Heat Transfer From Resistance Element to Metal Component

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The discussion centers on the challenge of transferring heat from Nichrome coils to a stainless steel component, aiming to achieve a temperature of 175 degrees Celsius. The user seeks a high-temperature thermal adhesive suitable for consumer use. Recommendations include exploring thermally conductive epoxies commonly used in electronics manufacturing, although the user encountered difficulties with Masterbond due to their bulk sales policy.

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  • Familiarity with Nichrome heating elements
  • Knowledge of thermal adhesives and their properties
  • Experience with thermally conductive materials in electronics
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  • Research thermally conductive epoxies suitable for high-temperature applications
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  • Learn about the thermal conductivity ratings of various materials
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Engineers, hobbyists, and manufacturers involved in thermal management, electronics assembly, or heating element applications will benefit from this discussion.

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Hello Physics Forums!

My problem is as follows. I have a device that produces heat via Nichrome coils. I want to heat another small piece of metal (in this case stainless steel) with those Nichrome coils. I need to reach 175 degrees C, and so far I haven't found a readily available thermal adhesive that will work in my temperature range. Is there a high temperature thermal adhesive available to consumers that I could use? Any suggestions on another way to effectively transfer the heat from the coils to my small metal component?

Thanks in advance for your help!
 
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There are a number of thermally conductive epoxys available that are used primarily in electronics manufacturing. This web site has some examples, but there are many others.
 
phyzguy said:
There are a number of thermally conductive epoxys available that are used primarily in electronics manufacturing. This web site has some examples, but there are many others.

Thanks for the reply. I tried Masterbond, however they only sell in large quantities to businesses.
 

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