Belly heat

[Kyle1989]

I have my rack system setup so the heat tape is covering almost the whole floor of the tub how hot should I keep it.

[PitOnTheProwl]

It should only cover about 1/3 of the floor. Temp gun it to see what the temps are on the floor right over it. Some will have more drop than others. 89-93 is good
What are you using to control your heat source?

[mpkeelee]

does it matter what side of the heat tape is facing up or can either side face up??

the heat should only cover about 1/3 of the tub so they can thermoregulate. 90-93 for the heat tape for the hot spot and it should raise ur ambient temps up

[PitOnTheProwl]

does it matter what side of the heat tape is facing up or can either side face up??

Not that I have found.

[TheWinWizard]

Either side will work.

[mpkeelee]

thanks guys, sorry OP wasnt trying to hijack, just thought it would fit in here.

[Kyle1989]

I know that some breeders have the temp the same through the whole tub with no hide just a bowl water and thats what I would like to do.