LX - 14
50 Pack | Jess Mae (LX 14) - Small Cotton Candle Wicks | 6 Inch | Self Trimming, Pre-Waxed & Pre-Tabbed | DIY Candle Making Supplies | Best Wick for Containers, Pillars & Votives
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About the LX 14 Wick
The LX 14 is a precision flat braided wick designed to provide a clean, consistent burn in a wide variety of candle waxes. LX wicks feature a unique braid construction that helps minimize carbon buildup, encourages a stable flame, and promotes even wax consumption throughout the life of the candle.
LX wicks are especially popular for container candles because they perform well in natural waxes, including soy and soy blends, while helping reduce mushrooming and afterglow.
Jess Mae® LX 14 Specifications
* Wick Series: LX
* Wick Size: LX 14
* Length: 6 inches
* Tab Size: 20 mm × 6 mm
* Primer: Vegetable Wax
* Construction: Flat Braided Cotton Wick
* Core: Coreless
* Rate of Consumption (ROC): (Add manufacturer specification)
* Average Flame Height: (Add manufacturer specification)
* Average Melt Pool Diameter: (Add manufacturer specification)
Recommended Starting Applications
LX 14 is commonly used as a starting point for:
* Medium container candles
* Soy wax candles
* Soy blend candles
* Coconut-soy wax blends
* Paraffin wax
* Beeswax blends
For most container candles, LX 14 is often tested first in vessels around 2.5 to 3.0 inches in diameter.
Actual results will vary depending on wax type, fragrance load, dye load, vessel shape, and burn environment. Always perform complete burn testing before production.
Testing Tips
1. Trim the wick to approximately 1/4 inch before each burn.
2. Test using your final wax, fragrance, dye, and container combination.
3. Record melt pool diameter after each burn cycle.
4. Monitor flame height and wick stability.
5. Measure container temperatures throughout testing.
6. Allow the candle to cool completely between burn sessions.
7. Complete a full burn test before selecting a final wick size.
Troubleshooting
Candle Is Tunneling
Possible causes:
* Wick too small
* Heavy fragrance load
* Container diameter too large
Consider testing LX 16.
Flame Is Too Small
Possible causes:
* Dense wax formulation
* High fragrance load
* Excess additives
Consider testing LX 16 or LX 18.
Excessive Mushrooming
Possible causes:
* Wick oversized
* Excess fragrance oil
* Improper wick trimming
Trim the wick before each burn and retest.
Container Running Too Hot
Possible causes:
* Wick too large
* Container diameter too small
Consider testing the next smaller wick size.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is LX 14 good for soy wax?
Yes. LX 14 is commonly used in soy wax and soy-blend candle formulations and is an excellent starting point for medium-sized container candles.
What container diameter should I test first?
Most candle makers begin testing LX 14 in containers approximately 2.5 to 3.0 inches in diameter.
Does LX 14 reduce mushrooming?
The LX wick series is designed to promote a clean, stable burn that can help reduce carbon buildup and mushrooming when properly matched to the candle.
Can I use LX 14 with fragrance oils?
Yes. LX wicks perform well with many fragrance oils, though every candle formulation should be thoroughly tested.
Can LX 14 be used with natural waxes?
Yes. LX wicks are commonly used with soy wax, soy blends, coconut blends, beeswax blends, and paraffin wax.
Why is my candle tunneling?
The wick may be undersized for the wax, fragrance load, or container diameter. Test the next larger LX size if needed.
Should I trim the wick?
Yes. For best performance and a cleaner burn, trim the wick to approximately 1/4 inch before every burn.
