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Heating element is the main part of the ironbox which gets heated as current passes through it. We have to use the material for heating element with features such as:
1) high melting point
2) high specific resistance
3) not easily oxidised. (most important point)
Hence the alloy NICHROME ( nickel and chromium) is used for heating element because it is not oxidised even at high temperatures.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoNicrome wire is used in a heater as a heating element.
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What is a ptc heating element?
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What are some limitations of using heating to determine whether the substance is an element or a compound?
limitation of heating element
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What are the special features of heating wire?
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What type of materials is an immersian heater used for?
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What wire is used for an immersion heater?
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What is another name for a cooker heating element?
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The heating element is probably broken
Why does the cord of an electric heater not glow while the heating element does?
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A convection heater works on the principle of air convection currents circulating through its body and across its heating element. Heating element heats up the air, causing it to increase in volume and become buoyant. A convection heater can have an electrical heater element, a hot water coil, or a steam coil.
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Lower heating element goes out.
How do you heat bath water with a heating element?
with a submersion heater designed for bath tubs..
How do you repair a seat heater on a 2005 trailblazer?
If you are sure it is the heating element it is a serviceable item. The seat can be removed and the seat cushion can be disassembled to remove the heating element. Follow the wire into the seat to find the element.
Why is the coil of heating element of a heater made from a metal?
Because metals are good heat conductors !
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How is resistance used in a space heater?
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