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Re: Paraffin wax
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Nick Wallingford <[log in to unmask]>
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Informed Discussion of Beekeeping Issues and Bee Biology <[log in to unmask]>
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Wed, 13 Mar 2002 13:58:22 +1300
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> How do you get wax to 160 degrees centigrade? Will it not flash?

The flash point of paraffin wax is 199 deg centigrade.  You do need a
sturdy, accurate thermometer, as well as a way of putting out the fire if it
does happen...

Nick Wallingford
Tauranga, NZ
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http://www.beekeeping.co.nz

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