The Little Melter | 1.5L Wax Melter

Meet The Little Melter, the compact wax melter designed for candle makers who want professional results without sacrificing precious workspace. Whether you’re testing new fragrance oils, pouring small production batches, creating seasonal collections, or just starting your candle making journey, this stylish little workhorse makes melting wax faster, easier, and more enjoyable.

Don’t let its compact size fool you. With a generous 1.5 litre (3 lb) capacity, The Little Melter  can produce multiple candles per batch while taking up very little room on your workbench. The powerful 700W heating system melts wax quickly, while adjustable temperature control allows you to work confidently with a wide variety of waxes, including soy wax, paraffin wax, beeswax, coconut wax, gel wax, and more.

The innovative pouring design helps reduce mess and wasted wax, while the smooth interior coating makes cleanup surprisingly easy. Less time cleaning. More time creating.

Available in your choice of soft Mint Green or elegant Lavender.

Why Candle Makers Love The Little Melter

Fast Melting Performance

The powerful 700W heating element quickly melts up to 3 lbs of wax in approximately 20 minutes, helping you spend less time waiting and more time pouring.

Compact Yet Productive

Small enough for kitchen counters, craft rooms, studios, and market vendors, yet large enough to handle multiple candles in a single batch.

Adjustable Temperature Control

Easily adjust temperatures from approximately 50°C to 120°C (104°F to 230°F) to suit different wax types and pouring requirements.

Works With Multiple Wax Types

Compatible with:

• Soy Wax
• Coconut Wax
• Paraffin Wax
• Beeswax
• Gel Wax
• Coconut Blends
• Pillar Wax
• Container Wax

Cleaner Pouring

The integrated pouring design helps transfer melted wax smoothly with minimal waste and less mess than traditional pouring pots.

Easy Cleanup

The smooth interior surface is designed for quick maintenance, allowing most cleanup jobs to be completed in just a few minutes.

Perfect for Testing New Fragrances

Experiment with new fragrance oils, wax blends, colours, and seasonal collections without committing to large production runs.

What Can It Make?

A full batch can produce approximately:

• Up to 13 candles (4 oz)
• Up to 6 candles (8 oz)
• Up to 4 candles (12 oz)

Perfect for:

• Hobby candle makers
• Etsy sellers
• Market vendors
• Side hustles
• Small businesses
• Fragrance testing
• Seasonal collections
• Limited edition releases

Specifications:

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is The Little Melter suitable for beginners?

Absolutely. The Little Melter was designed with beginner candle makers in mind while still offering enough performance for experienced makers and small businesses.

Can I use gel wax in this melter?

Yes. The temperature range is suitable for gel wax, soy wax, paraffin wax, beeswax, coconut wax, and most common candle-making waxes.

Do I still need a thermometer?

We always recommend verifying temperatures with a thermometer when making candles. While the melter provides adjustable temperature control, a thermometer offers additional accuracy when working with specific waxes and fragrance oils.

Is it large enough for a small candle business?

Yes. The Little Melter is ideal for small-batch production, product testing, market inventory, and limited-edition candle collections.

How difficult is cleanup?

Cleanup is quick and simple thanks to the smooth interior surface and efficient pouring design. Most users can clean the melter in under five minutes.

Why Buy Your Wax Melter From Candlehaven?

When you purchase The Little Melter from Candlehaven, you’re buying from candle makers who actually use the products we sell. We carefully select equipment that makes candle making easier, more enjoyable, and more successful for makers at every skill level.

Pair The Little Melter with your favourite Candlehaven waxes, fragrance oils, wicks, vessels, and dyes to create beautiful candles from start to finish.