Nichrome wire is used in some radiative heaters.
(a) Determine the resistance needed if the average power output is to be 1.05 kW utilizing 120 V AC.
ohm
(b) Find what length of Nichrome wire, having a cross-sectional area of 5.00 mm2, is needed if the operating temperature is 500°C?
m
(c) Find what power will it draw when first switched on?
kw