Metals used in Induction heating

Several metals with different properties are needed in a mold for induction heating purposes.

The following table lists metals that might be used in an induction heating process:

Metal	Use	Electrical resistivity (Ohm.m)	Rel. magnetic permeability	Thermal conductivity (W/mK)	Density (kg/m3)	Specific heat (J/kgK)
Copper	Induction coil	1.666 x 10-8	1.0	400	8700	385
Tool steel	Mold	6.99 x 10-7	1.0	28	7750	460
Nickel	Magnetic insert	6.99 x 10-8	100	91	8900	460