Tension Calculator for Wire Applications
Calculate tension at yield for Copper, Aluminum or Steel wire applications.
Input the values for your wire application below:
Employing a tension set point of around 75% of yield strength is a reasonable precaution to take during operation. Some applications may require more or less tension depending on the process being performed (winding, twisting, coating, etc.).
Disclaimer: Tension recommendations are offered as rough guidelines only, and do not guarantee optimum performance. Some experimentation may be required to achieve an optimum tension setpoint for your specific operation such as drawing, annealing or twisting.
| Copper | Aluminum | 304 Stainless Steel | |
| Yield Strength | 20,000 psi | 13,800 psi | 31,200 psi |