Metal Candle Wick Sustainer Tabs — 100 Pack (3 Sizes)

Metal Candle Wick Sustainer Tabs — 100 Pack

100 × electroplated iron wick sustainer tabs (also called wick tabs or wick bases) for anchoring cotton wicks to the base of candle containers. Available in three sizes to suit different wick thicknesses and container types. Use these when making candles with unwaxed cotton wick that requires a tab, or as replacements when a tab is missing.

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Size Options

12.5mm / 0.49in — $8.46
Base disc diameter: 12.5mm / 0.49in
Centre tube diameter: 2.6mm / 0.10in
Tab height: 4mm / 0.16in
Best for: thin cotton wicks and tealight-sized containers
14mm / 0.55in — $9.00
Base disc diameter: 14mm / 0.55in
Centre tube diameter: 3mm / 0.12in
Tab height: 4mm / 0.16in
Best for: standard cotton wicks and small-to-medium container candles
20mm / 0.79in — $10.66
Base disc diameter: 20mm / 0.79in
Centre tube diameter: 4mm / 0.16in
Tab height: 5mm / 0.20in
Best for: thicker wicks and wider-based containers where a larger footprint provides more stability

Details

Quantity: 100 tabs per pack
Material: electroplated iron — heat-resistant, does not rust in wax
Design: flat disc base with raised centre tube — thread your wick through the tube and crimp to secure
Compatible with: all unwaxed or pre-waxed cotton wicks, cotton core wicks
Container types: candle tins, glass jars, ceramic pots, tealight cups

How to Use

Thread the end of your cotton wick through the centre tube of the sustainer tab from the top.
Using pliers or tweezers, crimp the tube firmly around the wick to grip it securely. Give the wick a gentle tug to confirm it is held in place.
Fix the flat base of the tab to the bottom of your container using a wick sticker or a small amount of melted wax. Press firmly and allow to set before pouring.
Center the wick using a wick centering bar or wooden stick, then pour your wax.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which size should I choose?
Match the centre tube diameter to your wick thickness. A 2.6mm tube (12.5mm tab) suits thin wicks such as ECO 2–4. A 3mm tube (14mm tab) suits medium wicks such as ECO 6–8. A 4mm tube (20mm tab) suits thicker wicks or braided wicks with a wider diameter. If in doubt, the 14mm is the most versatile size for standard container candle wicks.

Do my pre-waxed wicks already have tabs attached?
Yes — our pre-waxed wick packs include tabs pre-attached. These standalone tabs are for use with unwaxed wick spools, or as replacements if a tab is lost or damaged.