Nikrothal® 80 (Nichrome 80) is an austenitic nickel-chromium alloy (NiCr alloy) for use at temperatures up to 1200°C (2190°F). The alloy is characterized by high resistivity, good oxidation resistance and very good form stability. Nikrothal 80 has good ductility after use and excellent weldability. It has good corrosion resistance except in sulphur containing atmospheres and certain controlled atmospheres. Nikrothal® 80 has a lower Ct factor than the other Nikrothal® alloys.
Typical applications for Nikrothal® 80 are electrical heating elements in high-temperature furnaces for heat treatment, ceramics, glass, steel, and electronics industries. Other applications include heating elements (toasters, ovens, kilns, hair dryers), heat selers, poly cutters, resistors, electronic-cigarettes and more.
American made quality. Smelted in Sweden, milled in the USA.
Diameter: Thinner wire (high gauges) the higher resistance per foot. As the wire thickness increases, the resistance lowers.
Length: Resistance is determined by length. Shorter lengths are lower resistance.
Temperature: As the heat generates, the resistance increases