HTP - 104
About the HTP 104 Wick
The HTP 104 is a flat braided wick engineered for consistent burn performance in both vegetable and paraffin-based candle systems. Its construction helps maintain rigidity during burning, encourages a stable wick posture, and promotes cleaner combustion with reduced carbon buildup.
HTP wicks are popular among candle makers because they perform well in challenging wax formulations, including heavily scented candles and wax blends that can be difficult to burn efficiently.
Jess Mae HTP 104 Specifications
- Wick Series: HTP
- Wick Size: HTP 104
- Length: 6 inches
- Tab Size: 20 mm × 6 mm
- Primer: Vegetable Wax
- Construction: Flat Braided Wick
- Rate of Consumption (ROC): 0.21 oz/hr
- Average Flame Height: 1.62 inches
- Average Melt Pool Diameter: 2.01 inches
Recommended Starting Applications
HTP 104 is commonly used as a starting point for:
- Medium container candles
- Soy wax candles
- Soy blend candles
- Paraffin candles
- Coconut-soy blends
- Candles with moderate to heavy fragrance loads
For most container candles, HTP 104 is often tested first in vessels around 3.0 to 3.5 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
- Trim wick to approximately 1/4 inch before each burn.
- Test using your final wax, fragrance, dye, and container combination.
- Record melt pool diameter after each burn cycle.
- Monitor flame height throughout testing.
- Check vessel temperatures regularly.
- Allow candles to cool completely between burn sessions.
- Complete full burn testing before final wick selection.
Troubleshooting
Candle Is Tunneling
Possible causes:
* Wick too small
* Heavy fragrance load
* Large vessel diameter
Consider testing HTP 105.
Flame Is Too Small
Possible causes:
* Dense wax formulation
* High fragrance load
* Excess additives
Consider testing HTP 105 or HTP 126.
Excessive Mushrooming
Possible causes:
* Wick oversized for application
* Excess fragrance oil
* Improper wick trimming
Trim wick before each burn and retest.
Container Running Too Hot
Possible causes:
* Wick too large
* Small vessel diameter
Consider testing the next smaller wick size.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HTP 104 good for soy wax?
Yes. HTP 104 is commonly used in soy wax and soy-blend candle formulations and is often selected for medium-sized container candles.
What container diameter should I test first?
Most candle makers begin testing HTP 104 in containers approximately 3.0 to 3.5 inches in diameter.
What does ROC mean?
ROC stands for Rate of Consumption. HTP 104 has a published consumption rate of approximately 0.21 ounces of wax per hour under standardized testing conditions.
What flame height should I expect?
Under standardized testing conditions, HTP 104 produces an average flame height of approximately 1.62 inches.
What melt pool diameter should I expect?
Under standardized testing conditions, HTP 104 produces an average melt pool diameter of approximately 2.01 inches.
Does HTP 104 work with fragrance oils?
Yes. HTP wicks are frequently chosen for candles containing fragrance oils and additives that require a reliable, stable burn.
Is HTP 104 self-trimming?
HTP wicks are designed to maintain a favorable burn posture that helps reduce carbon buildup and promote a cleaner burn. Regular trimming is still recommend.
