I want to use this for a small pet and I'm just wondering if anybody knows if it gets hot enough to melt the bottom of his plastic cage?
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My apartments room temperature is 75 degrees Fahrenheit. When my cat lays on this warmer pad the temperature rises to 106.5 (temped it using a digital thermometer by placing it under him and between the warmer pad). The normal body temperature for cats falls in the range of 99.5-102.5 Fahrenheit. This pad raises it by 3-4 degrees. He really seems to like it. I WOULDN'T recommend placing this pad in a cage where your pet cannot move off the pad when they feel too hot. My cat makes that decision himself. He will leave and lay next to it when he feels too hot.
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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.
1053079
4 watts is almost no heat at all. i would not worry in the least. try it out before you put it in the cage and feel how hot it gets so you feel at ease about it.
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Denise, my understanding on how this one works is that it is somewhat pressure sensitive, so not sure heat will be felt if a pet is not sitting on it. When I worked in bird rescue and we would use regular heating pads (on low) under the cage, but those were cages that sat on a table. You use a towel as cushion. The K&H; one that I have, also goes to a temp that is for felines and dog body temp. I have a cockatiel, and years ago, I bought one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Vktech-Snuggle-Hammock-Hanging-Hideaway/dp/B00C8O6690/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie;=UTF8&qid;=1385576083&sr;=1-4&keywords;=bird+cozy in a local pet store. He ignored it for many years, and now all of a sudden he loves it. Totally naps in it. He is 12 years old. Denise, my understanding on how this one works is that it is somewhat pressure sensitive, so not sure heat will be felt if a pet is not sitting on it. When I worked in bird rescue and we would use regular heating pads (on low) under the cage, but those were cages that sat on a table. You use a towel as cushion. The K&H; one that I have, also goes to a temp that is for felines and dog body temp. I have a cockatiel, and years ago, I bought one of these:... » Read More Denise, my understanding on how this one works is that it is somewhat pressure sensitive, so not sure heat will be felt if a pet is not sitting on it. When I worked in bird rescue and we would use regular heating pads (on low) under the cage, but those were cages that sat on a table. You use a towel as cushion. The K&H; one that I have, also goes to a temp that is for felines and dog body temp. I have a cockatiel, and years ago, I bought one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Vktech-Snuggle-Hammock-Hanging-Hideaway/dp/B00C8O6690/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie;=UTF8&qid;=1385576083&sr;=1-4&keywords;=bird+cozy in a local pet store. He ignored it for many years, and now all of a sudden he loves it. Totally naps in it. He is 12 years old. « Show Less
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Id say NO, but I haven't tried to melt it that way. I think it needs a slow melt down. But contact the seller, he will answer all your quastions
1329506
Our fry daddy deformed our other plastic tabke...I would think it would melt this one..it's a great table ... .for cleaning fish or anything
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Mine gets slightly warm on the top - just warm enough to feel it. So I wouldn't worry about a dog getting hurt on mine. To be safe, I would suggest you contact the seller (some company in Okla. whose name I can't remember but it will be on the Amazon page). I had a question and they answered within just a few hours. They were very responsive and nice. I don't know if you read my review, but this is a great heater. I had one before that was just OK. So if you get this one, I think you'll be very happy.
339701
Hi buddy. I'm sorry to say that it doesn't get very warm at all. As far as soft, it's just like laying on a piece of plastic. My dog doesn't even use it.
20127
The bottom of the bowl does get hot. You might put it on patio pavers or something like that for protection. It is worth the purchase.
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I don't know if it will or not, but I purchased 2 of these and each one got super hot and smelled like melting plastic. I tried both of them numerous times with the same results. I will never use them again for fear that they may catch fire. Buyer beware.
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Denise, my understanding on how this one works is that it is somewhat pressure sensitive, so not sure heat will be felt if a pet is not sitting on it. When I worked in bird rescue and we would use regular heating pads (on low) under the cage, but those were cages that sat on a table. You use a towel as cushion. The K&H one that I have, also goes to a temp that is for felines and dog body temp. I have a cockatiel, and years ago, I bought one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Vktech-Snuggle-Hammock-Hanging-Hideaway/dp/B00C8O6690/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1385576083&sr=1-4&keywords=bird+cozy in a local pet store. He ignored it for many years, and now all of a sudden he loves it. Totally naps in it. He is 12 years old.
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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.
1311993
There are several types available, and it depends on how hot you want cage to be. Need to go to Petsmart (or similar outlet for pets) and consult with personnel there.
1495902
It would melt the plastic if it is thin or cheap. This is a hot plate that heats to 200 degrees.
911776
I don't know the answer to that because I did not buy the warming pad. If you don't use straw under or over the pad, it will be too hard for the cat. I'm sure the pad is such low voltage as to not cause a fire. You can probably find more information about it if you research "kitty tube" online.
629671
If its plastic grill it would melt it I'm afraid. Very bright and hot burning
391323
I don't know but it does get hot enough to melt se ur softer metals. It burns as hot at regular propane torch. Just smaller which means less gas. Run good butane tho. Or ur waisting ur time
1122701
I would not recommend sitting it on plastic, not sure how hot the bottom because it is only about 4 inches, give or take, from the bottom of the oven. We had it on a table that was a woodgrain material over particle board and it did fine, but it was outside and nothing that would have melted. Hope this helps!
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I'm currently using it for a couple of pet rabbits. They chewed another brand up in a week. This one seems to have staying power. The 15 pound rabbit really loves his, he's hard to get off of it to even eat. Of course its been below 10 degrees here for days.