If I am keeping the chick in a plastic trough, is this safe enough so as not to melt the plastic base/sides?
1642464
It does not get that hot where it would melt anything.This is the greatest thing. perfectly safe for anywhere. my chicks only used it for two weeks, i did have a brooder light on, 100 watt regular bulb, but that was only so they could see. It was a good investment, especially when they are first born.
1642465
The brooder doesn't get hot, just warm. When it's on you can easily handle it without protecting your hands and the chicks won't burn when they're under it or on it.
1642466
Yes it is safe to use in a plastic Tupperware container with pine shavings in it.
1642467
Yes you can, it doesn't get hot enough, the heat radiates from the bottom and it is just a nice warm heat, not hot.
1642468
I keep my new chicks and EcoGlow in a stock tank (plastic) and there was no problem.
1642469
Yes, you can use it in a plastic trough. It doesn't get hot. You can put your hand on it and it is only warm to touch. My chicks love it!
834852
I'm pretty sure no....there is rubber on bottom that could possibly melt. I would call the company.
203108
I dont think so, the plastic is pretty thin. I think it would melt. I never tried it.
1838299
thanks for the information. Just curious why prefer glass container than plastic since the incubating temperature is so low. We are not cooking it with high temperature.
1949711
I don't see why not. This is essentially like a heating blanket for a bottle. It's literally made of the same type of concept. The drop in would be in the plastic bottle, so you shouldn't have any issue with potential melting.
1528059
It looks to be the same as a paint can, only smaller. I would think a glass jar would work... not sure if it would melt plastic.
520998
I don't think so...it melted in the dishwasher and mine then started to leak so obviously it's cheap plastic. I would say it's not safe to leave in a hot car then either.
1178560
I used it as such recently when we had those sub zero degree days. Keep in mind that it does not get SUPER hot, so though it wont melt right through the plastic, if left on for a long period of time (days/weeks), it can destroy the integrity of the plastic and possibly make it "droopy" or bend slightly as the cable has some weight to it. I'd say , fom experiance, if such a pipe is freezing and/or frozen, using it to thaw the pipe should cause no issues. I'll check the installation guide that came with it and if it happens to say different, I will repost. FYI : it works great on standard copper piping and such. I used it as such recently when we had those sub zero degree days. Keep in mind that it does not get SUPER hot, so though it wont melt right through the plastic, if left on for a long period of time (days/weeks), it can destroy the integrity of the plastic and possibly make it "droopy" or bend slightly as the cable has some weight to it. I'd say , fom experiance, if such a pipe is freezing and/or frozen, using it to thaw the pipe should cause no issues. I'll check the installation guide that came with it and if it happens to say different, I will repost. FYI : it works great on... » Read More I used it as such recently when we had those sub zero degree days. Keep in mind that it does not get SUPER hot, so though it wont melt right through the plastic, if left on for a long period of time (days/weeks), it can destroy the integrity of the plastic and possibly make it "droopy" or bend slightly as the cable has some weight to it. I'd say , fom experiance, if such a pipe is freezing and/or frozen, using it to thaw the pipe should cause no issues. I'll check the installation guide that came with it and if it happens to say different, I will repost. FYI : it works great on standard copper piping and such. « Show Less
1832770
It's all plastic. The air for drying is warm but not hot do should be fine with plastic.
1427232
No it doesn't melt it is hard plastic I put my 425 degree straightener in it right after using it and haven't ever had a problem
1413217
I would oly use it with metal. It did not get overly hot but I would to take the chance with plastic. Maureen
570585
There is plastic inside and the friction creates heat. I think it relies on the liquid being pumped to cool it down and not melt the plastic. I would not use it to pump anything more then luke warm.I pumped more than 100 gal of heavy liquid 8' high in few hours and it's still working.
1861237
I think you would be ok for a few years (depending on where you live) keeping it in the elements. Having lived in AZ and seeing the effects of high heat on everything, you may want to think about the plastic parts being exposed to extreme temperatures (if you live in such an area).
202827
yes. but you don't want to get the whole thing wet before you freeze it. just a corner. otherwise your baby will be soaked when it melts.
1652929
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
1053078
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.
1735667
It's plastic... But mine doesn't show any signs of melting. I won't claim to be the most thorough though. So it might melt if you clean too long.