"The Daring Dufas" wrote in message
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wrote:
I'm in a trade where I have access to many appliance type electric
motors. My question is what is the easiest way to remove the windings
from a motor case. I don't care if I damage them as I am only after
the copper. thanks in advance.

adam

Years ago I worked at a company that rewound electric
motors. The way the guys in the motor shop removed the
old windings was to slice off all the loops on one end
then pull the windings out. You might be able to slice
off the small loops with a Dremel tool equipped with a
cut off wheel. Flush cutters may also work for the small
motors.

TDD

Lots easier if you heat them up first. We used an electric oven. Get them as
hot as you can and the windings will come out. Many newer motors have
Aluminum windings. Check first or you'll waste a lot of time.

Al