Choosing the optimal sorting method for scrap cable recycling is the key to boosting efficiency, increasing revenue and aligning with green development goals. Drawing on rich industry practical experience, Jiangxi Mingxin clearly sorts out the adaptation logic of wet and dry sorting for you—make the right choice to avoid pitfalls and maximize your profits!
Wet sorting achieves separation through the combined action of water medium and shaking table, enabling thorough copper-plastic separation with high purity. It is especially suitable for processing oily, high-impurity scrap cables, and works well with fine miscellaneous wires and communication cables, with a relatively low initial equipment investment. However, wet sorting requires supporting water circulation and sewage treatment facilities, taking up a large floor area. The materials also need subsequent drying, which may cause copper oxidation and affect product quality. You need to control the environmental treatment cost in operation, making it ideal for recycling sites with sufficient water sources and ample space.
Dry sorting adopts physical technologies such as air flow and electromagnetic separation, featuring 100% water-free operation and zero sewage discharge that aligns with the green and low-carbon development requirements of renewable resources. It requires no sewage treatment investment and has lower energy consumption. The sorted copper granules boast excellent quality without oxidation and can be directly bagged for sale. With a small floor area, high automation and one-person operation, dry sorting is perfect for small and medium-sized recycling stations and sites with limited space. Equipped with electrostatic separation equipment, it can further make up for the shortcoming of sorting fine miscellaneous wires and steadily improve copper recovery rate.
