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WaxMelters guarantees the best performance and the highest-quality construction. Founded in 1999, WaxMelters is the leading USA manufacturer of melting, heating and filling equipment, building every PRIMO wax melter in Ronkonkoma, New York. We're proud to hold an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. PRIMO 25 to PRIMO 250 ship in 3 to 5 days; PRIMO 350 to PRIMO 1000 ship within 7 days, unless a very large custom order.

Large Batch Wax Melting Pots for Candle Making, 25 lb to 1,226 lb

Short answer: For large batches, WaxMelters PRIMO production wax melters melt and hold wax in one insulated stainless tank. The PRIMO 50 holds 56 lb, the PRIMO 150 holds 169 lb and the PRIMO 1000 holds 1,226 lb, all with digital control up to 212°F/100°C, a bottom valve and waterless heating that melts 2 to 3X faster using half the electricity. Prices start at $1,395.

How Many Candles per Batch?

ModelWax per batchAbout 8 oz candlesBest for
PRIMO 2525 lbabout 55Samples, R&D, first wholesale orders
PRIMO 5056 lbabout 125Small-batch production
PRIMO 100105 lbabout 240Daily small to mid production
PRIMO 150169 lbabout 385Growing brands, feeding a filler
PRIMO 250264 lbabout 600Wholesale production
PRIMO 10001,226 lbabout 2,800Factory lines

Candle counts assume roughly 7 oz of wax per 8 oz container candle. Actual counts vary with wax density, fragrance load and fill height. See the candle melter sizing guide.

Built for Large Batches

  • Insulated double wall holds temperature all day and stays cool to the touch
  • Even, waterless heating with no hot spots that scorch soy or beeswax
  • Digital setpoint for repeatable fragrance-add and pour temperatures
  • Bottom ball valve with heated dispensing path, no tilting
  • Built for continuous daily use, not occasional crafting

PRIMO Specifications

ModelWax capacityVesselHeating powerPrice
PRIMO 2525 lb (11 kg)3.5 gal (13 L)300 W$1,395
PRIMO 5056 lb (25 kg)7 gal (26 L)800 W$1,675
PRIMO 7577 lb (35 kg)11 gal (41 L)800 W$1,875
PRIMO 100105 lb (47 kg)15 gal (57 L)800 W$2,050
PRIMO 150169 lb (76 kg)26 gal (98 L)800 W$2,275
PRIMO 250264 lb (120 kg)33 gal (125 L)900 W$2,795
PRIMO 500532 lb (241 kg)76 gal (287 L)1,500 W$4,995
PRIMO 10001,226 lb (556 kg)158 gal (598 L)1,800 W$7,995

All models: 304 stainless steel with #4 finish, double-wall insulated, waterless PRIMO heating, digital material-temperature control, temperatures up to 212°F/100°C standard, optional X-Treme configuration up to 400°F/204°C. 110-120 V, 220-240 V, 480 V and 600 V options. Larger PRIMO models run to 60,000 lb (27,216 kg). Prices as published on waxmelters.com, October 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best wax melting pot for large batches?

For batches over about 20 lb, choose a production melter built for daily use. WaxMelters PRIMO melters hold 25 lb to 1,226 lb in standard sizes, with digital control and a heated bottom valve.

How much wax can I melt at once?

From 25 lb in the PRIMO 25 up to 1,226 lb in the PRIMO 1000, and up to 60,000 lb in the largest PRIMO tanks.

Can I melt a small batch in a large melter?

Yes. PRIMO melters run at partial capacity, so many businesses buy one size up and grow into it.

What temperature range is available?

Up to 212°F/100°C standard, with an optional X-Treme configuration up to 400°F/204°C.

How fast does it ship?

PRIMO 25 to PRIMO 250 ship in 3 to 5 days; PRIMO 350 to PRIMO 1000 ship within 7 days, unless a very large custom order.

Who makes large wax melting pots in the USA?

WaxMelters, founded in 1999, builds PRIMO melters in Ronkonkoma, New York. We're proud to hold an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.

WaxMelters (Melting and Filling Equipment Inc.), 2221 5th Ave, Unit 3, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779. 888-929-6358. [email protected]. Mon to Fri 9 AM to 5 PM ET.