1. Paraffin wax (byproduct of petroleum refining)
2. Wick
3. Fragrance oil
4. Dye
Process
Melting of solid fuel by controlled application of heat. The liquid is then poured into a mold and a wick is repeatedly immersed in the liquid to create a dipped tapered candle.
Product
Candle
Used for
Light, heat, aromatherapy
Production facility
Adelaide, SA
Export
Algers, Algeria
Production facility
Adelaide, SA
Export
Algers, Algeria
I had often wondered how candles are made. Had the impression that they are made from beehives because the hives are waxy.
ReplyDeleteUsing paraffin wax would be more reasonable because candles can be produced in bulk. BTW, "melting of solid fuel by controlled application of heat" as you've mentioned presumably, it's melting of paraffin wax.
Also, about "to create a dipped tapered candle", candles need not be tapered; they come in different shapes and sizes depending on the mold.
You've noted an interesting use of candles - aromatherapy!
Just wondering, what's the melting temperature of paraffin wax and hence candles?
Candles can be made using beeswax. The upside of candles made of beeswax is that they burn more cleanly and release fewer chemicals than petroleum-based paraffin waxes.
ReplyDeleteAccording to Wikipedia, a typical melting point of paraffin wax is between about 46 and 68°C. However, candle wax is not a pure substance (it is a mixture of different compounds) and therefore does not have a specific melting point.
I suppose, just to make it easier to remember, let just say the melting point of paraffin wax and hence candles made from it is in the range of 50 to 70 deg Celsius. Thank you for info.
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