What We Buy — Surplus Electrical Equipment
Surplus Electrical Buyer is a full-service buyer of all types of surplus electrical equipment. We have been in the business for over two decades, and in that time we have purchased electrical equipment from thousands of facilities across the United States. Our expertise spans the full spectrum of electrical equipment, from small circuit breakers to large power transformers and complete substation packages.
We understand that surplus equipment represents a significant asset that deserves more than scrap prices. Our goal is to pay you the highest possible price for your equipment by leveraging our extensive network of buyers and our deep knowledge of current market conditions. We evaluate each piece of equipment individually rather than applying a blanket price per pound.
Our purchasing process is designed to be as simple and convenient as possible. You contact us with a description and photos of your equipment. We provide a quote within 24 hours. If you accept, we schedule pickup at your convenience and pay you before the equipment leaves your facility. There are no hidden fees, no delays, and no hassle.
Equipment Categories We Purchase
- Circuit Breakers — All types: molded case (MCCB), air circuit breakers (ACB), insulated case, vacuum, miniature, and ground fault. All frame sizes from 15A to 6000A. Brands include Square D, Siemens, Eaton, Cutler-Hammer, Westinghouse, ABB, GE, ITE, and Federal Pacific.
- Electrical Transformers — Dry-type, oil-filled, pad-mounted, substation, and distribution transformers. Ratings from 25 KVA to 7,500 KVA and larger. All voltage configurations including 480V, 4160V, 13.8kV, and 34.5kV. Read our transformer selling guide.
- Switchgear — Low voltage (600V class) and medium voltage (5kV, 15kV, 27kV, 38kV). Indoor and outdoor configurations. Complete lineups or individual sections. Metal-clad, metal-enclosed, and pad-mounted.
- Electric Motors — AC induction motors, DC motors, synchronous motors. All horsepower ratings from fractional HP to 10,000+ HP. TEFC, ODP, explosion-proof, and severe duty enclosures.
- Bus Plugs & Busway — Plug-in and bolt-on bus plugs, feeder busway, plug-in busway. All amperage ratings from 30A to 5000A. Square D I-Line, Siemens, GE, Westinghouse, and Eaton.
- Motor Control Centers (MCCs) — Complete MCC lineups, individual buckets, combination starters, contactors, overload relays, and soft starters. NEMA and IEC rated.
- Disconnect Switches — Fused and non-fused safety switches, heavy-duty disconnects, transfer switches, and manual transfer switches. 30A to 1200A.
- Panelboards & Load Centers — Main breaker and main lug panels, lighting panels, distribution panels. All manufacturers and amperage ratings.
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) — AC drives, DC drives, servo drives. All HP ratings and manufacturers including ABB, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Yaskawa, and Danfoss.
- Generators & Automatic Transfer Switches — Diesel, natural gas, and portable generators. Automatic and manual transfer switches from ASCO, Cummins, Caterpillar, and Kohler.
- Wire & Cable — Copper and aluminum conductors, THHN/THWN, XHHW, MC cable, tray cable, and high-voltage power cable. All gauges and lengths.
- UPS Systems & Power Conditioning — Uninterruptible power supplies, PDUs, static transfer switches, and power conditioning equipment from data centers and critical facilities.
- Control Panels & PLCs — Programmable logic controllers, HMI panels, I/O modules, and complete control systems from Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and GE.
- Fuses & Fuse Equipment — Power fuses, current-limiting fuses, fuse holders, and fused disconnect switches. All voltage classes.
- Metering Equipment — Revenue meters, CT cabinets, PT cabinets, and metering switchboards.
Conditions We Accept
We buy electrical equipment in virtually any condition:
- New in Box (NIB) — Factory-sealed, never installed. Highest value.
- New Surplus — Removed from packaging but never energized or installed.
- Used / Operational — Previously installed and used, in working condition.
- Reconditioned — Professionally refurbished and tested.
- Untested / As-Is — Condition unknown, not verified. We still make offers.
- Obsolete / Discontinued — No longer manufactured but still in demand on the secondary market.
Manufacturers We Buy
We purchase equipment from every major electrical manufacturer including:
- Square D / Schneider Electric
- Siemens (siemens.com)
- Eaton / Cutler-Hammer (eaton.com)
- Westinghouse
- ABB (abb.com)
- GE / General Electric (gevernova.com)
- Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation
- Federal Pacific
- ITE / Gould
- Schneider Electric
- Baldor, WEG, Toshiba, Mitsubishi, Yaskawa, Danfoss, and all others
Industries We Serve
We purchase surplus electrical equipment from facilities in every major industry sector:
- Oil & Gas — Refineries, petrochemical plants, pipelines, and offshore platforms
- Data Centers — Hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centers
- Manufacturing — Automotive, food processing, pharmaceutical, and general manufacturing
- Utilities & Power Generation — Power plants, substations, and distribution systems
- Construction & Contractors — Job leftovers, overstock, and project surplus
- Healthcare & Hospitals — Facility upgrades and building renovations
Ready to sell? Call (951) 403-5738 or get a free quote. We respond within 24 hours with a competitive cash offer.