Wick Sizing Chart for Aroma and Wax TCR and Stabilo Series Wicks

This wick sizing chart provides starting recommendations for pairing Aroma and Wax’s TCR Series and Stabilo Series cotton wicks with the following waxes: Golden Wax™ 464 Container Soy Wax, NatureWax™ C-3 Container Soy Wax, EcoSoya™ CB-Advanced Container Wax, EcoSoya™ PillarBlend Wax, KeraSoy™ Pillar Wax 4120, and EcoOlive™ Pillar Wax. Recommendations are based on container or mold diameter in millimeters. Always conduct burn tests to account for fragrance load (6–10%), dyes, and specific wax blends, as these factors affect wick performance. Visit aromawax.eu for product details and additional candle-making guides.

Container/Mold Diameter (mm) Wax Type TCR Series Wick Stabilo Series Wick Notes
Up to 50 mm Golden Wax™ 464 Container Soy Wax TCR 21/12 Stabilo 4 Low fragrance (6%) may need smaller wick; wick up for 10% fragrance.
NatureWax™ C-3 Container Soy Wax TCR 21/12 Stabilo 4 Test for tunneling; NatureWax C-3 may require slight wicking up.
EcoSoya™ CB-Advanced Container Wax TCR 18/10 Stabilo 2 CB-Advanced has strong adhesion; smaller wicks reduce soot.
EcoSoya™ PillarBlend Wax TCR 24/14 Stabilo 6 Pillar molds need larger wicks for mold release.
KeraSoy™ Pillar Wax 4120 TCR 24/14 Stabilo 6 Single pour wax; test for mushrooming with 8–10% fragrance.
EcoOlive™ Pillar Wax TCR 27/16 Stabilo 8 Olive wax is dense; larger wicks ensure full melt pool.
51–75 mm Golden Wax™ 464 Container Soy Wax TCR 27/16 Stabilo 10 Ideal for 20cl jars; wick up for heavy dyes or high fragrance load.
NatureWax™ C-3 Container Soy Wax TCR 27/16 Stabilo 10 Monitor for hang-up; wick up if melt pool is shallow.
EcoSoya™ CB-Advanced Container Wax TCR 24/14 Stabilo 8 Smooth surface finish; test for clean burn with 8% fragrance.
EcoSoya™ PillarBlend Wax TCR 30/18 Stabilo 12 Suitable for votives; ensure mold release with larger wicks.
KeraSoy™ Pillar Wax 4120 TCR 30/18 Stabilo 12 Vegan-friendly; test for burn pool with high fragrance loads.
EcoOlive™ Pillar Wax TCR 33/18 Stabilo 14 Dense wax may need wicking up for deep melt pools.
76–100 mm Golden Wax™ 464 Container Soy Wax TCR 33/18 Stabilo 16 For 30cl jars; consider two wicks if tunneling occurs.
NatureWax™ C-3 Container Soy Wax TCR 33/18 Stabilo 16 Test for soot with high fragrance; wick down if needed.
EcoSoya™ CB-Advanced Container Wax TCR 30/18 Stabilo 14 Resistant to frosting; ensure even melt pool with single wick.
EcoSoya™ PillarBlend Wax TCR 36/20 Stabilo 18 Larger wicks for pillar molds; test for mold release.
KeraSoy™ Pillar Wax 4120 TCR 36/20 Stabilo 18 Monitor for carbon buildup with heavy dyes; wick down if mushrooming.
EcoOlive™ Pillar Wax TCR 39/22 Stabilo 20 May require two wicks for wider molds; test for full melt.
101–125 mm Golden Wax™ 464 Container Soy Wax 2x TCR 27/16 2x Stabilo 10 Multi-wicking required; space wicks 30–40 mm apart.
NatureWax™ C-3 Container Soy Wax 2x TCR 27/16 2x Stabilo 10 Ensure even burn pool; test for overheating with high fragrance.
EcoSoya™ CB-Advanced Container Wax 2x TCR 24/14 2x Stabilo 8 Smooth finish; multi-wicking prevents tunneling.
EcoSoya™ PillarBlend Wax 2x TCR 30/18 2x Stabilo 12 Use for large pillars; ensure wicks are evenly spaced.
KeraSoy™ Pillar Wax 4120 2x TCR 30/18 2x Stabilo 12 Test for single pour; multi-wicking ensures full melt.
EcoOlive™ Pillar Wax 2x TCR 33/18 2x Stabilo 14 Dense wax may need three wicks for 125 mm; test thoroughly.

Key Notes

  1. TCR Series Wicks: Flat-braided cotton-and-paper wicks with an outer jacket, ideal for vegetable waxes like soy, rapeseed, and olive-based waxes. They minimize soot and mushrooming, offering versatility for container and pillar candles.
  2. Stabilo Series Wicks: Coreless, flat-braided cotton wicks with paper filaments, suited for soy and harder-to-melt waxes like KeraSoy Pillar 4120. They promote consistent capillary action and reduce carbon buildup, especially in high-fragrance candles.
  3. Wax Characteristics:
  • Golden Wax™ 464 Container Soy Wax: Creamy, low-melt-point soy wax with good fragrance throw; requires larger wicks to avoid tunneling.
  • NatureWax™ C-3 Container Soy Wax: Smooth, natural soy wax with excellent glass adhesion; may need slight wicking up for deeper melt pools.
  • EcoSoya™ CB-Advanced Container Wax: Advanced soy wax with strong scent throw and frosting resistance; smaller wicks suffice due to efficient burn.
  • EcoSoya™ PillarBlend Wax: Soy-based wax for pillars and votives; larger wicks ensure mold release and full melt pools.
  • KeraSoy™ Pillar Wax 4120: Vegan-friendly soy blend for pillars; formulated for single pours, requires larger wicks for high fragrance loads.
  • EcoOlive™ Pillar Wax: Dense, olive-based wax for pillars; larger wicks or multi-wicking needed for wider molds to achieve full melt.

4. Testing Guidelines:

  • Burn candles for 4 hours to assess melt pool (aim for 5–10 mm depth, reaching container edges).
  • Test three wick sizes (e.g., TCR 27/16, 30/18, 33/18) to determine the optimal fit.
  • Adjust for fragrance loads above 8% or heavy dyes, which may clog wicks and require larger sizes.
  • For pillar candles, ensure wicks support mold release without cracking; test after 48 hours of cooling.

5. Multi-Wicking:

  • For diameters over 75 mm, consider multiple wicks (e.g., 2x TCR 27/16 for 100 mm).
  • Calculate single-wick size by dividing diameter by number of wicks (e.g., 100 mm ÷ 2 = 50 mm).
  • Space wicks evenly (approximately 30–40 mm apart) to ensure uniform burning.

6. Fragrance and Dye:

  • High fragrance loads (8–10%) or dark dyes may require wicking up to maintain flame stability.
  • Use fragrance oils compatible with natural waxes (IFRA-certified, available at aromawax.eu).

7. Safety:

  • Center wicks using wick bars or holders (available at aromawax.eu).
  • Trim wicks to 5–7 mm before each burn to minimize soot and mushrooming.
  • For KeraSoy Pillar 4120, avoid heating above 85°C to prevent discoloration.

Let's Get Started

  1. Measure the inner diameter of the container or mold in millimeters.
  2. Identify the wax type from aromawax.eu/collections/waxes.
  3. Select the recommended TCR or Stabilo wick as a starting point.
  4. Add 6–10% fragrance and any dyes, then conduct burn tests for 4 hours.
  5. Observe melt pool, flame size, and burn behavior (e.g., tunneling, soot, mushrooming).
  6. Adjust wick size up or down based on results, repeating tests until optimal performance is achieved.

Additional Tips

  1. Container Candles: Golden Wax 464, NatureWax C-3, and EcoSoya CB-Advanced adhere well to glass; ensure wicks create a full melt pool without overheating.
  2. Pillar Candles: EcoSoya PillarBlend, KeraSoy 4120, and EcoOlive Pillar shrink slightly for easy mold release; use larger wicks to support structure.
  3. Burn Testing: Allow candles to cool for 48 hours before testing to ensure accurate burn behavior.
  4. Wick Compatibility: TCR wicks excel with vegetable waxes like EcoOlive and KeraSoy, while Stabilo wicks handle high-fragrance soy blends effectively.
  5. Troubleshooting:
  • Tunneling: Wick too small; try a larger size (e.g., TCR 30/18 instead of 27/16).
  • Soot/Mushrooming: Wick too large or incompatible fragrance; wick down or switch to Stabilo.
  • Shallow Melt Pool: Increase wick size or use multiple wicks for wider containers.

This chart serves as a starting point. Variations in wax blends, fragrance composition, dye concentration, and container/mold shape may require adjustments. For detailed wick descriptions, wax specifications, and candle-making resources, visit aromawax.eu.