Large Batch Wax Melting Pots for Candle Making, 25 lb to 1,226 lb
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. Lead time is shown on each product page.
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?
| Model | Wax per batch | About 8 oz candles | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRIMO 25 | 25 lb | about 55 | Samples, R&D, first wholesale orders |
| PRIMO 50 | 56 lb | about 125 | Small-batch production |
| PRIMO 100 | 105 lb | about 240 | Daily small to mid production |
| PRIMO 150 | 169 lb | about 385 | Growing brands, feeding a filler |
| PRIMO 250 | 264 lb | about 600 | Wholesale production |
| PRIMO 1000 | 1,226 lb | about 2,800 | Factory 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
| Model | Wax capacity | Capacity | Heating power | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRIMO 25 | 25 lb (11 kg) | 3.5 gal (13 L) | 300 W | $1,395 |
| PRIMO 50 | 56 lb (25 kg) | 7 gal (26 L) | 800 W | $1,675 |
| PRIMO 75 | 77 lb (35 kg) | 11 gal (41 L) | 800 W | $1,875 |
| PRIMO 100 | 105 lb (48 kg) | 15 gal (57 L) | 800 W | $2,050 |
| PRIMO 150 | 169 lb (77 kg) | 26 gal (98 L) | 800 W | $2,295 |
| PRIMO 250 | 264 lb (120 kg) | 33 gal (125 L) | 900 W | $2,795 |
| PRIMO 500 | 532 lb (241 kg) | 76 gal (287 L) | 1,500 W | $4,995 |
| PRIMO 1000 | 1,226 lb (556 kg) | 158 gal (598 L) | 1,800 W | $7,995 |
All models: 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?
Lead time is shown on each product page.
Who makes large wax melting pots in the USA?
WaxMelters, founded in 1999, builds PRIMO melters in Ronkonkoma, New York.
WaxMelters (Melting and Filling Equipment Inc.), 2221 5th Ave, Ste 3, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779. (888) WAX-MELTERS | (888) 929-6358. Sales@WaxMelters.com. Mon to Fri 9 AM to 5 PM ET.