Wire and cable buyers
Shielded Power Cable Buyers in Ohio
We purchase surplus shielded power cable from contractors, plants, distributors, and utilities throughout Ohio. Written offers, pickup arranged.
Electrical wire and cable only · Statewide Ohio coverage
Above 2 kV, cable needs a metallic shield to control the electric field outside the insulation. That shield is what separates medium voltage cable from building wire, and it is also the part most likely to be damaged in storage or removal.
The common constructions are a copper tape applied helically over the insulation shield, a wire shield of copper strands, or a concentric neutral of copper wires. Each has a drain path and each must remain continuous for the cable to be usable.
We buy shielded cable from 5 kV through 35 kV, in copper and aluminum, and we inspect the shield, the semi-conductive layers, and the jacket before quoting.
Shielded Power Cable specifications we work from
The table below lists the constructions and ratings we see most often. If your material does not match exactly, send the jacket print and we will identify it.
| Voltage classes | 5 kV through 35 kV |
|---|---|
| Shield types | Copper tape, copper wire, concentric neutral |
| Insulation | XLPE or EPR |
| Size range | 2 AWG through 1000 MCM |
| Inspection points | Shield continuity, jacket integrity, end seals |
What we buy in this category
- Copper tape shielded 15 kV cable
- Wire shielded 25 kV and 35 kV cable
- Shielded cable with drain wires intact
- Shielded VFD and drive cable
- Partial reels with sealed ends
How we evaluate and price Shielded Power Cable
Every reel is placed in one of two buckets before a number is attached to it. Resalable cable is priced per foot on type, size, continuous length, jacket condition, and documentation. Recovery material is priced by weight on a certified scale. You see the split, because a single averaged number hides the only decision that matters.
Continuous length is the biggest variable. A reel with a legible tag and an unbroken run is straightforward. A reel with no tag, a weathered jacket, and an unknown remainder is a different product, and we will say so rather than pretend otherwise.
What helps us quote accurately
- A photograph of the reel tag showing length and manufacturer
- A close-up of the print on the jacket: type, size, voltage, temperature rating
- A wide shot showing how many reels are in the stack
- A photograph of the cut end, so the conductor and shield can be seen
- Storage history: indoors, outdoors, or in a wet area
Selling Shielded Power Cable anywhere in Ohio
We buy in every county, from Cuyahoga and Franklin to the smaller counties in the southeast. There is no requirement to bring material to a yard, and we do not claim a local branch we do not have. What we do have is a straightforward process: photographs, a written offer, and a pickup that is scheduled around your operation.
If you are unsure whether your material fits this category, send it anyway. Misidentifying cable is common, and telling you that you have something more valuable than you thought is a good outcome for both of us.
Questions
Shielded Power Cable buying questions
Why does the shield matter so much?
It controls the electric field and provides a return path for charging current. A broken or corroded shield makes the cable unsafe to energize, which is why it is central to our inspection.
Do you buy cable with the shield cut back at the ends?
Yes, that is normal termination practice. The question is whether the shield is continuous along the run.
Can shielded cable be spliced?
It can be spliced with the correct kit, but a spliced cable is used material and is priced accordingly.
What should I photograph?
The cut end showing the layer structure, the jacket print, the reel tag, and a wide shot of the reel. Those four photographs answer most of our questions.
The process
How selling your surplus wire works
Four steps, no obligation, and a written offer before anything moves.
Send photographs and details
Reel tags, jacket print, a wide shot of the rack, and your best estimate of footage. A packing list helps if you have one.
Receive a written offer
We separate resalable cable from recovery material so you can see how the number was built.
Approve the terms
No obligation until you accept. If the offer does not work, you keep the material and we part on good terms.
Schedule pickup and payment
We coordinate loading and freight, and payment is made according to the agreed terms before material leaves.
Request a quote
Tell us what you have. Photographs of the reel tags and jacket print let us quote accurately the first time.
What happens next
- We review the wire type, condition, and footage.
- You receive a written offer that separates resalable cable from recovery value.
- If you accept, we schedule pickup and payment.
Prefer to call?
Talk to a buyer directly at (614) 715-3047, or email saleselectricalbuyers@gmail.com. If you have a packing list or inventory spreadsheet, mention it and we will ask for it.
What we do not buy
This site is limited to electrical wire and cable. We do not buy transformers, switchgear, breakers, panels, or general scrap equipment.