Meaning Of The Word Manganin

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Manganin Meaning

Manganin Definition
Manganin Definition

What's The Definition Of Manganin?

manganin in American English
an alloy of copper, some manganese, and some nickel, used in rheostats, resistors, etc.
noun: a brand name for an alloy of copper, manganese, and nickel, having various electrical applications

Manganin in British English
noun: an alloy of copper containing manganese (13–18 per cent) and nickel (1–4 per cent): it has a high electrical resistance that does not vary greatly with temperature and is used in resistors

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