destin0709 Posted November 19, 2005 Share Posted November 19, 2005 Has anyone tried this wax: IGI 4625 -145 MP Pillar Blend. Says it holds 6% fragrance and good scent throw. I ordered some to try electric candles with a 5 watt bulb but wondered if anyone else used it on electrics? Thanks :smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean Posted November 20, 2005 Share Posted November 20, 2005 I have this wax, but have not tried it with the electric candles, i been using a HMP wax for my electric grubbies .. i`ll give it a try and see how it works.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatinDucky Posted November 20, 2005 Share Posted November 20, 2005 If you do a search here on 4625 you'll find than many of us use it and for different things. For electrics, I don't know, but it should show up in the search too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
destin0709 Posted November 20, 2005 Author Share Posted November 20, 2005 I hope so, they were out of the hurricane wax where I did my ordering. I only got 20 lbs. so I'll test them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaybee23 Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Do keep us posted on how it works. I am looking for a good throwing wax for the electric candles as well, just haven't had time to play with them too much lately. It should work, with a 5 watt bulb, with that MP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
destin0709 Posted November 21, 2005 Author Share Posted November 21, 2005 I was hoping it could be used.I saw people tried 1343 which was 138 mp and 3% f/o retention. I was going to try 1343 since they were out of hurricane 163 mp, but saw that the preblend had 145 mp with nothing to add to the mix and had a higher mp than the 1343 and also a higher f/o retention. I am hoping it works, I may not have time to order more by Xmas. Maybe even if I have to go to a 3 watt bulb. I will let everyone know once I get all my supplies. I am hoping for next week.:smiley2: Does anyone know about the silicone bulbs? I ordered some flicker bulbs (1 watt). Do they get as hot as the regular 5 watt bulbs? Or do they stay cooler since they flicker? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topofmurrayhill Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 I don't know much about making electric candles, but isn't translucency and maximum glow-through what you want for that? I figured that was why people use straight paraffin. I suppose 4625 will still let some light through if it's not molded too thick, but I suspect that might be the main issue with using a pre-blend. They're opaque! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
destin0709 Posted November 21, 2005 Author Share Posted November 21, 2005 You could be right. This is my first time making them. They are actually for myself and for family members for Christmas. I am just looking for some primitive decor and good smelling scents for my house so I am not too worried about traslucency in this batch. I just wanted to make my own. I love to get into crafting my own stuff. So thought I'd try these, they look easy enough. I have only used soy before and all these different waxes had me puzzled. LOL I am going to try hurricane wax next time. I won't tell my family members if you don't. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breanna Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 HI,,I use this wax and yes it is very opaque,,, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
destin0709 Posted November 22, 2005 Author Share Posted November 22, 2005 Thanks Breanna, at least I know now. I will go with a straight parrafin next time. You have to add additives to the straight parrafin wax when using, right? I am so glad I come here. I try to read as much as I can on wax, fragrances, etc. You guys are so helpful on here. I am very grateful for all of your help and advice in my beginning of candlemaking!! Thanks to all!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breanna Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Hi and yes you have to use additives for that wax,,,you are very welcome,,we are here to help and it is very nice to meet you :highfive: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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