---
product_id: 257704185
title: "Nichrome 80-100' - 28 Gauge Resistance"
brand: "master wire supply"
price: "$43"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Master Wire Supply"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/257704185-nichrome-80-100-28-gauge-resistance
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# 4.09 Ohms/ft resistance Max operating temp 1180°C / 2150°F 28 Gauge / 0.32mm diameter Nichrome 80-100' - 28 Gauge Resistance

**Brand:** master wire supply
**Price:** $43
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Nichrome 80 Wire: Power Your Projects with Precision and Heat!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Nichrome 80-100' - 28 Gauge Resistance by master wire supply
- **How much does it cost?** $43 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/257704185-nichrome-80-100-28-gauge-resistance)

## Best For

- master wire supply enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted master wire supply brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Durable Annealed Softness:** Flexible yet robust for easy shaping and long-lasting use
- • **Unmatched Heat Resilience:** Operates continuously at scorching 1180°C without compromise
- • **Consistent Resistance Performance:** Stable 4.09 Ohms/ft ensures reliable, uniform heating
- • **Precision Engineered 28 Gauge Wire:** Ultra-thin 0.32mm diameter for exacting electronic applications
- • **Versatile Industrial & DIY Essential:** Perfect for electronics, heating elements, and creative projects

## Overview

Nichrome 80 28 Gauge wire offers 100 feet of annealed, flexible resistance wire with a precise 4.09 Ohms/ft rating. Engineered for high-temperature endurance up to 1180°C (2150°F), it delivers consistent performance and mechanical stability, making it the go-to choice for electronics, heating elements, and industrial applications.

## Description

Wire Specifications:- Diameter: 28 Gauge / 0.32mm - Shape: Round- Alloy: Nichrome 80 (80% Ni, 19.5% Cr, 1.45% Si)- Length 100 ft.- Heat Treatment Annealed (soft)- Melting Temperature 2552°F / 1400°C- Max Continuous Operating Temp: 2150°F / 1180°C- Resistance: 4.09 Ohms/ft at room temperatureNichrome 80 Wire has a low temperature coefficient of resistance and a low change in resistance during its service life that combine to assure faster heat-up times, more uniform operating temperatures, and a longer useful life. Its excellent mechanical stability minimizes variables in element design, assures even stretch in coiled form, and eliminates problems of shrinkage, growth, sag, or distortion in use.This wire is for repair and maintenance of electronic components. Typical applications for Master Wire Supply Nichrome 80 wire are: Industrial and hobby hot-wire foam cutters, internal support in ceramics, home and industrial heaters, diffusion heaters, dishwashers, cooking plates, electric blankets, hair dryers, kerosene-fired appliances, kettles, refrigerators, rice cookers, tumble dryers, washing machines, electrical heating elements in high-temperature furnaces for heat treatment, glass, steel, and electronics industries.

Review: Bought it to build a hot wire foam cutter and very pleased with it. Highly recommend.
Review: Was soll man schreiben is halt draht. Gute Qualität.

## Features

- Nichrome 80 28g 100 ft
- Annealed soft
- For use as a resistor in electronics projects
- 4.09 Ohms/ft Resistance
- For use at temperatures up to 1180°C (2150°F)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07CHTT73J |
| ASIN  | B07CHTT73J |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #111,582 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #477 in Electrical Wire |
| Color | Silver |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (642) |
| Customer reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (642) |
| Date First Available | 5 May 2018 |
| Date First Available  | 5 May 2018 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 32 g |
| Manufacturer | Master Wire Supply |
| Manufacturer  | Master Wire Supply |
| Material | Nichrome |
| Product Dimensions | 6.99 x 6.99 x 1.91 cm; 32 g |
| Product Dimensions  | 6.99 x 6.99 x 1.91 cm; 32 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Master Wire Supply
- **Colour:** Silver
- **Gauge:** 8.0
- **Material:** Nichrome
- **Number of cable strands:** Single Strand

## Images

![Nichrome 80-100' - 28 Gauge Resistance - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81HcRVkm8oL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this melt in a cone 10 firing for ceramics?**
A: A quick search shows nichrome has a melting point upwards of 2500 degrees F.  Another quick search  shows cone 10  temps to be well below that at less than 1700 degrees F.

Do a test safely and find out.  AND DON'T BLAME ME.

**Q: can I use this to slice cheess?**
A: Yes, this would be a good size wire for cutting cheese.

**Q: I have 12V, 1.25 amps power supply. The wire will hold? Thank you**
A: It will get very hot using 12 volts.

**Q: Can I use this on proxon hot wire cutter?**
A: This is a very good hot wire cutter wire.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by E***L on 7 February 2025*

Bought it to build a hot wire foam cutter and very pleased with it. Highly recommend.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by T***R on 17 January 2025*

Was soll man schreiben is halt draht. Gute Qualität.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by S***N on 8 January 2026*

This stuff is great. I thought I had a crappy foam cutter, but it was just a wire I was using once I put this stuff on it cuts like a laser.

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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-03-01*