I use a Reptitherm heat mat for my Rainbow Boas and it takes a while to heat up and cool down. How does this device handle that?
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I have heat tape. It works great. It fluctuates a few degrees ether way. It heats up then once the sensor registers the cut off point it cuts power to the mat. Then when it has cooled a few degrees below the set temp it turns back on. It is an all or nothing thing. It does not regulate the current to keep a steady temp.
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I thought it would shut off when not in use, but it doesn't. It stays warm all the time. Our cat loves it. Some people have mentioned that their pet mats don't feel warm until the pet gets on them. Ours feels warm when I touch it. It uses such a tiny amount of electricity that I don't bother unplugging it.
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When I used to have it (upgraded to a large tank so I don't have it anymore), it didn't get the bowl warm at all, just the water inside the bowl.Also I'm pretty sure the instructions said it must be fully submerged in water for use.If you want the one outside try checking out the reptile heating pads, those can be on outside.
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Temp ranges from 10* F to 140* f. Mine registers right around 85*-95*f for my Green Iguana's pen. So far so good.. :) I do believe everyone needs a rheostat to keep the temps regulated. Just in case something malfunctions or maybe your air quits working and your house heats up more than normal.
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They can get well over 120* F, They WILL burn reptile feet and bellies if you do not have them plugged into a Thermostat controller
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I haven't, but I use it to heat my snake racks. I keep my 6 slot rack between 95-100 degrees Fahrenheit
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The Heat Cable get noticeably warm, but not hot, should be just about right for reptiles that would be moving on and off of the cable. I am using mine in a non traditional way to keep a portion of my household well water pump from freezing during the night. I have mine setup on a timer so it only runs during the coldest part of the night.
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This one would cover most if not all of your terrarium. Reptiles need to have a location where they cool off so in a small space as that i personally would get the mini dome. Either case make sure the dome is at least 6 inches away from the highest point your snake can reach since it does get hot. If you have a vet that you regularly go to maybe contact them for more information on heating for your pet.
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I have my two yr old rainbow boa in this tank. She is about two feet long. She is almost ready for a bigger tank. I have a 36in high tank and it retains more humidity. I spray my snakes three times a day to keep the humidity at 70% but I also have them in a sunny area and spray more sometimes. It depends how big your snake is too.
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This is a heat lamp,mostly incandescent with reflectors, used to provide heat and UVA light for your reptiles' basking area. Reptiles require both UVA and UVB light to keep them healthy. UVA helps with feeding and should be on 10-12 hours a day. You should also provide a UVB source for your reptile.
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It doesn't get super hot unless you have it outside in partial / direct sunlight . However I would say after 2 hrs its starts to lose its cooling effects. After that I will throw the pad in the fridge to cool it down. The package that I received the mat in says you can cool it by freezing or refrigerating. Hope this helps! I love this product and would highly recommend it!
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The animal has to lie directly on the mat as that is what triggers the gel to get cooler. I tried using a hand towel but could not feel any temperature change without the direct contact. If the cover is very thin then it might work but I would go with direct contact.
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It's dependand on the temperature around the tank environment. These heat pads also don't heat as well as they age.
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The solar kit doesn't contain a heating element. Considering the water in your birdbath is relatively contained, I would think that it would freeze at the same/similar rate as still water.
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Zoo med, however the cage won't retain much heat if any at all. There is so much ventilation it's almost useless to use a pad. If your reptile needs heat consider bulbs emitting Heat rays downward...
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K&H; says the temp is only 102 degrees so it will not melt the plastic of the cage. But try it out and see. Make sure there is a covering over the mat as stated in their cautions.
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I use the "Hydrofarm MTPRTC Digital Thermostat For Heat Mats". Works pretty well but a bit pricey, here's the link:Jump Start MTPRTC, Digital ETL-Certified Heat Mat Thermostat for Seed Germination, Reptiles and Brewing