Resistive wire and temperature

In summary, the conversation discusses the properties of nichrome resistance wire and its behavior under different conditions. It is mentioned that when a current of 3.61 ohms passes through the wire in free air horizontal, it reaches a temperature of 650 degrees Celsius. The question is raised whether the current needs to be higher for the wire to reach the same temperature when wrapped around a non-conducting cylinder. There is also a query about estimating the heat transfer coefficient for a vertical cylinder at 1000 degrees Celsius and whether material properties or only geometry affect free air convection.
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so i have a piece of nichrome resistance wire, 230 v supply

in free air horizontal it is 650 c when current 3.61 ohm pass through.
( it in wikipedia)

if i wrap the wire around inside a concerte or metal(assum it will not conduct electricity) small cylinder say 5cm dia. does the current have to be higher that 3.61 for the cylinder to be 650 c?also is there anyway to estimate a vertical cylinder of diameter 5 and hight 3 cm? and at 1000 degree c. what would be heat transfer coefficient? for example some typical value 5-100 W/m^2 K.
but my temperature 1000 c, so i don't know if i can use 5-100 W/m^2 K or it will be much higher

(Edit:sorry don't know why part of it go cut off)
 
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did you want to finish your question?
 
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also does material properties effect free air convection? or only geometry?
 

What is resistive wire and how does it work?

Resistive wire, also known as heating wire, is a type of wire that is designed to resist the flow of electrical current. When an electrical current is passed through the wire, it produces heat due to the resistance. This heat is then used for various applications such as heating elements, sensors, and electronic components.

What factors affect the resistance of a wire?

The resistance of a wire depends on several factors, including the material of the wire, length, cross-sectional area, and temperature. The longer the wire, the higher the resistance, and the thicker the wire, the lower the resistance. The type of material used to make the wire also plays a significant role in its resistance.

How does temperature affect the resistance of a wire?

Temperature has a direct impact on the resistance of a wire. As the temperature of a wire increases, its resistance also increases. This is because the atoms in the wire vibrate more when heated, creating more resistance to the flow of electricity. This relationship is described by the temperature coefficient of resistance, which varies for different materials.

What is the relationship between resistive wire and temperature in electronic devices?

In electronic devices, resistive wire is used as a heating element to generate heat at specific temperatures. The temperature of the wire is controlled by varying the amount of current passing through it. As the current increases, the temperature of the wire also increases, and vice versa. This allows for precise temperature control in electronic devices.

How is the resistance of a wire affected by changes in temperature?

As mentioned earlier, the resistance of a wire increases with an increase in temperature. This can be seen in practical applications, such as in incandescent light bulbs, where the wire filament heats up and glows when electricity is passed through it. This increase in temperature also affects the overall efficiency of the wire and can lead to changes in its properties, such as changes in length and shape.

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