tootie04 Posted February 28, 2006 Share Posted February 28, 2006 apothocary jars? I am using KY 125. I have a tester going now using an RRD47 so far so good. Anyone have any other suggestions?Patricia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaybee23 Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Not trying to be smart, but if it is burning well, what kind of suggestions are you needing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootie04 Posted March 1, 2006 Author Share Posted March 1, 2006 Well because, just as I figured, it is not doing as well on the 3rd burn. I think I need a hair hotter than the RRD47. So I was looking for other suggestions "just in case" I am always one to expect the worst and be ready to deal with it.Patricia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaybee23 Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 LOL! I see. In that case I would just try the next size up. Do you have any wicks, like the CD, LX or HTP? Those work very well in soy and you have a wider variety in some of them to get exactly the burn you're going for. I personally use HTP's, but have not wicked that particular jar. What is the widest diameter of the jar? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootie04 Posted March 1, 2006 Author Share Posted March 1, 2006 The diameter is 3.5" I am thinking a RRD50 will do it. I may try the HTP123 (i think that is next up from 105...) I dont want to use the HTP1212 that thing is a torch!! It is burning now and not drowning but there is wax hangup pretty good about 1/8 - 1/4 inch from the edges. I have a throw but no melt pool to speak of (less than 1/8 inch)Patriciaps I used the heavest oil I have (KY southern vanilla at 7.7 oz wax .5oz FO) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geekrunner Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 The diameter is 3.5" I am thinking a RRD50 will do it. I may try the HTP123 (i think that is next up from 105...) I dont want to use the HTP1212 that thing is a torch!! It is burning now and not drowning but there is wax hangup pretty good about 1/8 - 1/4 inch from the edges. I have a throw but no melt pool to speak of (less than 1/8 inch)Patriciaps I used the heavest oil I have (KY southern vanilla at 7.7 oz wax .5oz FO)It sound weird, but the size range on HTPs from 105 up go like this: HTP105, 1212, 1312, 126.If you're using an RRD47, you can jump up to a 50 or 55, which is the biggest. Unfortunately RRDs don't have a wide range of sizes. I never had luck single wicking 10 oz keepsakes, which were called apothecaries at Candlemaker's Store. I would double wick with HTPs or LXs.geek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootie04 Posted March 1, 2006 Author Share Posted March 1, 2006 Thanks for that FYI for HTP wicks, isnt that weird. anyway I am not giving up yet....i really want to single wick this candle!! I know I am stubborn and hard-headed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carriegsxr6 Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Unfortunatly you wont be able to single wick that jar with an RRD. I use the 10oz apothys and RRDs and could never get a single wick to work. i use 2 RRD 34s. and i think some use two RRD 29s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaybee23 Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 You prolly won't be able to single wick, like Geekrunner said. Soy is a tougher wax to burn and requires different wicking. Everything 3" and up, I normally double wick, and I really like the look of a double wicked jar. A jar like that I would double wick with HTP73 or 83 to start. Any single wick that would come close would probably mushroom like crazy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangerine Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 It sound weird, but the size range on HTPs from 105 up go like this: HTP105, 1212, 1312, 126.geekDoesn't it go from HTP 105, 126, 1212 then 1312? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaybee23 Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 No, GR is correct, the 126 is actually (according to the people that make it) a hotter burning wick than the 1312. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangerine Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 No, GR is correct, the 126 is actually (according to the people that make it) a hotter burning wick than the 1312.Oh wow! That's good to know. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mnhorsemom Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 I do the 10 oz apoth with 100% soy and double wick with HTP 73. I am trying some of the Premier 700 wicks but have not had much time to test yet I'm hoping to find one that I can use a single wick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geekrunner Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 Doesn't it go from HTP 105, 126, 1212 then 1312?I found a wick chart somewhere that shows the grams/hour consumption rate for HTPs and it shows the 126 as the biggest consumer. I saved a copy on an Excel sheet if anyone wants it. It includes other wicks as well. Just PM me!geek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottopus Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 Here's the HTP wick chart from Wicks Unlimited. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack be nimble Posted March 19, 2006 Share Posted March 19, 2006 Lx 30 from candlewic are working for me in 4" apothecaryjars.I get a burn pool in about 4-4 1/2 hrs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candlebuddy Posted March 20, 2006 Share Posted March 20, 2006 Yes, your right, its 105, 126, 1212 & 1213. :highfive: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvcandleguy Posted March 20, 2006 Share Posted March 20, 2006 I use the HTP1212 and granted, it looks huge, but if you keep it trimmed it does very well..... just my 2 cents Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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