candlemaker2005 Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 i made a candle tonight in glass containor for the jar store was a sample i used Low Smoke Self Centering Zinc Votive Wick. One Pour Container Parafin Blendscented with summer melody now i want to test make sure i did this right what do i do i know light and blow out but unsure after that what to look for please helpjar measurement: 3 1/8" height Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brat Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 Well, you're supposed to let it burn for a while. I think it's an inch per hour, but not sure if that's for containers. You're going to be looking for the size/depth of the melt pool, size of the flame, if there is any hang-up on the sides of the jar. I'm sure I'm missing a whole bunch of stuff, but I'm sure some of the more experienced people will help you a whole lot more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlemaker2005 Posted January 11, 2006 Author Share Posted January 11, 2006 ty i forgot to mesure the jar i know its a 5oz but with out a ruler here its hard to do that ty for your help:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 Add looking for smoke and soot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlemaker2005 Posted January 11, 2006 Author Share Posted January 11, 2006 oh ok cool i am in 1 hr looks good but noticed the wic could go over a hair is it ok to post my test results here falme is good not to high Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlemaker2005 Posted January 11, 2006 Author Share Posted January 11, 2006 wic can go over a tad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeB Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 I can't really help you with the zinc wicks, I don't use them....but, if you don't know the diameter of your jar..how did you choose what wick to use? You need to know the diameter of your jar to choose a wick for a starting point. Also whenever I use a new wax I always make a test candle with just the wax...no scent, no dye. Test it and get it wicked so it burns properly..that gives me a starting point. Some scent and dye combinations work with that wick and some I need to wick up or wick down.You have wax poured up into the chimney of the jar. There is usually a 1/2" difference between the chimney and the widest part of the jar so you will need to burn it down to the widest part to determine if the wicking is right. I only pour my wax to the top of the widest part of the jar.You really need to know the diameter of the jar, 5 oz are usually 2 1/2" but measure it to be sure.What to look for: is there a full melt pool, length of time it took for full melt pool, is the flame too high, too low, smoking, when you blow out the candle measure the depth of the melt pool, is it too deep, not deep enough...those are just some of the things to look for. Do a search of the forum, search for melt pool, wicking, melt pool depth, etc. read everything you can find, post pictures of it burning and ask questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeB Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 Whoops! Apparently I was typing while you were posting picture.Your flame looks a bit large for a 5 oz jar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlemaker2005 Posted January 11, 2006 Author Share Posted January 11, 2006 oh ok it mesuresjar measurement: 3 1/8" heightwick i usedCrafters Choice™ Low Smoke Zinc Votive Wickas it melts down the flame does go down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyl55 Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 Just wanted to add that when I started testing with wicks over a year ago I asked about testing protocol. Thought I should start with no dye & FO. Input I got from this board was to test with dye and FO since they have such an impact on wicking. I'm a real wick newbie but the flame does look a little big to me. How is the scent throw? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlemaker2005 Posted January 11, 2006 Author Share Posted January 11, 2006 scent thorw is very nice the scent i used is called summer melody i am goignto take a nother pic here in a sec and show that the falme as it get in witht he wax does seem to have gone down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeB Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 oh ok it mesuresjar measurement: 3 1/8" heightwick i usedCrafters Choice™ Low Smoke Zinc Votive Wickas it melts down the flame does go downYou need the diameter, not the height. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlemaker2005 Posted January 11, 2006 Author Share Posted January 11, 2006 i think the wic burn is to high as well when burning but thats what test are for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlemaker2005 Posted January 11, 2006 Author Share Posted January 11, 2006 You need the diameter, not the height.oh ok 2 3/8" diameter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeB Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 When it burns down to where the widest part of the jar starts, extinguish it and let it completely cool. Relight it and burn it for about 2 1/2 hours. Check the meltpool it should be all the way to the sides of the jar and about 1/2" deep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topofmurrayhill Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 That flame is huge.Maybe you should yank that puppy and resume testing with a smaller wick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle Man Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 First trim that wick, the flame is way to high. If it grows to a large flame after trimming then you need to wick down to a smaller size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 Yeah, I agree that you've got a torch on that thing. How have you done all your previous "testing"? Did you not keep notes or did you really not test? curious if all your candles are burning like this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeB Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 So you can see why everyone is telling you the flame is too big.This jar is 2 1/2" in diameter. The flame is about 1" high Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlemaker2005 Posted January 12, 2006 Author Share Posted January 12, 2006 all my other test were on votives never i jar and now i see what you are saying i amgoignto have to find a smaller wic ty all for the help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatinDucky Posted January 12, 2006 Share Posted January 12, 2006 What size wicks to you use in your tins? How does the diameter of this jar compare to that of the tin? If they're about the same it should give you a good starting point for wick size. If the jar is a bit smaller, the wick may need to be a bit smaller and vice-versa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairieannie Posted January 12, 2006 Share Posted January 12, 2006 all my other test were on votives never i jar and now i see what you are saying i amgoignto have to find a smaller wic ty all for the helpOh My! So the 4oz and 8oz container candles you are selling on your website haven't been tested? You must have close to 100 scents listed for them. :undecided Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maryann Posted January 12, 2006 Share Posted January 12, 2006 Just wanted to add that when I started testing with wicks over a year ago I asked about testing protocol. Thought I should start with no dye & FO. Input I got from this board was to test with dye and FO since they have such an impact on wicking. I'm a real wick newbie but the flame does look a little big to me. How is the scent throw?MY 2 SCENTS(get it ) I definately agree, IMO, its a waste of time to test w/out FO and dye as they can dramatically change your wick size. I agree w/ everyone else that the flame for 2 hours is huge (it looks like what a candle should look like after 6 to 7 hrs of straight burning).prairieannie brings up a good point every FO you offer should be tested in every wick/container before selling for safety reasons. I know its a pain in the butt. Maybe you could list a few tested scents and add that you take scent requests. That way if you get a request you can then test that scent before selling it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawaiiansun Posted January 12, 2006 Share Posted January 12, 2006 You need the diameter, not the height.I was gonna say that, you can't pick a wick just cause it fits in your jar call 911 you have a torch there, trim that wick , what wick are you using? Try sizing down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.