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.
1077677
This heating pad has three settings, low, medium, and high. On any setting, even "low", the heating pad will shut off automatically if it gets too hot. To prevent possible injury to a sleeping person, there is no settable override of this feature. But a user can turn a just shut-down pad back on if he/she wishes. So anyone who is awake can in practice keep the pad producing heat.
1436379
Don't use mine very much, but never had a heat issue. If the switch isn't working I would return it.
110273
I use a silicon rest pad when I iron and place the iron horizontally on the rest pad when I reach for water and starch or make adjustments and hanging.. I have used many various brands of irons. Some that had "auto turn off" that I found frustrating. When the iron is rested on the silicone pad it does not automatically turn off or cool down. I am not talking about this iron pad. I have 2 and each is the same.
842736
Yea the pad is hot to touch when plugged in. Works great for heating thick oil in cold climates.
338526
Hi, there are several sizes, make sure you are selecting the size you want. If this is your first time with this heat pad I will explain a little. The Thermophore Classic is the largest. It is different from the MAXHeat models. The classics utilize a safety switch system. You must be holding the switch continually to keep the pad heated. The pad gets VERY VERY hot. I like Hot & it's too hot for me to keep on. I keep it on my bed & lie down on it at night. The pad heats up almost instantly, this feature is fantastic. I hold the switch down a few times before going to sleep. On a rare occasion I have taped the switch to the on position but doing this can be very dangerous. The MAXHeat pads come in sizes like the classic. I have one of those also. The difference is the switch. It will turn on, then has an internal timer that cycles off then on again. I believe it's every 20 min. I have neuropathy in my feet. I put this heating pad on top of a blanket to keep it from touching my feet or skin directly. It would cause burning for sure. I recommend the 14 x 27 sizes.
1448041
It will automatically cycle between heating and cooling modes. If you hit the heat threshold, it will call for heat. If you hit the cool threshold, it will call for cool. It doesn't have a heat or cool mode - it's full auto.
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.
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.
278283
#8 is the highest and now the remote control only allows#6 and no higher. It is a nice heating pad despite this problem. I did not program it for everything so I cannot answer honestly about automatic turn off, etc. Mine is never on more than 30 min. at a time.
852515
It heats continuously, but a very low, subtle heat. For our purposes, using it in a small modified dog house for our cats, it was perfect. The inside of the house stayed a bit warmer when the mat was plugged in. I believe the pad might become warmer when it's being used.
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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
1000307
The main reason I bought it was to plug in my 80 year old mom's heating pad. I was afraid there might be a problem, so originally I only let her do it at highway speeds. Since then we have used it on the low power setting while idling and found no issue. We have also used it while plugging in my GPS and or phone. I have had no issues at all.
272667
Not sure about the watts. I checked the box it doesn't say. The auto turn off cannot be changed. I think it's a safety measure. It can be adjusted from 86 - 168. It is a great heating pad. I really like it.
2178348
I returned it. I wouldn't recommend it. If you are looking for a heating pad - go with the original . There is also a "shawl" size heating pad that is nice - its kinda like a blanket.
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
1283589
No. It does not hav automatic switch off. It doesn't get over heated so fast, depends on load and time