Who can tell me the comparisons of the heat in the automatic switch versus the dead man switch heating pad? Do both of them get just as hot or not?
337255
Both are awesome and very powerful compared to the cheap OTC heating pads. For this reason I think the dead man switch is much safer because if you fall asleep on the pad it's going to shut off and not overheat on your body.
337256
The thermophore heating pad is therapeutic moist heating pad and gets as hot as the ones at physical therapy that are heated in the hot water baths. This gets extremely hot and the "dead man switch" is a safety feature in the event you were to fall asleep etc. it is phenomenal. With that being said, the type of switch doesn't determine the heat output of the pad, the pad itself determines that. The automatic switch simply turns itself off in 20 minutes where the dead man switch shuts off when you let go of the switch. I have had both and they are equally effective.
161613
Seems great to me. This is the best heating pad i have ever had. It has lasted through several years of almost daily use!I had a very expensive one the died on me twice in a row in a few months. The cords are stiff on cheaper models. Not this one.
1990826
Actually I did not pay attention if it automatically switch off once reached the chosen temperature, but it has thermostat. I will see in the next days if it stops or it keep on heating. I can say it is a nice and very good quality item.
1028734
Unless the manufacturer has changed the product, this heating pad does not shut off. I bought mine 10/2013 and it has no auto shut-off.
1153087
No, that's the good feature about this heating pad. Most pads shut off in 2 hours. It just have an on and off switch but it's a comfortable warm setting.
1412801
I have been using this heating pad since summer last year, every night and sometimes days too. I do not care about the wattage as long as it is working. It does not auto-shut off. It never shuts off unless you shut it off. I don't know what the manual says. I'm a real user - not a spokesperson.
1111289
Maybe not quite as hot as a heating pad but I think it's darn close. I haven't used a lot of heating pads, but the blanket gets quite toasty. It feels a bit less intense than a pad because the heat is spread out so much farther, too. The blanket heats fast, too. Just a few moments after turning it on, you can feel the heating elements/cords inside start to get warm. One thing I like about this blanket much more than a heating pad is it's safety feature. Our last heating pad shut off after 20 minutes -- pretty much just as it was getting to a good, hot temperature. Unplugging and replugging it in got old really fast. This blanket turns itself off after 2 hours. That was much better for my needs. Plus, I've never found a heating pad as soft as this. You just want to snuggle up in it's cozy, soft warmth.
995262
The ignition also offers a user the freedom of adjusting the power demand from 15-75 watt switch is roughly 750-900 degrees Fahrenheit. One Portasol Pro Piezo 75-Watt Heat Tool Kit can easily work continuously for up to two hours best one i have used and owned i love mine about to get a back up before i lose where they are sold its just my luck the time it goes out they wont be around anymore lol its hard to get one with the igniter built in hope this helps
955641
I searched on Amazon for a heating pad that does not automatically turn off. This one popped up. It does have an auto shut off but it supposedly could be disabled or turned off. I waited on pins and needles for these (I ordered two), when they arrived, the first thing I looked for was how to turn off the auto shut off. NOT POSSIBLE. I had to return them and go search for what I wanted. What a waste of my time!
130863
Just to clarify... The product being sold here the Themofore MAXHEAT pad, does NOT have the switch that requires being held down. They have another pad that they call the "Classic" that has this feature. This one has an on/off switch with Low, medium, and high settings. The pad heats up and automatically turns off in 20 minutes (as a safety feature) and if you want it to continue heating you turn off and back on again.
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I don't use Save Smart mode because the constant on/off annoys me, as well. That's my only complaint about this heater, but I gave it a five-start review nevertheless. I just run mine on thermostat control, which means it always runs on high when it kicks on. Auto thermostat control only works in high (as you might have noticed). Even if you set the stat while on low power mode, the unit switches to high. I don't see this as a drawback, since the heater would just have to run longer on low to reach the desired temperature. After all "watts is watts," whether you draw them slowly or quickly. I don't use Save Smart mode because the constant on/off annoys me, as well. That's my only complaint about this heater, but I gave it a five-start review nevertheless. I just run mine on thermostat control, which means it always runs on high when it kicks on. Auto thermostat control only works in high (as you might have noticed). Even if you set the stat while on low power mode, the unit switches to high. I don't see this as a drawback, since the heater would just have to run longer on low to reach the desired temperature. After all "watts is watts," whether you draw them slowly... » Read More I don't use Save Smart mode because the constant on/off annoys me, as well. That's my only complaint about this heater, but I gave it a five-start review nevertheless. I just run mine on thermostat control, which means it always runs on high when it kicks on. Auto thermostat control only works in high (as you might have noticed). Even if you set the stat while on low power mode, the unit switches to high. I don't see this as a drawback, since the heater would just have to run longer on low to reach the desired temperature. After all "watts is watts," whether you draw them slowly or quickly. « Show Less
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Hi Peg, I'm sure the Black and Decker is a fine product, but I know nothing about it. My Mantis has been wonderful, though. I've given it rough usage over three summers, cutting through hard turf and rocky soil, making flower and vegetable garden spaces. No overheating ever, and when it does get stuck on a root tangle, or fist-sized rocks, its breaker stops the Mantis instantly. Your question has reminded me how much I like and trust it.
1697854
The range is from slightly warm to very hot. But the heating element is very inconsistent. This is my second heating pad the first one stopped working altogether. So sometimes it works just as the element says and other times it doesn't hardly get hot at all and then sometimes it's too hot even on the lowest setting. So you're taking a risk purchasing this one.
1447102
It's very quick to heat up. I have bought over 100 heating pads in my lifetime and most don't last a year. This one is really good and I like how it goes off automatically after one hour unless you reset it which is easy. Plus you put it on the degrees you want not just low medium and high. I highly recommend this item
366997
Not that I have found...however, it does not turn off totally, so if you wake up and the red light is blinking, it does reheat really quickly. I don't know why, but I am glad this feature is available. I have horrible arthritis complicated by disease that doesn't allow regular blood supply to my extremities, so they are always cold. What I really love about this heating pad is that once it has been used and the red light is still blinking hours later, you can heat it up much quicker than if it had been manually turned off. It is really important to me year round that I can warm my hands and feet quickly. This is the best heating pad that I have found for the purposes that I need heating pads for...plus, it is really large so I can wrap my hands and even my feet up in pads for extra warmth. I have not seen a heating pad without the "auto off" feature in years...I think there have been too many law suits. Have you thought of an electric blanket or heated mattress pad? I hope this info helps you make a safe decision. I understand your point, but would also suck if you woke up with a major burn or an electrical fire!
161610
Seems great to me. This is the best heating pad i have ever had. It has lasted through several years of almost daily use! I had a very expensive one the died on me twice in a row in a few months. The cords are stiff on cheaper models. Not this one.
2134646
It's automatic. As soon as you unplug it the unit stays hot for one hour. There is no on off switch