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Ferrous Metals

 

Guide to Ferrous Scrap Metal Identification


Looking to recycle iron-based scrap metal? This page is your go-to resource for identifying ferrous metals like steel, cast iron, and sheet iron. Scroll through the images and descriptions below to better understand what qualifies and how it’s categorized at Rifkin Metal Recycling. Clear identification helps ensure fair pricing and faster service when you arrive. Looking for non-ferrous metals instead? Click here to view our ferrous metal identification guide.

Want to know what your scrap is worth? Check out our current pricing page for up-to-date rates on the most commonly recycled non-ferrous metals.

Magnetic Stainless Steel

Magnetic Stainless Steel

Lower‑grade stainless that is magnetic.

Machinery Cast

Machinery Cast

Cast iron bases and parts from machinery and equipment.

Incomplete Motors

Incomplete Motors

Partially intact vehicle motors missing vital components.

Clean Sheet Iron

Clean Sheet Iron

Flat, lightweight steel free of excessive contamination and attachments.

Misc. Unprepared Metal

Miscellaneous Unprepared Metal

Mixed ferrous scrap not yet processed or sorted.

4' P&S

4' P&S (Plate & Structural) Metal

Structural steel shapes cut 4' x 2' and under.

3' H&M

3' HM (Heavy Melt) Metal

Compact, solid steel pieces 3' x 2' or shorter.

Unprepared Stainless Steel

Unprepared Stainless Steel

Mixed stainless pieces with attachments requiring cutting or sorting.

Diesel Blocks

Diesel Blocks

Heavy engine blocks from diesel engines, often cast iron.

Brake Rotors

Brake Rotors

Cast iron automotive brake rotors.

Complete Car

Complete Car

Vehicles being sold or scrapped with major components still present

Rebar

Rebar

Steel reinforcing bar from construction.

2' P&S

2' P&S (Plate & Structural) Metal

Thick, heavy steel scrap prepared at 2' x 2' or less for recycling.

Non-Magnetic Stainless Steel

Non-Magnetic Stainless Steel

Higher‑grade stainless steel that does not attract a magnet.

Complete Automobile Motors

Complete Motors

Fully intact vehicle motors

Semi Drums

Semi Drums

Large cast iron brake drums, commonly found in heavy trucks.

Sheet Iron

Sheet Iron

Relatively thin ferrous scrap from appliances, siding, etc.

Mixed Cast Iron

Mixed Cast Iron

Assorted cast iron pieces from various sources such as sewer pipe radiant, heaters, etc.

5' H&M

5' HM (Heavy Melt) Metal

Large, dense steel items cut to 5' x 2' or less.

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