Resistance wire

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Resistance wire is electrical wire that is used for its high resistance. Resistance wire is usually used for resistor and heating elements, which produce heat used in electric heaters, electric ovens and toasters. Nichrome, a non-magnetic alloy of nickel and chromium, is commonly used to make resistance wire because it has a high resistivity and resistance to oxidation at high temperatures. When used as a heating element, resistance wire is usually wound into coils.

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