Product Overview
CD 4 Pre-Tabbed Candle Wicks – 3 Inch, 50 Pack
Make candle pouring easier with CD 4 (Stabilo) pre-tabbed candle wicks, featuring a natural wax coating and attached metal wick tabs. These 3-inch candle wicks are made from flat braided cotton with paper threads woven into the braid, providing added rigidity to help keep the wick upright during candle making and burning.
CD series wicks are designed for use with softer, more viscous natural waxes and can be suitable for candles with higher fragrance loads when properly tested. Each package contains 50 pre-tabbed candle wicks, ready for your next candle-making project.
Features & Benefits
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CD 4 (Stabilo) Wick Series: Flat braided cotton with paper thread reinforcement.
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3-Inch Wick Length: Each wick measures 3 inches (7.62 cm).
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Pre-Tabbed Design: Includes attached 20 x 6 mm metal wick tabs.
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Natural Wax Coating: Pre-waxed for convenient handling and placement.
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Reinforced Construction: Helps keep the wick upright during pouring and in a deep melt pool.
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Lead- and Zinc-Free: Cotton and paper wick construction without lead or zinc cores.
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50 Wicks Per Package: Convenient quantity for candle makers.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
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| Wick Series | CD 4 (Stabilo) |
| Wick Length | 3 inches (7.62 cm) |
| Tab Size | 20 x 6 mm |
| Wick Material | Flat braided cotton with paper reinforcement |
| Wax Coating | Natural |
| Lead and Zinc | Lead- and zinc-free |
| Quantity | 50 pre-tabbed wicks |
| Prop 65 Warning | No warning indicated by supplier |
What Are CD 4 Candle Wicks?
CD (Stabilo) wicks are flat braided cotton candle wicks reinforced with paper threads. This construction adds rigidity and helps the wick maintain an upright position during candle pouring and burning.
The CD series is designed to perform with softer, more viscous natural waxes, including certain formulations containing fragrance oils. However, wick performance depends on the complete candle formulation, including wax type, container diameter, fragrance load and other additives.
How Do You Choose the Right Candle Wick?
The correct wick size depends on more than the length of the wick. Candle diameter, wax formulation, fragrance concentration and container design all affect how a wick burns.
CD 4 identifies the wick size within the CD series. It does not mean the wick is intended for a 4-inch-wide candle.
Always perform a complete test burn with your intended candle formulation before producing candles for sale or regular use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does CD 4 mean?
CD identifies the Stabilo wick series, while 4 is the wick size designation within that series.
Are these candle wicks already waxed?
Yes. Each wick has a natural wax coating and an attached metal tab.
Are CD 4 wicks made from cotton?
Yes. CD wicks are made from flat braided cotton with paper threads woven into the braid for reinforcement.
Are these candle wicks lead-free?
Yes. CD series wicks are lead- and zinc-free.
Can I use these wicks for beeswax candles?
They may be suitable for some beeswax candle formulations, but proper wick selection requires test burning. Pure beeswax, beeswax blends, candle diameter and other formulation details can affect performance.
How many candle wicks are included?
Each package contains 50 pre-tabbed CD 4 candle wicks.
Do I need to trim the wick?
Yes. Follow appropriate wick-trimming practices for your candle design. After extinguishing and cooling, remove any excessive carbon buildup before relighting.
Stock your candle-making supplies with a convenient 50-pack of CD 4 pre-tabbed candle wicks from Lappe's Bee Supply.
