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Nichrome is a trademarked alloy primarily composed of nickel and chromium, often with iron. This combination results in a material that is strong and resistant to oxidation and corrosion, especially at high temperatures.1

These properties make nichrome valuable for applications requiring heat resistance, such as heating elements in appliances like toasters and hair dryers. It is also used in some stainless steels, like nickel-chromium stainless steel, which is strong, ductile, and suitable for chemical processing equipment. Nickel itself is a ferromagnetic metal known for its resistance to corrosion and is used in various alloys, including those with copper and chromium.21

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  1. Nichrome
  2. nickel-chromium stainless steel
  3. nickel
  4. niccolite
  5. copper processing - Copper- nickel

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