What kind of wax is used to make wax battery operated candles?

Battery Operated Candles Made with Paraffin Wax

Some of our wax battery operated candles are made of real paraffin wax, and yes, it is the same kind of wax that is used in real, traditional flame candles. Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft solid derivable from petroleum, coal or oil shale. It’s solid at room temperatures and begins to melt above approximately 115 degrees Fahrenheit (its boiling point), and it contracts quite a bit as it gets cooler (below room temperature).

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Some Tips for Making Wax Battery Operated Candles

For these reasons, many large pillar LED candles made of paraffin wax should not be exposed to high temperatures, direct sunlight or freezing temperatures. If they are exposed to freezing temperatures, the candles may actually develop small hairline cracks due to contraction of the paraffin wax. Common applications for paraffin wax include lubrications, electrical insulation, and candles. These paraffin wax LED candles are unscented for those who have allergies, are sensitive to odors, or those who simply prefer not to have scented candles. Some of the smaller LED tealights and votive electronic candles in addition to our outdoor flameless candles are made of an ABS plastic material instead of paraffin wax. We carry a wide selection of paraffin wax indoor candles that are available in various scents like vanilla, cinnamon, pine, etc.

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