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Cr15Ni60 Nichrome Strip Coil for Household and Industrial Heaters
Discover premium Cr15Ni60 Nichrome Strip Coil, the ideal nickel chromium resistance wire for reliable heating elements. Perfect for household appliances and industrial heaters with excellent oxidation resistance and stable high-temperature performance.
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- High Electrical Resistivity & Stable Performance: Delivers consistent heat output with minimal variation across temperature ranges, ideal for precise temperature control in electric heating elements.
- Excellent Oxidation and Corrosion Resistance: Forms a protective chromium oxide layer for long service life in air and oxidizing atmospheres.
- High-Temperature Durability: Supports continuous operation in household and industrial heaters with a melting point around 1390°C.
- Superior Formability: Available in strip, ribbon, or coil formats; easy to wind, shape, and integrate into custom resistance heating coils.
- Cost-Effective Reliability: Balances performance and affordability for high-volume production of heating appliances.
Overview of Cr15Ni60 Nichrome Strip Coil:
Cr15Ni60 Nichrome Strip Coil (also known as NiCr 60/15 or Nickel Chrome resistance strip) is a high-performance nickel-chromium-iron alloy engineered for superior electrical resistance and durability in heating applications. With approximately 60% nickel and 15% chromium, this resistance heating strip offers outstanding oxidation resistance, stable resistivity, and the ability to operate continuously at high temperatures up to 1150°C.
Designed as flat strip or coil form, it excels in open coil heaters, tubular elements, and custom heating solutions. Its balanced composition provides excellent ductility for forming into coils or strips while maintaining structural integrity under thermal stress, making it a cost-effective choice compared to higher-nickel variants like Cr20Ni80 for many moderate-to-high temperature needs.
Features of Cr15Ni60 Nickel Chromium Heating Strip:
| Performance material | Cr10Ni90 | Cr20Ni80 | Cr30Ni70 | Cr15Ni60 | Cr20Ni35 | Cr20Ni30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| composition | Ni | 90 | Rest | Rest | 55.0～61.0 | 34.0～37.0 | 30.0～34.0 |
| Cr | 10 | 20.0～23.0 | 28.0～31.0 | 15.0～18.0 | 18.0～21.0 | 18.0～21.0 | |
| Fe | -- | ≤1.0 | ≤1.0 | Rest | Rest | Rest | |
| Maximum temperature℃ | 1300 | 1200 | 1250 | 1150 | 1100 | 1100 | |
| Meltiing point ℃ | 1400 | 1400 | 1380 | 1390 | 1390 | 1390 | |
| Density(g/cm3) | 8.7 | 8.4 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 7.9 | 7.9 | |
| Resistivity | -- | 1.09±0.05 | 1.18±0.05 | 1.12±0.05 | 1.00±0.05 | 1.04±0.05 | |
| Elongation at rupture | ≥20 | ≥20 | ≥20 | ≥20 | ≥20 | ≥20 | |
| Specific heat J/g.℃ | -- | 0.44 | 0.461 | 0.494 | 0.5 | 0.5 | |
| Thermal conductivity KJ/m.h℃ | -- | 60.3 | 45.2 | 45.2 | 43.8 | 43.8 | |
| Coefficient of lines expansion | -- | 18 | 17 | 17 | 19 | 19 | |
| Micrographic structure | -- | Austenite | Austenite | Austenite | Austenite | Austenite | |
| Magnetic properties | -- | Nonmagnetic | Nonmagnetic | Nonmagnetic | Nonmagnetic | Nonmagnetic |
Applications of Cr15Ni60 Nichrome Strip Coil Supplier:
The Cr15Ni60 nickel chromium heating strip is widely used across industries requiring reliable high-temperature heat generation:
- Industrial Furnaces and Kilns: Heating elements for high-temperature processing and heat treatment.
- Electric Ovens, Toasters, and Household Appliances: Durable nichrome strips for consistent performance in consumer heating devices.
- Hot Wire Cutters and Foam Cutting: Precision thermal cutting tools.
- Laboratory and Scientific Equipment: Controlled heating in analytical instruments and test setups.
- Space Heaters, Heat Guns, and Tubular Elements: Efficient resistive heating solutions.
- Aerospace, Automotive, and Metal Processing: De-icing, extrusion, and specialized thermal applications.
FAQ on Cr15Ni60 Nichrome Strip Coil Wholesale:
1: What is Cr15Ni60 Nichrome and how does it differ from Cr20Ni80?
Cr15Ni60 (Nichrome 60) contains higher iron content for better workability and cost-effectiveness, suitable for temperatures up to 1150°C, while Cr20Ni80 offers slightly higher max temperatures and is preferred for more demanding continuous high-heat uses.
2: What are the main advantages of Nichrome resistance heating strip over other alloys?
Superior oxidation resistance, stable resistivity, high melting point, and excellent formability for coils and strips make it ideal for long-lasting heating elements.
3: Can Cr15Ni60 Nichrome Strip Coil be used for custom heating elements?
Yes, it is highly formable and commonly used in open coil, helical, or flat ribbon heating elements for both household and industrial applications.
4: What is the typical operating temperature range?
Continuous use up to approximately 1150°C in air, depending on specific design and environment.
5: How should Nichrome strip be stored and handled?
Keep in a dry environment to prevent contamination. It is ductile but handle carefully to avoid kinks in coil forms.
