Some questions for GB464

[Lummers]

So I'm thinking of switching over to GB464, not really familiar with the wax, and I'm wondering if you guru's out there can perhaps guide me a little on a few things

 

- how's the HT/CT

- pouring temps around 135F i'm assuming

- frosting?

 

Containers I'm using are  -

11oz 

Heights - 3 1/2"

Diameters - 3 1/4"

 

Thinking of using HTP - 104/HTP - 1212 (maybe too large?)

 

Any pointers is greatly appreciated, thanks!

 

[jbradshaw]

I'm by no means an expert but all I use is 464 and I've had great HT and CT on the majority of FOs I've tried (at 6%). As a relative beginner, I'm impressed by the wax if I can get a good throw with little experience.  I pour at 135. I did notice that when I've burned a candle, the melt pool as it cools looks frosted, but I haven't had any frosting yet other than that. 

 

Sorry I can't suggest a wick, I've been using CD wicks. 

[Moonstar]

It was suggested to me to pour

at 150 - 152. I like how the tops 

look pouring at 150. 

[birdcharm]

I haven't had any frosting issues with it either -- I agree with Moonstar, it does seem to make for better top surfaces poured at about 150 degrees -- at that temperature, I rarely have to use a heat gun or do a top pour, unless my house is cold or there are other variables or issues.

 

[Lummers]

Appreciate everyone's input so far!

I'm assuming the FO goes in at 180 degrees?

 

Thanks for the tip on the pouring temp, I'll make a note of the 150 degrees as well for smoother tops.

 

Any suggestions for Wicking?

Edited February 9, 2017 by Lummers