Cr15Ni60 Alloy Wire

Cr15Ni60 is a mid-nickel NiCr resistance alloy wire built for affordable, dependable performance in industrial electric heating.

It’s the “sweet spot” grade in the NiCr (nickel-chrome) family for balancing performance and cost.

Typical mix is around 60% nickel (Ni) + 15% chrome (Cr), with clear engineering focus:

• No chase for max lifespan
• Keeps basic stability solid
• Delivers predictable, controllable, and wallet-friendly results in most industrial heating jobs

In real-world use, Cr15Ni60 is one of the most popular all-purpose NiCr materials out there.

Key Features of Cr15Ni60

Cr15Ni60 is a classic “steady Eddie” NiCr resistance alloy. It shines in reliability and ease, not pushing extreme temps.

• Around 60% nickel keeps it austenitic and tough at heat—good ductility, low chance of cracking from hot-cold cycles.
• Resistance shifts predictably—the curve stays smooth as temps rise, plays nice with temp controllers, and power adjustments are straightforward.
• Chrome at ≈15% is mid-level, builds a decent continuous Cr₂O₃ oxide layer—handles regular industrial temps fine, not super heavy-duty.
• Holds steady structure and resistance long-term in 900–1050°C, easy to predict lifespan.
• Processes like a dream—easy to coil, straighten, shape, that’s why lots of manufacturers love it.

All in all, Cr15Ni60 is that “reliable, low-drama” material for stable, controlled-power heating systems.

Cr15Ni60 (Nichrome 60/15) Specs Table

Item	Value
Alloy Name	Cr15Ni60
Equivalent	Nichrome 60/15, Ni60Cr15
Common Alias	Ni60Cr15 (standard)
Composition (%)	Ni: 55–61%, Cr: 15–18%, Fe: Bal.
Max Temp	1100°C
Resistivity (20°C)	1.12 μΩ·m
Density	8.2 g/cm³
Thermal Conductivity	45.2 KJ/m·h·°C
Expansion Coefficient	17×10⁻⁶/°C
Melting Point	1390°C
Elongation	>20%
Microstructure	Austenitic
Magnetic	Weakly magnetic
Standout Traits	Better strength/oxidation than 20/30 series—fits heavy-duty, longer-life gear
Common Uses	Industrial furnaces, oven elements, heating tubes, mold heaters, durable wires
Available	Wire, strip, flat; 0.03–8mm diameters; custom coiling

At the same temp, Cr15Ni60 life depends heavy on surface load and supports—design matters more than the alloy sometimes.

Where Cr15Ni60 Resistance Wire Works Best

General industrial electric heating gear

• Heating wires, coils, strips
• Standard go-to for volume equipment

On-off or cycle-based systems

• Not always-on 24/7
• Manageable start-stop

OEM jobs watching cost and performance

• Big batches
• Cost-conscious but need steady runs

Mid-temp industrial furnaces and parts

• No need for insane life
• Focus on overall value

Usage Tips & Limits

Long-term continuous ≤ 1050–1100°C: Push higher and oxidation/cross-section loss speeds up fast.

Skip high-load designs: Thin wire + heavy power ages quick or snaps.

Good for steady runs, not rough stuff: Lots of fast hot-cold or overload cycles cuts life short.

Cr15Ni60’s Spot in NiCr Lineup

Feature	Cr30Ni70	Cr20Ni80	Cr15Ni60
Nickel	Super High	High	Medium
Chrome	High	Medium	Lower
Oxidation Fight	Top-Notch	Strong	Solid
High-Temp Strength	Rock Solid	Solid	Medium
Continuous Life	Extra Long	Long	Medium
Cost	Highest	Higher	Lower
Best For	Premium always-on	Continuous	General / on-off

When reliability meets budget control, Cr15Ni60 is the smart, value-packed general NiCr pick.

Specs & B2B Custom Options

We handle standard and custom for Cr15Ni60 NiCr resistance wire:

• Diameters: Full industrial range
• Forms: Coils, straight, cut-to-length
• Processing: Coiling, shaping, full components
• Models: Wholesale, OEM, ODM
• Customers: Makers, element factories, engineering firms

Perfect for standard gear, volume projects, and repeat buyers.

Wrap-Up

Cr15Ni60 NiCr resistance wire wins on:

• Predictable behavior
• Sensible costs
• Fitting tons of industrial heating needs

If you’re aiming for: Reliable runs + budget-friendly + easy big buys — Cr15Ni60 is a practical, proven NiCr choice.

FAQs | Engineering Basics

Good for long-term high-heat continuous?

Yeah for continuous, but cap long-term at 1050–1100°C for predictable life.

Big diffs from Cr20Ni80?

Cheaper, but trades a bit on high-temp strength/oxidation—better for general or on-off jobs.

Okay for lots of start-stop?

Fine with smart loads, but skip high-frequency fast cycles.

Fit for volume OEM gear?

Totally—standard pick for tons of industrial stuff.

Custom specs and steady supply?

You bet—tailored bulk plans for your projects.