Help what are the difference on these kanthal

[Bluesclues]

Help what is the difference on these kanthal?

Kanthal A1/APM
Kanthal A/AE/AF
Kanthal D

 

[nightshard]

There are several types of Kanthal with different chemical composition.
The one most common for our application is A1.
http://www.kanthal.com/en/products/...heating-wire-and-resistance-wire/kanthal-a-1/

You can check out that site for the other types and the difference between them.

 

[gbalkam]

Yeah, different metal blend. A1 is what we most commonly use, and is easier to get.