Munch Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 Now that I am getting full burn pools in my tests with Ecosoya Pure CB, has anyone else experienced the minimal wax ring residue that still remained on container that didn't evaporate?? 2.5 diameter and burned 2.5 hours - blew out wick and still that tiny visible wax line clinging to where the burn pool was. Why doesn't that evaporate or is this just natural in Soy? Any feedback appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ah-soy Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 I would think that as you burn further down into the jar most of it will melt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meridith Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 It is still too early to judge how this jar will do. Soy wax tends to burn down then out and small amounts of hang-up will catch up if properly wicked. If you are using a self trimming wick, often times these wicks will add to that initial hang-up but again, if properly wicked, that hang-up will burn down. Keep burning it and that hang-up may come down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Munch Posted June 19, 2007 Author Share Posted June 19, 2007 Still need help understanding this one. Getting the full burn pool and 3rd burn on same candle is not melting the hang up clinging to the jar. It's happening on all my tests that make full burn pool. I have a wonderful even burn with the ECO wick, 1/4 inch melt pool but for some reason just enough wax wants to cling to the jar like a thin residue ring of where the burn pool was?? Is this normal with soy? It's annoying cause you can't fully enjoy the flame through that thin film. The ONLY other thing I read that I may try is to lower the heat temp when melting the wax which I have been going up to 180 so the fragrance would incorporate well. So, maybe I'll bring it back down to 165 and see if that helps. If anyone can help me understand this, please help me:cry2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henryk Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 Are you talking about actual wax or a film of oil? Like this?http://www.candletech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=28474#25If so, some soy waxes do that more than others no matter how hot the jar gets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holly Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 I think she means the wax residue and not actual "hang-up". Correct me if I am wrong. Munch, my soy does this even when properly wicked, and it is one attribute that I do not like. I use frosted jars which helps, but I still do not like it. I would rather have the residue with a cleaner burn than less residue with more soot that I got from some paraffin blends. There may be other soys out there that are less inclined to leave a lot of residue. I have not tested the soy that you are using, so I am not sure if it is something that you can help or not. You don't want to over wick. If you like everything else about the wax, you may be able to put up with it. It always seem like it is either one thing or the other with every wax. Good luck with your testing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Munch Posted June 19, 2007 Author Share Posted June 19, 2007 Oh THANK GOODNESS you both responded:yay: HenryK...your picture in your link of how you like yours to burn down....That's what I'm talking about but you have hardly ANY on your jar!. How do you do that?? So Yes, Holly, I think I'm talking about the wax residue. What's the definition of "Hang Up". I'll attach a photo tonight so I can show you what mine looks like. You aint kiddin about one thing or another...test test test Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kandlekrazy Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 Munch,I'd be thrilled if all my candles left was wax residue!!! I think I'd be done testing...at least for a week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol M Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 That film drives me nuts, too; but, as Henry said, sometimes it just won't go away. I am trying to use up some odds and ends of waxes that I have lying around here. Yesterday I was test-burning a jar I poured with 464 and 15% 4627. The jar looked great while burning, but when it cooled, looked like a glass someone had been drinking buttermilk from. That ugly, streaky white film was back:rolleyes2 I was using an Eco 10 (8 oz square mason) and the meltpool and scent throw were great, the jar never overheated even after marathon burning for 6 hours; everything great except that film. I figured if an Eco wouldn't clean it up, nothing would. Guess this wax combo will only be used in tins, if at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Munch Posted June 19, 2007 Author Share Posted June 19, 2007 So, I'm not crazy....for now. So, maybe I need to test Cargill C-3 and GB 415 to see how they perform in leaving residue. Man, just when I get the burn pool nailed down, it's something else. What do you all set for a standard when considering if your jar is too hot? Just extremely hot to the touch? Made me chuckle Kandlecrazy... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kandlekrazy Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 Munch,Have you tried mixing 415 and C-3???? I posted this morning wanting to know if anyone has tried these two together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meridith Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 If it is not hang up and only a bit of residue, I wouldn't worry about it. Soy tends to do this and it really isn't that big of a deal. I'm willing to bet it won't bug your customers as much as it bugs you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Munch Posted June 19, 2007 Author Share Posted June 19, 2007 Haven't tried mixing...have only tested with Ecosoya but that may change. May order some C3 and 415. I have pix to post but don't understand how to attach. Any help? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LynnS Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 I don't use that wax but I do agree with ah soy. I have had a problem like that but it does catch up or burns down. You burned it just 2 1/2 hours but by the time it get to the bottom or before it should be clean. No hang-ups.The way it sounds it is just a minimal amount on the side of the jar. LynnS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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