Complete guide to selling surplus Square D Model 6 Motor Control Centers. Current market values, what buyers look for, and how to get the best price for your MCC.
The Square D Model 6 Motor Control Center by Schneider Electric is the most widely installed MCC platform in North America. Found in data centers, manufacturing plants, water treatment facilities, and commercial buildings across the continent, the Model 6 has earned its reputation through decades of reliable service. This massive installed base creates an equally massive secondary market, with consistent demand from buyers seeking cost-effective motor control solutions.
DataCenterDecommissioning.ai purchases Square D Model 6 MCC equipment from facilities of all types. Whether you are decommissioning a data center's mechanical systems, shutting down a manufacturing line, or upgrading to newer motor control technology, we provide competitive cash offers for your surplus Model 6 equipment.
The Model 6 platform's standardized design means that buckets and sections from different installations are often interchangeable, which supports strong secondary market demand. Buyers can mix and match components from different sources to build custom configurations at a fraction of new equipment cost.
Size 1 FVNR starter buckets (up to 10 HP at 480V) sell for $400 to $1,200 each. These are the most common Model 6 buckets and are in consistent demand for replacement and expansion applications. Condition and vintage are the primary value drivers.
Size 2 FVNR starter buckets (up to 25 HP at 480V) command $700 to $2,000 each. The higher amperage rating and larger contactor make these buckets more valuable than Size 1 units.
Size 3 starters (up to 50 HP at 480V) sell for $1,200 to $3,500 each. These larger buckets are less common in the secondary market and command premium prices when available in good condition.
Size 4 and Size 5 starters (100 HP and 200 HP) are the most valuable individual buckets, selling for $2,500 to $7,000+ each. Their rarity and the high cost of new equivalents drive strong pricing.
VFD buckets with variable frequency drives sell for $1,500 to $6,000+ depending on the drive horsepower and manufacturer. Allen-Bradley and Siemens drives in Model 6 buckets are particularly sought after.
Complete lineups with 20-50 buckets, main breaker section, and all bus connections intact typically sell for $15,000 to $150,000+ depending on total bucket count and configuration.
Bus condition is the most critical factor for complete lineups. Clean, undamaged horizontal and vertical bus bars with no signs of overheating or arcing indicate a well-maintained system. Buyers will pay 20-30% premiums for lineups with excellent bus condition.
Bucket diversity increases value. A lineup with a mix of starter sizes, VFD buckets, and feeder buckets is more valuable than one with all identical Size 1 starters, because it offers buyers more flexibility in matching their specific requirements.
Age and vintage affect compatibility. Model 6 MCCs manufactured after 2000 use updated bucket designs that are not always backward-compatible with older sections. Knowing your equipment's vintage helps buyers determine compatibility with their existing installations.
Completeness matters significantly. Lineups with all buckets present, all covers intact, and all wiring undamaged command the highest prices. Missing buckets, removed covers, or cut wiring reduce value because buyers must invest in restoration.
To get a quote on your Square D Model 6 MCC, provide us with: the number of vertical sections, a bucket schedule listing each bucket's size and type, photos of the front (doors closed and open), and the approximate year of manufacture.
DataCenterDecommissioning.ai provides firm cash offers within 24 hours. We handle all de-energization, disconnection, rigging, and freight at no cost to you. Our licensed electricians and certified riggers have extensive experience removing MCC lineups from all types of facilities.
Call 651-946-0136 or email surplus713@gmail.com. Whether you have a single section or a 30-section lineup, we provide competitive pricing and professional service.
Get a firm cash offer within 24 hours. Free assessment, free rigging, free freight. We buy nationwide.
Get My Free Quote Call 651-946-0136