Facts About O2 Sensor Recycling

By Rosella Campbell





The performance of your car engine depends on a number of sensors to communicate with the engine about the level of unused oxygen available in the exhaust. These devices also indicate whether the mixture of fuel is too rich, or otherwise lean. The information is especially important as far as the optimization of car fuel is concerned. However, the usefulness of these gadgets becomes limited when they begin malfunctioning. During such instances, the performance of your engine is surely affected. It therefore becomes relevant for you to replace the faulty one and plan for O2 sensor recycling.



Nevertheless, the faulty sensor, upon replacement, must not be thrown away in the trash bin. This part is rich in platinum, which forms a center of attraction to a variety of recycling companies. There are numerous retailers and manufacturing companies that are engaged in the collection and supply or direct recycling of these components. It is therefore worth contacting them for extra cash instead of simply trashing such a treasure.



When collecting the scrap devices for sale, ensure to contact your probable recycler concerning the state in which such components should be. This is the case because different recyclers have different requirements. This information can be obtained from their website, or on contacting them. It is also worth knowing that some recyclers opt for bulky sensors and mainly from professional mechanics, as opposed to single parts from individuals.



Also, maintain such equipment in good state and free from any damages. In fact, the cone and hex nut ought to remain whole and intact. The only part that has little concern is the exhaust pipe. The pipes, on their own, have insignificant value and are rarely purchased.



The sole reason for the recycling of the sensors is the precious metal that is contained. In the process, the external steel scrap is gotten rid of. However, it is a rather involving and far expensive process, obtaining a near total extraction. This aggregate extraction, in addition, is difficult and very long. In terms of cost, the investment associated with it is large. The investment and technological constraints are the twin reasons why only a few companies are involved in the specialization of purchasing and transformation of the scrap.



The sensors greatly deplete the recovery of the precious metals by at least one third. They also profoundly increase the process costs incurred in the process. This is perhaps the reason why most recyclers accept only up to 4-5% of those sensors with brackets and heavy reducers. The type makes the process of extracting the ceramic more costly and difficult. Its normally Toyota and Lexus that have brackets.



When accumulating and shipping them, it is insignificant whether the equipment are smashed, bent or otherwise fractional. However, it is worth ensuring the bending or smashing does not cause the ceramic on the inside to fall out. In addition, making them fractional must, however, remain the hex nut and cone intact.



When shipping the same for recycling, it is recommended that you use reinforced strapping tape or otherwise steel banding. This is the surest way of having the boxes break apart. Many companies are also fond of paying less for damaged goods while sending you pictures of damaged packages.









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