Candle Terminology
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Here are some definitions of basic candle terminology.
Candle: |
one or more combustible wicks supported by a material that constitutes a fuel which is solid, semi-solid, or quasi-rigid at room temperature, 68 Fahrenheit to 80 Fahrenheit (20 Celsius to 26 Celsius); it can also contain additives which are used for color, odor, stability, or to modify the burning characteristics; the combined function of which is to sustain a light-producing flame. |
Filled Candle: |
A candle produced and used within the same vessel. |
Freestanding
Candle: |
A rigid candle (e.g., pillar-shaped, column-shaped, or figurine) recommended to be used on a heat-resistant, non-flammable surface or, on a candle accessory. |
Taper Candle: |
A slender candle produced to be used with a candle accessory for support. |
Tealight
Candle: |
A cylindrical filled candle produced with a diameter and height of approximately 1.5" (38mm) and 0.75" (19 mm) respectively. |
Votive Candle: |
A candle produced for use fully within a candle accessory, specifically, a votive holder. |
Candle Accessory: |
An object designed for use with a candle. |
Votive Holder: |
A small open vessel designed to hold a votive candle during use. The votive holder must be capable of containing the melted candle. |
Gel Type Candle: |
A candle where the primary fuel is a liquid such as mineral oil, terpene type chemicals, or modified hydrocarbons that are not mineral oil based which may or may not contain organic functional groups; it also contains a chemical agent to increase the viscosity (thicken) to a point where the candle has a quasi-rigid property. |
Wax: |
A solid or semi-solid material consisting of a mixture of hydrocarbons and/or hydrocarbon derivatives. |
Wax Candle: |
A candle that contains petroleum wax, vegetable wax, animal wax, or insect wax as the primary fuel. |
Wick: |
An object which delivers fuel to a flame through the process of capillary action. |