Problems size of wicks nature wax C3

[poupette]

 

Hello everyone,

I introduce myself, I am a candle maker, I come from France and I have some problems with french wicks. I tried number 5 and number 6 and I am very surprised to see that the number 5 wick is larger than the 6.

with n°5 burn pool is bigger than n°6.

 

I am very surprised.

Excuse me if my English is imperfect, I hope that you understand me.

And thanks for your help.

[TallTayl]

Hello and welcome.

 

not sure what those wicks are, but can say bigger melt pools can be from the wick heating more wax than it can draw up and burn. The smaller wick may produce enough heat to melt wax,  but not consume enough to use it before the pool grows.  The larger size wick may draw it up more efficiently creating a more narrow melt pool. 

[poupette]

thank you so much for your help.

I understand the process.

i find it strange.

I use the same container, same fo percentage.

 

The larger wick should make a larger pool.  

i use a large container and 

I think I'will use a double wicks because I've been testing for over a month.

 

 

 

Poupette 

 

 

[TallTayl]

Every single fragrance burns differently as well. Some require several sizes up or down. 

 

Larger wicks may be using more fuel more effectively. That is why the pool is not as big. Or the fragrance is inhibiting the burn. Every single variable counts with candles

[Laura C]

Bonjour @poupette and welcome.

[poupette]

@Laura C bonjour Laura et merci à vous.

@TallTayl thank you so much, i understand.

 

I will change wicks, I will replace by  tcr because the tests were better.

 

bonne journée.

[TallTayl]

Best of luck to you. You’ll figure it out and make wonderful candles. French perfumes and fragrances are so beautiful.

 

 It’s frustrating not having the range of options found here in the states. Though sometimes having too many options can be just as frustrating!