The discussion centers around the work function of nichrome, exploring its variability based on surface cleanliness. Participants seek to clarify the specific values and conditions affecting the work function, with references to external sources and personal experiences in chemistry and electronics.
Participants do not reach a consensus on the exact work function values or the definitions of cleanliness, indicating multiple competing views and unresolved questions regarding the topic.
Limitations include the dependence on definitions of cleanliness and the variability of work function values based on surface conditions, which remain unresolved.
Depending on the cleanliness of the surface of the nichrome, work functions range from 5 to 8 eV.
I had seen that but didn't notice what you pointed out. Any idea about very clean nichrome wire ?Drakkith said:Hmmm. I found the following info, but I'm not sure it helps that much: http://lappddocs.uchicago.edu/documents/230/senditCheck the source to make sure it's what you actually need.
Not specifically, but 'chemically clean' often means washed with a strong acid, such as nitric.eigenmax said:Any idea about very clean nichrome wire ?
Hi,Tom.G said:Not specifically, but 'chemically clean' often means washed with a strong acid, such as nitric.
It would help, but probably not qualify as 'chemically clean.' There are too many things that alcohols do not dissolve.eigenmax said:Would washed with isopropanol and dry air count as clean ?
The article sayseigenmax said:I had seen that but didn't notice what you pointed out. Any idea about very clean nichrome wire ?
Thanks.
Ok, thanks.arydberg said:The article says
The work function of Nichrome runs between 5.1 and 8 eV, depending on the cleanliness of the surface