You want the melt pool all the way across the top. You should be able to achieve a 1/4" to 1/2" in 3 hrs burn time. The deeper the melt pool, the faster your candle is burning so you may want to wick down if it is 1/2" or more. CD wicks do curl, you may want to try a cotton or HTP if you dont want that. HTH.
I use plain beeswax and blend myself. Purchasing straight from the source should be a reduction in my costs that would interest me. Just out of curriosity, would this wax be filtered? Kari
I agree with Candle Makin Momma, soy wax 1lb or less works great in micro in approx 3 mins. approx 180 degrees, never had a problem. Parrafin not for microwave.