Standard Guide for Terminology Relating to Candles and Associated Accessory Items

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4.1 This guide is used to establish a set of definitions that allows manufacturers, consumers, retailers, and the scientific community to use a common language to define candles and associated accessory items.
SCOPE
1.1 This guide defines standard terms used to describe candles and associated accessory products.  
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

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Designation: F1972 − 13
StandardGuide for
Terminology Relating to Candles and Associated Accessory
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Items
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1972; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 3.1.4 burn time, n—time interval a test specimen supports
sustained flaming combustion after removal of the ignition
1.1 This guide defines standard terms used to describe
source until all flaming ceases. F2601
candles and associated accessory products.
3.1.5 candle, n—one or more combustible wicks supported
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
by a material that constitutes a fuel which is solid, semi-solid,
as standard. The values given in parentheses are for informa-
or quasi-rigid at room temperature, 68° to 80°F (20 to 27°C);
tion only.
it can also contain additives that are used for color, scent,
stability,ortomodifytheburningcharacteristics;thecombined
2. Referenced Documents
function of which is to sustain a light-producing flame.
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
3.1.5.1 altar candle, n—candle that is constructed,
E136 Test Method for Behavior of Materials in a Vertical
packaged, and labeled as an altar candle.
Tube Furnace at 750°C
(1) Discussion—The candle is used in a place of worship in
F2058 Specification for Candle Fire Safety Labeling
close proximity to the altar during the religious service or
F2326 Test Method for Collection and Analysis of Visible
ceremony. F2417
Emissions from Candles as They Burn
F2417 Specification for Fire Safety for Candles
3.1.5.2 birthday candle, n—candle whose sole purpose is to
F2601 Specification for Fire Safety for Candle Accessories
be used on a birthday cake. F2417
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2.2 NFPA Standard:
3.1.5.3 Easter, Paschal, sacramental candle, n—candle that
NFPA 909 Code for the Protection of Cultural Resources
is constructed, packaged, and labeled as an Easter, Paschal, or
sacramental candle (or some combination of these names, for
3. Terminology
example, Easter/Paschal), generally 43.2 cm (17.0 in.) or more
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
in length.
3.1.1 base material, n—intended fuel source for candle
(1) Discussion—The candle shall be displayed and burned in
flame. F2417
the place of worship as the focal candle during Easter or with
the celebration of various sacraments. The candle is adorned
3.1.2 burn cycle, n—length of time the candle is burned
with symbols and ornamentation as required and deemed
during one test day. For this test, a burn cycle is 4 h (see
appropriate. F2417
Specification F2417). F2326
3.1.3 burn period, n—total time the candle is burned over
3.1.5.4 filled candle, n—a candle produced and used within
the duration of the test. For this test, the burn period will be 16
the same vessel. F2058
h. F2326
3.1.5.5 freestanding candle, n—a rigid candle (for example,
pillar-shaped,column-shaped,orfigurine)thatisintendedtobe
burned only on a heat–resistant, noncombustible surface or on
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This guide is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F15 on Consumer
a heat-resistant, noncombustible candle accessory.
Products and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F15.45 on Candle
Products.
3.1.5.6 taper candle, n—a slender candle produced to be
Current edition approved Sept. 1, 2013. Published January 2014. Originally
used with a candle accessory for support.
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approved in 1999. Last previous edition approved in 2005 as F1972 – 05 . DOI:
10.1520/F1972-13.
3.1.5.7 tealight candle, n—a cylindrical filled candle pro-
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
duced with a diameter and height of approximately 1.5 in. (38
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
mm) and 0.75 in. (19 mm) respectively
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
the ASTM website.
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3.1.5.8 votive candle, n—a candle produced for use fully
Available from National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 1 Batterymarch
Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101. within a candle accessory, specifically, a votive holder.
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3.1.6 candle accessory, n—object designed for use with a denced by glow or flame. The combustion may be sustained or
candle. F2601 transient. F2601
3.1.6.1 votive holder, n—a small open vessel designed to 3.1.20 label, n—display of textual or graphic matter on the
hold a votive candle during use; the votive holder must be unit of sale. F2058
capable of containing
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Designation: F1972 − 05 F1972 − 13
Standard Guide for
Terminology Relating to Candles and Associated Accessory
1
Items
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1972; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
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ε NOTE—Added terms editorially in January 2013.
1. Scope
1.1 This guide defines standard terms used to describe candles and associated accessory products.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are for information
only.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
E136 Test Method for Behavior of Materials in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750°C
F2058 Specification for Candle Fire Safety Labeling
F2326 Test Method for Collection and Analysis of Visible Emissions from Candles as They Burn
F2417 Specification for Fire Safety for Candles
F2601 Specification for Fire Safety for Candle Accessories
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2.2 NFPA Standard:
NFPA 909 Code for the Protection of Cultural Resources
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.1.1 base material, n—intended fuel source for candle flame. F2417
3.1.2 burn cycle, n—length of time the candle is burned during one test day. For this test, a burn cycle is 4 h (see Specification
F2417). F2326
3.1.3 burn period, n—total time the candle is burned over the duration of the test. For this test, the burn period will be 16 h.
F2326
3.1.4 burn time, n—time interval a test specimen supports sustained flaming combustion after removal of the ignition source
until all flaming ceases. F2601
3.1.5 candle, n—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° to 80°F (20 to 27°C); it can also contain additives that are used for color, odor,scent, stability,
or to modify the burning characteristics; the combined function of which is to sustain a light-producing flame.
3.1.5.1 altar candle, n—candle that is constructed, packaged, and labeled as an altar candle.
(1) Discussion—The candle is used in a place of worship in close proximity to the altar during the religious service or ceremony.
F2417
3.1.5.2 birthday candle, n—candle whose sole purpose is to be used on a birthday cake. F2417
3.1.5.3 Easter, Paschal, sacramental candle, n—candle that is constructed, packaged, and labeled as an Easter, Paschal, or
sacramental candle (or some combination of these names, for example, Easter/Paschal), generally 43.2 cm (17.0 in.) or more in
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This guide is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F15 on Consumer Products and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F15.45 on Candle Products.
Current edition approved Sept. 1, 2005Sept. 1, 2013. Published September 2005January 2014. Originally approved in 1999. Last previous edition approved in 19992005
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as F1972 – 99.F1972 – 05 . DOI: 10.1520/F1972-05E01.10.1520/F1972-13.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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Available from National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101.
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length.
(1) Discussion—The candle shall be displayed and burned in the place of worship as the focal candle during Easter or with the
celebration of various sacraments. The candle is adorned with symbols and ornamentation as required and deemed appropriate.
F2417
3.1.5.4 filled candle, n—a candle produced and used within the same vessel. F2058
3.1.5.5 freestanding candle, n—a rigid candle (for example, pillar-shaped, column-shaped, or figurine) that is intended to be
burned only on a heat–resistant, noncombustible surface or on a heat-resistant, noncombustible candle accessory.
3.1.5.6 taper candle, n—a slender candle produced to be used with a candle accessory for support.
3.1.5.7 tealight candle, n—a cylindrical filled candle produced with a diameter and height of approximately 1.5 in. (38 mm) and
0.75 in. (19 mm) respectively
3.1.5.8 votive candle, n—a candle produced for use fully
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