SELL SURPLUS ACSR, AAAC & BARE OVERHEAD CONDUCTOR
When utility projects are canceled, delayed, or redesigned, electrical contractors and utility co-ops are often left holding massive reels of bare overhead conductor. Whether it is All-Aluminum Conductor (AAC), All-Aluminum Alloy Conductor (AAAC), or Aluminum Conductor Steel Reinforced (ACSR), this material represents a significant capital investment. We purchase surplus overhead transmission and distribution cable directly from the companies that hold it. Because we supply this cable to other utilities and contractors for active projects, we pay top dollar based on its usability, not its melt weight. We understand the logistics of moving heavy wooden or steel reels from laydown yards and warehouses across our 16-state service area. If you have unused, continuous lengths of bare aluminum conductor, we provide a straightforward exit strategy with payment before pickup.
Technical Specifications of Overhead Conductors We Buy
Bare overhead conductors are engineered for specific spans, tensions, and environmental conditions in transmission and distribution networks. AAC (1350-H19 aluminum) offers high conductivity for shorter spans. AAAC (6201-T81 alloy) provides superior corrosion resistance and a higher strength-to-weight ratio, making it ideal for coastal or industrial areas. ACSR combines aluminum outer strands with a steel core (galvanized or aluminum-clad) to support high tensions over long river or valley crossings. We purchase all standard utility sizes, from #4 AWG up to massive transmission gauges like 795 kcmil (Drake) and 1590 kcmil (Falcon). We actively buy inventory manufactured by industry leaders such as Southwire, Prysmian, General Cable, and Nexans.
Constructions and sizes we buy
- AAC (All-Aluminum Conductor)
- AAAC (All-Aluminum Alloy Conductor 6201-T81)
- ACSR (Aluminum Conductor Steel Reinforced)
- ACSS (Aluminum Conductor Steel Supported)
- Bare Transmission Cable
- Bare Distribution Cable
- AWG Sizes (#4 through 4/0)
- kcmil Sizes (266.8 through 1590+)
- Galvanized Steel Core ACSR
- Aluminum-Clad Steel Core (AW) ACSR
What Drives the Resale Value of Aluminum Conductor
The resale market for overhead conductor is driven by its immediate readiness for deployment. To command a premium above base commodity rates, the cable must be on structurally sound reels with legible factory tags confirming the manufacturer, gauge, stranding, and original footage. Continuous, unspliced lengths are critical; short cutoffs are generally only suitable for recycling. The condition of the outer strands is also vital, as any bird-caging, severe oxidation, or physical abrasion compromises the conductor's integrity for high-tension stringing. When you provide accurate reel data and clear photographs of the cable condition, we can quickly evaluate the inventory and arrange dedicated freight to remove it from your facility.
Manufacturers we see most
- Southwire
- Okonite
- General Cable
- Prysmian
- Nexans
- Nehring
- CME Wire and Cable
Questions sellers ask
What information do I need to provide to sell my surplus overhead conductor?
We require clear photos of the reel tags showing the manufacturer, gauge, and footage, along with pictures of the cable ends to verify they are unspliced. This allows us to confirm the technical specifications and condition before making an offer.
Do you buy partial reels of ACSR or AAAC cable?
Yes, we purchase partial reels as long as the remaining continuous length is sufficient for resale. The exact minimum footage depends on the specific gauge and construction, so please provide the current reel tag data.
How is shipping handled for heavy reels of aluminum conductor?
We arrange and pay for the freight directly. Once we agree on a price, we schedule a dedicated flatbed or LTL carrier to pick up the reels from your yard or job site.
Have this on a reel?
Send the reel tag through the form above, or call (954) 740-1983. See everything else we buy on the what we buy page.