Candle Melt Pool Timer
Estimate hours to achieve a full melt pool based on container diameter, wax type, and wick trim length.
Inputs
in
in
Results
Hours to Full Melt Pool
3.6 hrs
Min First Burn Time
3 hrs
Max Recommended Burn4 hrs
Full Pool in Safe Time?1 (1=yes, 0=no)
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter container diameter in inches.
- Select wax type (soy, paraffin, beeswax, coconut) — each melts at different rates.
- Enter wick trim length in inches (standard trim is 1/4 inch).
- Review Hours to Full Melt Pool, Min First Burn Time, Max Recommended Burn, and whether a full pool is achievable.
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