If placed on a gerbil's stomach, will it read an average temp? Accuracy isn't important, I breed and need to see temp differences to check for fever.
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If you want average, I guess you can only measure for a continuos few time to monitor
864101
I gave this as a gift to new parents. However, the new mommy told me that her hubby was using it to read the temp of things all over the house. Not sure how accurate the readings are on these other surfaces. Can you contact the manufacturer just to be safe?
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Batteries. Very difficult to work with. You need to find an area on the pet that reflects the normal temperature. Then use that same area always as your baseline. Every pet is different and there is not enough calibration range to dial it in..... and again has to be calibrated to each pet.
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I have not checked its accuracy against other thermometers. I do know the unit functions well and i have had no issues with it. I use it to switch on and off an incondesant light bulb that heats a small space where a control unit for a lumber kiln is. The manufacturer recommends that it not be exposed to temperatures less than 40 degrees. So right now, it is not doing anything but reading a fairly high temp and keeping the circuit open.
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This product is only meant to read surface temperatures. To get accurate body temperature readings, they must be taken internally.
1712126
The dial on top is not exactly the easiest to move, it's a bit stiff. You can tell if it's on by the little amber light that sits about midway down the unit. If it's on supposedly it's working. If you really want to be sure, go out and buy a thermometer. I'd recommend one of the digital ones, I find them the easiest to read. Avoid at all costs the cheap little LCD strips that you stick to your tank. THey're about as accurate as sticking your arm out the window and saying "Feels cold today." This heater (and frankly *most* of the ones on the market) are only accurate to within 2 degrees of the set point. So don't be surprised if it doesn't dial in to exactly what you set.
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It seems to be fairly accurate but would say it is probably within a few degrees of exact temperature. If exact temps are critical for your use, I would look for a product that guarantees accuracy.
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I use a photo thermometer and it has always matched so far. Although if this thermometer is in direct sunlight it will give a false high reading so make sure that you place it in a shaded area of your aquarium.
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No. Matter of fact, this is how I check/verify mine is working properly: they should read the same, or within a few degrees. I use mine in a BBQ pit.
715792
It seems pretty accurate. However, the latch is not tight on ours..the metal hook seems to large, so if that is an issue with yours that might be the culprit for fluctuating temp.
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I never noticed. I simply put it in the cage (permanently) and checked it 15 min later. I assume 5 minutes should do it. Probably sooner. It's meant to sit in the terrarium indefinitely. Not really to be taken in and out. You would probably want an infrared temperature reader if you just want to check the temperature couple times a day.
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I have only used it on adults but it gives accurate temp readings so I don't see why it would be different.
148825
Yes, but in order to get an accurate reading you have to really "jam" the thermometer into the ear. Sometimes My baby was hot and the thermometer would read a low temperature.
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Information from product instructions: Use Zoo Med's High Range or Analog Reptile Thermometer to monitor the temperature of your terrarium. To properly monitor the temperature in your terrarium, it is recommended that you use one thermometer per each 20 gallons (i.e. use 2 thermometers for a 40 gallon terrarium etc.). Most reptiles sold in pet shops are tropical species (i.e.; boas, pythons, iguanas, water dragons, etc.) requiring a minimum air temperature of 80F (26.6C). The average house ranges from 65-75F (18-24C), and requires an additional heat source to keep the terrarium in the safe 80-88F (26.6-31C) zone. Incandescent lamps, ceramic heat emitters, and heat cables are also good additional heat sources.
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I have tried it on myself, and it reads a few degrees low, even when aimed at the back of my throat. So the answer is no. Obviously the medical community uses something similar, but they must be calibrated for the small range in body temperatures.
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I haven't asked my dogs if it was warm for them or not and I haven't spent enough time on it myself to answer that question. The tempurpedic on my bed hasn't had that issue so far.
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I use it for my rainbow boa and still use a thermometer on that side and another one on the cool side plus a hygrometer. The thermometer is just to be able to double check the temp to make sure it is correct.