The market for circuit boards is primarily divided between seeking precious metals and specialized industries purchasing new boards for manufacturing. 1. Scrap and E-Waste Buyers

: Many local scrap metal yards buy circuit boards, though prices may vary significantly compared to specialized recyclers.

: High-reliability boards are purchased for flight controls, satellite communication, and radar systems.

: Some shops buy specific "donor" boards to harvest components like capacitors, connectors, or specialized chips for repairing other devices.

: Companies buying boards for robotics, power controllers, and factory automation. 3. Secondary Market & Hobbyists

: Manufacturers of smartphones, laptops, gaming consoles, and home appliances.

: Platforms and groups (often found on Facebook ) allow individual buyers to bid on bulk lots of computer, cell phone, and telecom boards.

: Modern vehicles require complex PCBs for engine control units, GPS, and entertainment systems.