kanthal question

[jsr27]

I use 32 ga. Kanthal. If I change to a thicker kanthal will I get lower resistance or higher? Thanks

[iheartvape]

Thicker wire equals lower resistance.

[Tam]

Thicker wire equals lower resistance.

Wouldn't thicker wire create higher resistance?

[iQuit]

From the products page, i think it is lower.

http://www.temcoindustrialpower.com/product_selection.html?p=kanthal_a1

I am new to coiling myself and I use Steam Engine coil calculator when trying a different gauge or diameter coil

[iheartvape]

Thicker wire such as 22g offers lower resistance. Think of it as a highway... The thicker the wire the more lanes of travel. Electricity is a car... The more lanes means less traffic (resistance).

Edited July 27, 2014 by iheartvape

[iheartvape]

That is why cloud chasers use 20/22 Guage wire... Lower resistance for sub ohm builds

[Tam]

Thicker wire such as 22g offers lower resistance. Think of it as a highway... The thicker the wire the more lanes of travel. Electricity is a car... The more lanes means less traffic (resistance).

Thanks. I always get that mixed up, but your analogy will make it easier to remember this time.

[iheartvape]

Lol... No prob, that's how I remembered it chase it use to throw me off all the time too.

[Raptor Vaper]

Just remember don't build too low and short out. That's a .00. Never build that low. In fact stay above .2 .3 that is where most batteries are near their limit