WE BUY SURPLUS CONTROL & INSTRUMENTATION CABLE
When industrial facilities upgrade automation systems or contractors wrap up major process control projects, they often end up with leftover control and instrumentation cable. We buy this surplus directly from plant maintenance managers, electrical contractors, and industrial liquidators across our 16-state footprint. Unlike scrap yards that just want the copper weight, we pay top dollar because we resell usable cable to other facilities. Control cables, typically 600V multi-conductor assemblies, are the backbone of assembly lines and motor controls. Instrumentation cables, often 300V or 600V twisted pairs or triads with overall or individual shielding, carry critical 4-20mA analog signals in refineries and chemical plants. Whether you have leftover spools from a canceled petrochemical expansion or surplus from a factory floor overhaul, we want your usable inventory. We provide payment before pickup and handle the heavy lifting, turning your idle reels into working capital without the hassle of chopping or stripping.
Technical Specs & Common Constructions We Buy
We purchase a wide variety of uninstalled control and instrumentation cables. For control applications, we look for 600V multi-conductor cables, typically ranging from 14 AWG to 10 AWG, featuring THHN/THWN or XHHW-2 insulation with durable PVC or CPE jackets. For instrumentation, we buy 300V and 600V twisted pairs and triads, usually between 22 AWG and 16 AWG. We are especially interested in cables with individual and overall shielding (IS/OS) or just overall shielding (OS) to prevent electromagnetic interference. We frequently purchase surplus inventory manufactured by industry leaders like Belden, Okonite, Southwire, General Cable, and Prysmian. Whether it is tray cable (TC-ER), power-limited tray cable (PLTC), or armored constructions, we evaluate the exact specifications to offer you the best return.
Constructions and sizes we buy
- 600V multi-conductor control cable
- 300V/600V instrumentation pairs and triads
- 14 AWG to 10 AWG control sizes
- 22 AWG to 16 AWG instrumentation sizes
- Individual and overall shielded (IS/OS)
- Overall shielded (OS) constructions
- THHN/THWN and XHHW-2 insulation
- PVC, CPE, and LSZH jackets
- TC-ER and PLTC rated cables
- Aluminum Interlocked Armor (AIA)
Maximizing Resale Value Over Scrap
To price your surplus above scrap value, the cable must be reusable. Value is driven by reel condition, continuous put-up length, age, and whether the item is still a current catalog product. Clean, unspliced lengths with intact insulation and legible jacket markings command the highest offers. When preparing to sell, send us clear photographs of the reels, focusing on the manufacturer's nameplate or reel tag showing the part number, gauge, conductor count, and remaining footage. Minimum quantities depend on the specific cable, but generally, we look for substantial partial reels or full master spools that justify freight logistics. We arrange the flatbed transport and handle the rigging. Provide accurate details, and we will deliver a prompt offer with payment before pickup.
Manufacturers we see most
- Belden
- Okonite
- Southwire
- General Cable
- Prysmian
- Alpha Wire
- Omni Cable
- Kerite
Questions sellers ask
What information do you need to evaluate my surplus instrumentation cable?
We need clear photos of the reel tags showing the manufacturer, part number, gauge, pair count, shielding type, and remaining footage. Legible jacket print and overall reel condition are also critical for our assessment.
Do you buy short, spliced lengths of control cable?
We typically require continuous, unspliced put-ups of sufficient length to be resold for new installations. Short offcuts or heavily damaged sections are usually better suited for traditional scrap recycling.
How do you handle the freight for heavy master reels?
We coordinate all logistics, including dispatching flatbeds or step-decks to your facility or job site. As long as you have a forklift to load the reels, we manage the transportation across our 16-state operating area.
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.