Common resistance wire for wattage mode. Default material on the WINDBAR coil wrapping calculator.
Kanthal is predictable in wattage mode and a common first wire for round builds. Nichrome heats faster at the same geometry — always remeasure ohms after you swap metals.
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What does Kanthal A1 mean in vaping?
Common resistance wire for wattage mode. Default material on the WINDBAR coil wrapping calculator. Kanthal is predictable in wattage mode and a common first wire for round builds. Nichrome heats faster at the same geometry — always remeasure ohms after you swap metals.
Where can I use Kanthal A1 on WINDBAR?
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