Recycle power amp wire?

[senorblues]

Is the really heavy round copper wound thing (I don't know what it is called) in broken power amps (I have 2) worth taking to the recycle place?

[uglyrumor]

Don't know if you're kidding or not, but transformers are the most expensive part of the amp, so, if they're good, they're worth much more than scrap. But value is relative. I gave away a Fender MIA jazz bass once because I hated it, but some people pay for those things!

[Rick Auricchio]

If you cannot reuse electronics, recycle them! This applies to all consumer electronics and computers.

[i_got_a_mohawk]

If the amp is broken, try selling it as "spares and repairs" you'll likely have a few interested buyers.

[PSPookie]

If you can't sell the transformers whole, the scrap value of copper is around $3/lb.

[Mr. Foxen]

I know local places (in the UK) take transformers as "motors" and they get a better price than plain scrap.

[Jim C]

I always give my broken or no longer wanted non-valuable amps to the repair shops in case there is some odd ball choke, tube, cap, etc that might help some other guy down the road

[Growly Lytes]

I think they cost the most out of every part inside the amp but selling it for what its worth is another story.