I rewire lamps and light fixtures. I save all the aluminum and copper sockets and parts, but have never been sure how to process the lamp cords which is 22 gauge wire. When I've burned it in a fire the wire is practically destroyed or melted together with insulation. Any suggestions?
Hello and welcome. Is it feasible to actually strip all the wires? It doesn't seem like there is much wire to get at, while there is tons of insulation. I would probably take it as is and get what I could for them. Just a suggestion.
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In the spring my yard was taking chord for I think 1.35 a lb. Have to cut the ends off though.
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Burn more cords (like 1/2 of a 55 gallon drum mashed down tight) for a longer time, 4 hours minimum, and add more wood to make sure all the plastic adds to the global warming gasses. (Not trying to make a green statement, I've done it many times.) Poke and turn often with a chunk of rebar. You should end up with a rather ashy mass (stomp it tighter once it cools) that can be dragged behind your vehicle and end up looking almost clean. It helps you get #1 price if you throw it in with othewr copper scrap when you take it in to sell.
Two strand lamp cords can be stripped by hand rather easily.
Scrapping copper lamp cord?
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Posted - 11/02/2008 : 16:18:19
