Heating Element Design Fundamentals
Simply stated, the basic problem in designing an electrical heating element for any given application is that of
selecting a type and size of resistance wire, ribbon or strip which will operate satisfactorily at the desired temperature
under specified environmental condition-and one which can also be coiled or otherwise formed into an element that will
fit within the space provided for it in the device itself.
While there is no substitute for experience in solving such a problem, the information presented in this Section will
serve as a helpful guide in correlating the various factors involved for proper application of our Chromel® resistance
alloys.
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