How do I regulate the temp on this item for my ball python?
783624
I use a timer so it is only on a certain amt of hours only have it on at night time....there is not setting so you really cant regulate them temp from this item a timer helps plus sand or news paper will help so the snake is not directly on the pad cause they will fry them selves if they lay on it directly
783625
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.
783626
The pad has no temp control. It is either on or off. A rheostat might work.
783627
you have to get a thermostat to regulate the temperature. i use spyder robotics, herpstat 1.
783628
You can't regulate the temp. You should strategically place it in consideration with the other heat sources in the tank so that your reptile has temp variety within the tank. I use 3 thermometers in the tank to keep an eye on the temp. Hope this helps
783629
You can adjust the heat pad temperature by using a Zoo Med Rheostat or a Zoo Med Thermostat along with it.
2006220
Over the metal cover. It is always a good rule of thumb to keep all heating/light devices outside the tank. You don't want the reptile to accidentally burn themselves.
1631895
The Aqueon is been unreliable for temp, I bought a Eheim heater and its holding temp well, for a tank your size the 300w should do the trick, rated for up to 250g
864832
At night I used a sealed oil heater, and fashioned a sectional canopy of old towels over my cockatoo's cage, which extended just far enough over the heater to catch and hold some of the heat. And I used an indoor/outdoor thermometer, with the transmitter just outside the of the cage where she sat (didn't want my baby trying to eat it) but still under the canopy, and the receiver next to my bed to monitor the situation all night. It worked out great. I eventually got it adjusted to the point where if I was comfortable, so was she.I miss her.
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for my purposes it works well. i have a 35 gallon tank with a ball python. the tank uses two of these. i have an automated control system i made that turns the humidifier on and off to maintain between 45 and 55% ambient humidity at all times in the tank which it does without difficulty. with that said, i used aluminium tape to close off ~95% of the top of the tank to help keep the humidify from escaping. you can see the automated system information here: http://forum.arduino.cc/index.php?topic=140740.0i am very happy with how the humidifiers work.
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The user manual is online. http://www.luxproproducts.com/pdfs/PSPA711a_NL_ENG_WebManual.pdfFor the specific questions:- I believe the minimum temperature between the heat set and cool set is 3 degree F, which is the default according to the manual. This value (dead band) is configurable.- Yes, you can change the temperature temporary and then use the hold button to keep it at this temperature forever. There is also a feature to set a new temperature for a duration between 1 to 4 hours.
864826
Ceramic heat lamps sold for reptiles work for this application. I used one years ago when our parrot was ill. Clip the lowest watt one to the side of the cage and he/ she will snuggle up or move away as they choose.
1514311
Thank you. I will try the Industrial Strength Velcro.. the temp tolerance upto 225F will solve the problem.
1888681
In all honesty, from my own personal experience anyway, these don't create optimal heat for a ball python. Usually done lights work better for that. If you're looking for something to give more of an ambient light these are good. I have owned a few ball pythons and it seems a UTH and low watt heat bulb from Home Depot works better in one of their cheap domes for only like $8. My snakes have never been happier.
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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...
1227274
I had this heater in a 3 gal 360 tank and it kept it too warm. I ended up buying a heater that I could set the temperature.
1794041
Should be fine but be careful not to bury it in sand/gravel as you would in an aquatic tank. The bulb on this unit is at the base and if you bury it in your substrate too deep you won't get an accurate measurement of the air temperature which is what you want. You would probably be better off getting a thermometer that can be mounted or suspended off the ground.
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No. Unfortunately I had the same idea and wanted to do so as well but then you would have to regulate the humidity in the entire room. The fresh air screen allows to much constant air flow and your burmese python will inevitably go though bad sheds from poor humidity. Hope this helps
1593719
No control for temperature. There are lights that let you know when it is the right temperature though. The fish are about 3 inches long. I have used it to make waffles.
2003815
I started with warm water and let it cool to the desired temp. If I noticed that it got too cool I put a towel over the container to keep some heat.
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It depends on the material/substrate that you put the temperature guage on and the heat sourse used. The dial on this is extremely close to the temperature it allows, but can sometimes be 3-4 degrees off, again depending on the substrate. If you pick up an acurite digital thermometer ($12 at wallmart) and place the temperature guage right on the temperature guage of your rhetosthat, you can dial in your temp and hold it within 2 degrees. I have tried several of these, and this specific zilla product is by far the best, most accurite, and most durable one i have used. STAY AWAY FROM ZOO MED. I have had 3 different ones, and all three malfunctioned and almost killed my snakes.
1114432
I believe Ladybug is hard-wired to activate at 95 degrees. It cannot be adjusted.