet UK is a trusted leader in scrap metal recycling and waste management, helping businesses across the United Kingdom recover value from industrial materials while reducing environmental impact.
OUR SERVICES
Powering a Cleaner Future
With Smarter Recycling
We offer end-to-end recycling and waste management solutions tailored for businesses across the UK. Reliable. Responsible. Sustainable.
Trusted Across
The UK
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Scrap Metal Buying
We buy all types of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal at competitive market prices.
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Metal Recycling
Advanced recycling processes that recover valuable materials and reduce environmental impact.
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Electric Motor Recycling
Specialist in dismantling and recycling electric motors for maximum material recovery.
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Aluminium Recycling
Advanced aluminium sorting and processing for sustainable industrial reuse.
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Plastic Sorting
High-efficiency plastic sorting solutions to improve recycling quality and efficiency.
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Waste Management
Reliable collection, handling and disposal services for all types of industrial waste.
Need a Custom
Recycling Solution?
Our experts are ready to design a tailored solution that fits your business needs.
Licensed & Compliant
Fully licensed & environmentally compliant
Best Market Prices
Transparent pricing with maximum value
Nationwide Service
Collection across the United Kingdom
Sustainable Future
Committed to a cleaner and greener tomorrow
OUR CORE SERVICES
Comprehensive Recycling &
Waste Management Solutions
From scrap metal purchasing to advanced material recovery, SAM Magnet UK delivers reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective recycling solutions tailored to businesses across the United Kingdom.
Scrap Metal Buying
Purchase ferrous and non-ferrous scrap at competitive market prices with transparent valuation.
Metal Recycling
Efficient recycling solutions that recover valuable materials while reducing environmental impact.
Electric Motor Recycling
Professional dismantling and recovery of electric motors for maximum material value.
Aluminium Recycling
Advanced aluminium processing and recycling for sustainable industrial reuse.
Plastic Sorting
Modern sorting technologies that improve recovery rates and recycling efficiency.
Waste Management
Complete industrial waste collection, handling, recovery, and environmentally responsible disposal.
Need a Custom Recycling Solution?
WHY CHOOSE SAM MAGNET UK
Why Businesses Across the UK
Trust SAM Magnet
We combine industry expertise, transparent pricing, sustainable practices, and reliable nationwide service to deliver recycling solutions that help businesses maximize value while protecting the environment.
15+ Years Experience
Committed to Sustainability
Licensed & Compliant
Operating with industry standards and responsible recycling practices across the UK.
Competitive Prices
Fair and transparent valuations to maximize the value of your scrap materials.
Nationwide Collection
Reliable collection services for businesses throughout the United Kingdom.
Fast & Efficient
Quick quotations, streamlined logistics, and timely project execution.
Sustainable Recycling
Supporting the circular economy through environmentally responsible recovery.
Dedicated Support
Professional account management and long-term recycling partnerships.
Partner With a Trusted
Recycling Expert
Discover sustainable recycling solutions tailored for manufacturers, contractors, and industrial businesses.
Why Businesses Across the UK Trust SAM Magnet
We combine industry expertise, transparent pricing, sustainable practices, and reliable nationwide service to deliver recycling solutions that help businesses maximise value while protecting the environment.
WHY CHOOSE SAM MAGNET UK
23 years of trusted scrap metal & plastics recycling and export, serving manufacturers, contractors and recyclers across the UK and beyond.
🛡️ Trusted Across the UK
Licensed & Regulated
Fully licensed waste carrier operating under UK & EU environmental compliance standards.
Best Prices
Competitive, transparent rates for all grades of metal, plastics and paper materials.
UK Collection
Reliable collection service across Luton, Bedfordshire and surrounding regions.
Fast Service
Quick grading, weighing and same-day payment for walk-in and trade customers.
Sustainability
Responsible recycling and export practices supporting a circular economy.
Business Team
23 years of experience and a dedicated team ready to support bulk & export orders.
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With Us?
Get in touch for a no-obligation quote on your scrap metal, plastics or paper materials.