27 gauge. NiChrome-60 Alloy. Heavy-gauge resistance wire perfect for heavy-duty foam/plastic cutting, DIY electrical furnaces, DIY power resistors, etc.
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These partially-assembled kits are for cutting Styrofoam, most plastics and other materials that can be cut with a hot wire. Perfect for nosecone blanks, internal body components and various aerodynamic surfaces.
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I came up with this strange device when I was cutting something stubborn. I found that if you hook up 1-2 feet of 27 gauge Nichrome 60 wire to a standard 12V auto battery charger that it will power the hottest, strongest cutting wire EVER! Kit comes with 50 feet of 27 guage Nichrome 60 wire and 2 insulated handles. You provide the battery charger (about $20 at Walmart).