Scrap Stainless Steel Melbourne — Cash for Exhausts, Sinks, Benchtops & More
Stainless steel is worth significantly more than regular mild steel at scrap — it contains nickel and chromium, which are valuable alloying elements. The grade matters: 316 stainless (marine grade, with molybdenum) fetches more than 304 (the most common grade used in kitchen equipment and automotive exhausts).
We buy all types of scrap stainless steel from Melbourne — automotive exhausts and mufflers, kitchen sinks and benchtops, commercial kitchen equipment, stainless sheet and plate, tube and pipe, and fabrication offcuts. Restaurants and commercial kitchens doing fit-outs often have significant quantities of stainless to dispose of — we'll pay you for it rather than letting it go to general waste.
The key to getting the best price for stainless is keeping it separate from other metals. Mixed stainless and mild steel is priced lower than clean stainless. If you can identify the grade (usually stamped on the material), that helps us price it accurately.
Types of Stainless Steel We Buy
- Automotive exhausts and mufflers
- Kitchen sinks and benchtops
- Commercial kitchen equipment
- Stainless sheet and plate (304, 316)
- Stainless tube and pipe
- Fabrication offcuts and drops
- Stainless fittings and flanges
- Mixed stainless loads
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my metal is stainless steel?
Stainless steel is non-magnetic (or only weakly magnetic) and has a bright, silvery finish that doesn't rust. A magnet test is a quick way to check — if it doesn't stick, it's likely stainless.
What's the difference between 304 and 316 stainless?
304 is the most common grade — used in kitchen equipment, automotive exhausts, and general fabrication. 316 is marine grade with added molybdenum, used in coastal and chemical environments. 316 fetches a higher price.
Do you buy stainless mixed with other metals?
Yes, but mixed material is priced lower than clean stainless. Separating stainless from mild steel before you bring it in will get you a better price.
I'm a fabricator with regular stainless offcuts — can you collect?
Yes — we work with fabricators and commercial kitchen fit-out companies regularly. Call us to discuss a collection arrangement.
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