an alloy of nickel and chromium with high electrical resistance and an ability to withstand high temperatures; used for resistance heating elements
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nichrome::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Type of | nickel-base alloy, nickel alloy |
Examples of nichrome
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Nichrome wire is the most common type.
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Each hole is then loaded with a tube filled with aluminium and iron oxide powder, along with a magnesium ribbon and nichrome wire.
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In modern aluminum silvering, a sheet of glass is placed in a vacuum chamber with electrically heated nichrome coils that can sublime aluminum.
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- An alloy of nickel and chromium with high electrical resistance and an ability to withstand high temperatures; used for resistance heating elements
- Nichrome is a name for a nickel-chromium resistance wire, a non-magnetic alloy of nickel and chromium. A common alloy is 80% nickel and 20% chromium, by weight, but there are many others to accommodate various applications. ...
- Oxidation-resistant alloy 65% Ni, 20% Fe, and 15% Cr.
- Refers to the metal content (nickel/chromium) of the igniter wire most commonly used in model rockets. Nickel/chromium is chosen as a material because it has high resistance and high strength. When exposed to an electrical current, it will glow yellow-hot before burning through.
