Hi. Is there anybody who can give me some information on resistance wire? I cant seem to find much useful info anywhere. I have two types of resistance wire, both of which are usually used on 220V AC. The one is the flat type used in toasters, and the other it the round one found in hair dryers, ceramic hobs, etc.
What I would like to know is if this can be used on a 12V DC supply? Also, can it be connected to a constant supply or would it have to be regulated somehow to prevent it overheating. Any other info would also be helpful.
I did find one manufacturer who had a certain type of resistance wire which could be used on 220V AC or 12V DC but it did not say whether it was only that type or all types which could.