Belly heat

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.

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?

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

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Originally Posted by mpkeelee

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

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Not that I have found.

Either side will work.

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

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.