Inconel Welding Wire Scrap Value — ERNiCrMo-3 and ERNiCrFe-7
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Surplus Inconel welding wire is one of the highest-value forms of nickel superalloy scrap. Unlike machining chips or turnings, welding wire is a finished product with known composition, and it can often be sold as surplus rather than scrap — commanding prices 3–10x higher than scrap value.
Common Inconel Welding Wire Grades
| AWS Classification | Alloy | Surplus Price | Scrap Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERNiCrMo-3 | Inconel 625 | $30–$60/lb surplus | $9–$12/lb scrap |
| ERNiCrFe-7 | Inconel 82 | $25–$50/lb surplus | $8–$11/lb scrap |
| ERNiCrFe-7A | Inconel 82A | $25–$50/lb surplus | $8–$11/lb scrap |
| ENiCrFe-3 | Inconel 182 (electrode) | $20–$40/lb surplus | $7–$10/lb scrap |
| ERNiCrMo-4 | Hastelloy C-276 | $25–$55/lb surplus | $8–$12/lb scrap |
Selling Welding Wire as Surplus vs. Scrap
The key to maximizing value on Inconel welding wire is selling it as surplus rather than scrap. To qualify as surplus:
Original packaging preferred: Spools or coils in original Lincoln Electric, Metrode, Avesta, or Special Metals packaging command the highest prices.
Certifications help: Certs showing AWS classification, heat number, and chemistry allow buyers to use the wire in certified welding procedures.
Condition matters: Unused wire in sealed packaging is worth far more than opened or slightly corroded wire. Store wire properly to maintain value.
Call our buying team at 954-488-0700 to discuss your surplus welding wire. We buy all quantities and can often pay surplus prices even for partial spools.