Range of product forms and sizes
Size (Diameter)
0.010 to 12 mm (0.00039 to 0.472 inch)
Other sizes on request.
Ribbon wire (flat wire)
Thickness: 0.023-0.8 mm (0.0009-0.031 inch)
Width: 0.038-4 mm (0.0015-0.157 inch)
Width-thickness ratio up to 40 available (depending on alloy and tolerance)
Other sizes on request.
resistance tolerance
The standard wire resistance tolerances are shown in the table below. Tighter tolerance wires are available on request.
Data valid at 20°C (68°F).
| Wire diameter Ø mm (inch) |
Resistance Tolerance% |
| <0.127 (0.005)></0.127> |
+/- 8 |
| >0.127 (0.005) |
+/- 5 |
into the form
Kanthal ® resistance materials are supplied in spool, coil, pail pack or straight form.
Insulation and coating
The Kanthal ® product range includes a wide range of insulating and bonding coatings, as well as metal coatings such as electroplating and anodizing. All coatings are available in a variety of colors. Learn more about our range of insulation and coatings from
Kanthal ®
marking
Each spool/package of wire is supplied with a label or tag indicating alloy type, nominal dimensions, tare and net weights, resistance W/m (W/ft), number of charges and reference number.
inventory program
We stock many frequently used products. Please contact us for more information.
