6006 wax

[fredron]

I've been doing some testing with 6006, and so far so good, but I have a problem. We use square jars in 3 sizes. The 6006 has been fine in the larger 2, but I'm getting sink holes in the 8 oz jar that holds 5 oz of wax. Usually, I'm working with 4# of wax, and I get (4) 16 oz and (4) 8 oz candles. I'm pouring into warm jars with a wax temp of about 165 degrees-that is, I pour the larger jars first at 165, then work down to the smaller. The temp has probably dropped some by that time, but I don't measure constantly, so I don't know the exact temp. I'm guessing between 160 & 165. Usually there are 2 or 3 that develop the holes.

I don't want to have to heat gun every small candle I make, so does anyone have any ideas as to what's going on?

I like the wax, but don't like the problem.

Fredron

[jillgunter]

Hmm I pour the 8 oz tins with about 5 oz of wax. I get nice flat tops. I pour at 160. Maybe they are cooling to fast. I like to stick mine in my cool oven to keep drafts and all away.

Edited to add, maybe you are getting air bubbles? Try pouring slower and tapping them good.