Cable Recycling Applications & Solutions | ARZIR

Cable Recycling Solutions

Efficient wire and cable processing systems for copper recovery with automated stripping and separation technology.

Cable recycling processing line with ARZIR equipment
99.5% Copper recovery
Auto Automated processing

Industry Overview

Cable and wire recycling represents a high-value opportunity in the scrap metal industry, with copper content typically ranging from 50-90% by weight. Modern cable processing requires sophisticated equipment capable of efficiently separating copper conductors from insulation materials while maintaining high recovery rates and producing clean, market-ready copper products.

99.5% Copper recovery rate
2000+ Kg/hour capacity
1-50mm Cable diameter range
95% Copper purity achieved

Cable Types & Processing Methods

Power Cables

High Common Examples
  • High voltage transmission
  • Underground power cables
  • Industrial power feeds
Copper Content 60-85%
Processing Granulation + air separation

Communication Cables

Medium Common Examples
  • Telephone cables
  • Data cables
  • Coaxial cables
Copper Content 40-70%
Processing Fine granulation + electrostatic

Automotive Harnesses

High Common Examples
  • Engine harnesses
  • Body wiring
  • Electronic components
Copper Content 50-75%
Processing Pre-cutting + granulation

Process Workflow

Cable Processing Workflow

Pre-Sorting

Classification of cables by type, size, and copper content for optimal processing.

Size Reduction

Controlled cutting and granulation to optimize material liberation and separation.

Separation Process

Advanced air classification and electrostatic separation of copper from plastics.

Quality Control

Final inspection and grading of recovered copper and plastic materials.

Recommended Equipment

Core Machines for Cable Recycling Lines

Cable Granulator Line

Complete automated processing line with pre-cutting, granulation, and separation systems for maximum copper recovery.

Wire Stripping Machine

Precision wire stripping equipment for high-value cables with minimal copper loss and clean separation.

Performance

Recovery Performance Metrics

Material Recovery Rates

  • Copper Recovery99.5%
  • Plastic Recovery98.0%
  • Overall Yield97.8%
  • Copper Purity95%+

Processing Capabilities

  • Single and multi-strand copper conductors
  • PVC, XLPE, and rubber insulated cables
  • Armored and shielded cable types
  • Fiber optic and hybrid cables
  • Automotive and aerospace harnesses
  • High voltage power transmission cables
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