Cable Recycling Line: Copper Wire Granulator System for Copper & Plastic Recovery
The ENERPAT® Cable Recycling Line is a highly integrated copper wire recycling machine designed to process scrap cables and wires efficiently and cleanly.
The line combines a single shaft shredder, chain conveyor, granulator, air separator and dust collector into one automated system. Mechanical shredding, fine granulating and air separation work together to liberate copper from plastic insulation and deliver clean, high-purity output. Whether you are a scrap recycler, a cable manufacturer or a data center decommissioning contractor, this cable granulator line turns waste cable into copper and plastic of real market value while keeping environmental impact low.
Solution Background
Rapid industrialization, urban construction, data center expansion and the fast replacement of electronics and vehicles are generating waste cable at a growing rate. Scrap wire contains valuable copper, but it is wrapped in PVC, XLPE or rubber insulation, and sometimes in aluminum or steel armor. Burning or crude manual stripping wastes resources, causes air and soil pollution, and is costly and unsafe.
A professional cable recycling line solves this. A dedicated copper cable granulator system shreds, granulates and separates scrap wire by mechanical means, with no burning and no chemicals. Recyclers gain a stable, high-purity copper output, and the recovered plastic can return to the manufacturing chain. This supports a circular economy and meets rising environmental and compliance requirements.
Scrap Cable
Scrap Cable
Scrap Circuit Board
Scrap Circuit Board
Applicable Materials
Which cables and wires can this line process? The ENERPAT® Cable Granulator Line is built to handle a wide range of scrap wire, from fine gauge copper wire to thick power cable and armored types. Typical materials include:
Power copper wire, single-core and multi-core (12 AWG to 600 MCM)
Common insulated copper cable with PVC or XLPE insulation and no metal armor. Sizes range from small 12 AWG wire to heavy 600 MCM cable, widely used in commercial power distribution and data centers. This is the ideal feed for a copper wire granulator.
MC cable (Metal-Clad cable)
Features an interlocking aluminum spiral sheath over several insulated copper conductors and a ground wire. Common in US commercial buildings and data centers. The line recovers copper, aluminum and plastic as separate fractions.
BX cable (AC armored cable)
An older-style cable with spiral steel armor around insulated copper wires, found in early commercial buildings. Because the sheath is steel, the output can contain steel fragments, so adding a de-ironing (magnetic separation) step is recommended to keep the copper clean.
Armored cable
General-purpose steel tape or steel wire armored power cable, with a black plastic outer sheath and inner metal armor. It is thicker and heavier than MC or BX, and the single shaft shredder’s strong cutting force handles it well.
Automotive wiring harness scrap
Car wire harness / automotive harness scrap contain thin copper wires, terminals, connectors and mixed plastic insulation. The line shreds and granulates the harness, then separates the copper from plastic and fragments for efficient recovery.
Product Video
ENERPAT® Cable Recycling Line
Precise Recovery and Reuse of Waste Cables.
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Core Equipment
Single Shaft Shredder
A high-efficiency shearing shredder that reduces bulky cable, coils and wire bundles to a smaller, uniform size. This pre-shredding step directly raises the throughput of the downstream copper wire granulator.
High-power motor and robust drive system for strong, stable torque
High-performance cutting tools and a high-quality cutter shaft for durability under heavy loads
Feeding conveyor
Moves shredded cable automatically from the shredder to the granulator, replacing manual handling and raising the automation level of the whole line.
Thickened rubber belt with an anti-slip surface
Variable-frequency motor drives the shaft directly, so belt speed is adjustable to match the feeding rate
Granulator
The heart of the copper wire granulator line. It grinds pre-shredded cable into granules below 3 mm, fully separating copper conductors from insulation for the next stage.
Siemens motor for continuous, powerful output
German-grade blades; wear plates on both sides of the chamber, with wear-resistant weld overlay available around the rotor and bed knives
Housing precision-machined in one setup on a CNC center for stable long-term operation and longer drive component life
Air Separator
Using airflow and a vibrating, inclined screen deck, it separates heavier copper (and aluminum) from lighter plastic by differences in specific gravity. The result is high-purity copper granules, up to 99% separation, and cleaner plastic for resale.
Application Industry
Energy Industry
Energy Industry
Construction Industry
Construction Industry
Industrial Equipment Industry
Industrial Equipment Industry
Environmental Protection Industry
Environmental Protection Industry
FAQ
What is the processing capacity of the ENERPAT Cable Recycling Line?
The line can process between 1 to 20 tons of waste cables per hour.
What brands of components are used in the ENERPAT cable wire recycling machine?
We utilize original parts from renowned electrical brands like Siemens and Schneider.
What advantages do American customers have when purchasing the ENERPAT cable recycling plant?
Customers benefit from fast delivery, low shipping costs, and convenient localized after-sales services, including technical support, installation training, and wear part replacements.
What is the warranty policy for the recycling line?
The entire machine comes with a one-year warranty, while the motor is covered for five years. It is also certified by CE and ISO.
What free services are available before purchase?
We offer free material testing and free design solutions to help you make informed investment decisions.
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