If you want to start scrapping metal for extra money or even a full-time job, we have some important tools and accessories you should consider getting before you begin.
Tom, the founder of iScrap App, is a scrap yard owner and has been in the business for years. We sat down with him to chat about some of his favorite and most important tools to have on hand when scrapping.
Tom’s Top Tools & Accessories
Let’s be honest, other than finding scrap, is there really anything that gets you much more excited than buying (or finding) tools to use on your scrap?!?! I cannot believe that the answer is anything, but hell yea!
Buying tools is more addicting than new technology or anything else, especially when they help you make money and make your life easier. From Hammer Drills to Cutting Pliers, there are so many things you can buy and use that it almost is too easy.
Tops Tools For Scrap Metal Recycling
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$9.89
This is a must-have for scrappers looking to see what kind of metal they are dealing with. Especially helpful for transformers, copper, brass, and plates!
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03/13/2024 01:45 pm GMT -
$15.69$9.49- Durable nickel chromium steel construction
- ProTouch grips provide extra comfort and reduces hand fatigue
- Meets or exceeds ANSI specifications
Pros:- Cuts Copper
- Sturdy
- Top-Rated
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03/14/2024 03:56 am GMT -
$24.98
- A staple tool that all scrappers need - don't forget your safety glasses.
- Patented Shock Reduction Grip
- Made in the USA
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03/14/2024 03:40 am GMT -
$11.99$10.95I have gone through many knives, but none have been as useful and reliable (and give me the best bang for my buck!) then this knife
Pros:- Different color options
- Small screwdriver built in as well
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03/13/2024 11:00 am GMT -
$149.00$117.9912 Amp, Corded, 2,900 RPM, 4-Position Blade Clamp, Variable Speed Trigger - (DWE305)
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03/14/2024 02:16 am GMT -
$14.95
We cringe if we are out at job sites and do not have a Diablo blade and have to buy another one, because to make it simple, nothing beats Diablo blades. Period.
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03/13/2024 01:26 pm GMT -
$259.00$228.36I cannot tell you how much I love this drill. It is the best. Period, end of the sentence. While not a hammer drill only, it is an awesome tool that has helped while taking apart water meters, electronics, and whatever else I need it for. The battery on this DeWalt drill has lasted me 2-3 weeks sometimes, and that is when I use it 3-5 hours a day.
Pros:- Great battery life
- All-in-One Solution
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03/13/2024 11:31 am GMT -
$69.99
We used to use those traditional green hoses, but they broke, cracked, and got thrown away...a lot. We found this Teknor hose that has been with us for a few years.
Pros:- No cracking
- Doesn't kink
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03/13/2024 11:16 am GMT -
$55.95 ($27.98 / Count)
We use a few different brooms for a few different jobs. But the one from FlexSweep has been our favorite for interior concrete jobs.
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03/13/2024 11:05 am GMT -
$11.99
Besides the obvious reason for emergencies, these scissors can come in handy to cut loose wires, especially for computers!
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03/13/2024 01:35 pm GMT -
$20.99
When we are doing outside jobs or cleaning up the bristles on the broom have been really good. Plus the bright color makes it easy to find when you are outside working.
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03/13/2024 11:11 am GMT