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    Choosing thermostats

    Now I have an understanding on how heating works in a shelf rack, I need some help on thermostats. I was wondering which herpstat is the best bang for the buck..
    Im thinking the more outlet on the power strip the better, the quality of the herpstat's durability, and the price. I know of course you want good stuff you gotta pay good for it but to balance the 3 things out, which one is the best bang for the buck?

    Also if anyone have had their thermostat break on them without you doing anything wrong to it, please let me know..

    And if you have one that works forever please let me know so I would know which brand to consider.

    Im new to herpstats so sharing your experience and advice would be of you

    I have 4 bps and will have more in the future.. Hoping to spend $100 or under for my first thermostat. Hope I can get a quality one. But if the best bang for the buck costs more, do mention it still please. Thanks you guys

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    Re: Choosing thermostats

    I think if you really want the best bang for your buck you should consider expanding your budget just slightly up to $135.

    This gives you the ability to pick up a Helix or a HerpStat from spider robotics. I haven't tried the full range of thermostats, but in my experience these two are the best. They are also pretty hard to break unless you overload them with wattage. I doubt that is going to be an issue for you.

    I hope this is helpful!

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    Re: Choosing thermostats

    Quote Originally Posted by jkobylka View Post
    I think if you really want the best bang for your buck you should consider expanding your budget just slightly up to $135.

    This gives you the ability to pick up a Helix or a HerpStat from spider robotics. I haven't tried the full range of thermostats, but in my experience these two are the best. They are also pretty hard to break unless you overload them with wattage. I doubt that is going to be an issue for you.

    I hope this is helpful!

    Justin
    Oh herpstat is a brand name? I thought that's what thermostats are called in reptile language

    OK so Helix and Herpstat is your recommendation... Thanks Justin

    I hope to hear more from others.

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    Re: Choosing thermostats

    Do the probes come with the thermostats or do you have to buy separate?

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    Re: Choosing thermostats

    if you buy them pre wired up than there should already be a probe
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