English Explanatory Dictionary

Alumel

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A magnetic alloy of approximately 95% nickel, 2% aluminium, 2% manganese, and 1% silicon, used to make the negative conductors of certain thermocouples.

Word forms

Alumel

Etymology

Coined as a trademark, presumably blend of aluminium + nickel.

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