Wick Size Calculator
Get a recommended wick series and size number based on your container diameter, wax type, and fragrance load.
Inputs
in
%
Results
Wick Series
1 (1=ECO, 2=CD)
Wick Size Number
10
Number of Wicks1
Test Range Low8
Test Range High12
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter container diameter in inches — measure the inside at the widest point.
- Select wax type and fragrance load percentage.
- Choose wick series (CD, ECO, LX, etc.) based on your supplier's selection.
- Review Wick Size Number, Number of Wicks, and Test Range to guide your burn testing.
What each input means
- Container Diameter
- Inner diameter of your candle container in inches. Measure across the widest interior point.
- Wax Type
- Wax type: 1 = Soy (ECO series recommended), 2 = Paraffin (CD series), 3 = Coconut (CD series).
- Fragrance Load
- Your fragrance percentage. Higher loads (above 8%) generally need one wick size up.
How this is calculated
Worked example, using the default values
- Identify Input ParametersContainer Diameter = 3, Wax Type = 1, Fragrance Load = 8 = 3 input(s) provided
- Calculate Wick Series1 = 1
- Calculate Wick Size Number10 = 10
- Calculate Number of WicksNumber of Wicks1 = 1
- Calculate Test Range LowTest Range Low8 = 8
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