wickchick Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 I'm considering adding several size tins to my line of candles. The smaller sizes I can single wick, but the 8 oz need to be double wicked. They burn beautifully, great throw, but I'm concerned with how hot the tins themselves get. My smaller ones don't ever get that hot, and I know it's the result of the double wicks causing the heat in the bigger ones. The 8 oz get very hot, to the point that you'd probably burn your finger if you left it on there for more than a moment. Knowing that not all customers follow proper candle burning (i.e., never move a burning candle), I'm not sure the hotter tins are a good idea (but dang they smell great!). I guess I'm just curious how hot your 8 oz tins get, and what is considered "acceptable". TIA! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissMary Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 I've not seen anyone yet, double wick the regular 8 oz. candle. I'm speaking of the standard deep ones. They are just way too small to do that with, even with votive wicks. The only thing I can think of - they smell so great because they are entirely too hot. But that could lead to burning off the scent long before the candle is over. ETA: In fact, my 8 oz. tins are just a step above a votive wick.My 8 oz. tins *can* but *shouldn't* be moved. They are cool enough that you can hang onto it for several minutes at the very least. Mine might be on the cooler side than others, but what you are describing is WAY too hot IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceGirl Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 What wicks are you using in that 8 oz tin? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earthfriendly Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 I agree with MissMary. I would not double wick an 8 oz tin. What wax and wick are you using? It's alright for a bit of wax to be left on sides since halfway down it will start to melt due to the heat of the tin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 YIKES!! I sure am glad you brought that up, cause that's way too hot for safety, especially in the hands of the general public! *faint*I can't help with a wick size for the size tins you use (I make 6 oz. deep style ones), but I know loads of folks here do make the 8 oz. size and can help steer you in the right direction! Good luck on coolin' em down! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SliverOfWax Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Tins will always get hotter than thick glass. It conducts heat better, pure and simple. No way around it. I always, always double wick my 8 oz tins. Always have, always will.I start with HTP 41's and move up if I don't get fmp. I would guess 80% of mine are good with two 41's. I have a couple of scents I triple wick, BnL Peppercorn for one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 With my 8 oz. tins & parasoy wax I use two LX 8's or LX10's with heavier scents. I also use three wicks in my 16 oz. tins. LOL Sliver on the Peppercorn......that sucker is harder than any Patchouli to wick, but smells heavenly!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SliverOfWax Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Worse than Oil of Amber? lolTry 3 CD 5's in your 8 oz tins. It works! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wickchick Posted August 12, 2008 Author Share Posted August 12, 2008 Thank you guys. I use zincs, but single wicking is just not happening. I'm glad there are others who do double wick an 8 oz. I had a friend who purchased a 4oz tin from Gold Canyon and it was double wicked! Sliver, how hot do your tins get? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissMary Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Worse than Oil of Amber? lolTry 3 CD 5's in your 8 oz tins. It works!How in the world do you even fit that in?! You are talking about the deep tins right? Like this: http://peakcandle.com/products/Travel-Tins--8-oz__C1005.aspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barbaranj Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Thank you guys. I use zincs, but single wicking is just not happening. I'm glad there are others who do double wick an 8 oz. I had a friend who purchased a 4oz tin from Gold Canyon and it was double wicked! Sliver, how hot do your tins get?Have you tried the 51z size wick? It works wonderful for me on almost 90% of my oils in the 8 oz tin. The tin never gets too hot to handle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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