felixncharlie Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 I am using igi4627 in a round tumbler that is 4" high and 3" diam.and I am currently using eco wicks.The problem I'm having is that I am getting hangup ,the wax has NEVER yet melted to the edges of the glass.I am currently doing tests on eco 8 and eco 10 as this is what candlescience said should do best but its still happening.I am doing my initial burn test for 4 hours but I must trim the wick:cry2: at around 3 hours or I get some smoking but still no burn to the edge even upon relighting and going for another 3-4 hours.Someone mentioned wicking up so I tried a 12 and 14 but then my wax discolors but still does not burn to the edge!!!AHHH!I am testing in a draft free room and my fragrance oils are not very thick(wellington right now).What on earth am I doing wrong??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajna Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Try the HTP 83 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaytee_316 Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 I agree. The IGI web site recomends the HTP series for this wax. I've used eco's, LX's and CD's but the HTP's tend to perform the best for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FunFlames Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 Kaytee 316, can you point me in the right direction to find the wicking info on the IGI site? I search and couldn't find anything. Thank youDanielle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatinDucky Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 I am testing in a draft free room and my fragrance oils are not very thick(wellington right now).What on earth am I doing wrong???"Not very thick" doesn't tell much. How much are you using?This is one of the main reasons why there is so much testing to candlemaking. Just because a supplier or another chandler recommends a specific wick or size or formula doesn't mean it will work for you. You don't HAVE to use the recommended wick, it's usually a starting point for testing. If it's not working, try something else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
felixncharlie Posted June 20, 2008 Author Share Posted June 20, 2008 I am using 1 0z per lb of 4627 wax.I am going to order an htp sample pack and test those next week.I mean test test test test test well you all know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dana Mae Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 i am having the same issue trying to use 4627 in a metro status jar...also 3" in diameter.....tried a zillion HTP wicks too (and yes IMO they do better for me in 4627 than ECO)Anyhow I hope you find a solution...I am going to have to double wick my jars I think!dana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaytee_316 Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Here is a link to the product info for 4627 http://candlescience.com/library/pdf/IGI-4627-Product-Info.pdfIt doesn't give a whole lot of info but if you search around the IGI site you may find other information that might help. I love the 4627 but as I'm sure you've found out by searching the threads on this forum it sure can be a "bugger" to wick. Someone on this forum had suggested giving the HTP's a few twists to help to get a more even burn ... I took their advice and it worked great for me. Wishing you all the best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
felixncharlie Posted June 21, 2008 Author Share Posted June 21, 2008 thanks everyone-I should receive the htp wicks and also do some more testing with the eco by Tues. so I will post what I find. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trappeur Posted June 24, 2008 Share Posted June 24, 2008 I use the keepsake jar - 24oz which has a 3" opening and is 6" tall and the htp 126 is perfect for me....and I single wick it...For the smaller 16oz jar which is also the same opening but 4" tall I go with the htp 1212 because of the height of the jar..but maybe you can start on your jar with a 126... But my wax is c-3.Trappeur Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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