Alumel

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Etymology[edit]

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

Noun[edit]

Alumel (uncountable)

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

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