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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Kanthal A1 questions
When should I choose Kanthal over Nichrome?
Kanthal is predictable in wattage mode and a common first wire for learning wraps. Nichrome heats faster at the same geometry — remeasure ohms after you swap metals.
Can I use Kanthal in temperature control?
Kanthal is for wattage mode on most devices. SS316L is the usual choice when you need temperature control — check your mod manual.
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