AP T8 RHP installation

So I'm gonna be splitting a T8 in half- I noticed that AP uses a "nut" on the outside for their installs. Is this necessary or is screwing the RHP to cage enough on its own?

i don't have a t8, but another black PVC enclosure w/ similar dimensions w/ an 80watt RHP from RBI. i don't think it's necessary to punch holes in the enclosure for nuts that bolt on the outside. the RHP is not that heavy and shorter screws would work fine. or u can use the same screws but a spacer between the RHP and PVC. u can try these two methods, and if it's not sturdy enough for your liking, u can still drill and bolt the nuts.

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Originally Posted by chakup

So I'm gonna be splitting a T8 in half- I noticed that AP uses a "nut" on the outside for their installs. Is this necessary or is screwing the RHP to cage enough on its own?

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When you say "is Screwing the RHP enough" I assume you mean something like a Sheet Rock screw without a nut on the other side. The answer is no unless you want to take a chance of the whole panel falling and killing the snake. I put my nut on the inside so the think screw head is on the outside because I stack my T12's.

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Originally Posted by CALM Pythons

When you say "is Screwing the RHP enough" I assume you mean a Sheet Rock screw without a nut on the other side. The answer is no unless you want to take a chance of the whole panel falling and killing the snake.

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So one answer of yes fine, one of not fine. AP appears to use a single flat nut on one screw only. Any other input?

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Originally Posted by CALM Pythons

When you say "is Screwing the RHP enough" I assume you mean something like a Sheet Rock screw without a nut on the other side. The answer is no unless you want to take a chance of the whole panel falling and killing the snake.

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i would consider that almost a catastrophic failure. a catastrophic failure can happen to a Herpstat and your snake can die as a result.

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Originally Posted by CALM Pythons

I put my nut on the inside so the think screw head is on the outside because I stack my T12's.

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i think that works better.

Edit: i'm not sure about the hardness of the T8/AP PVC's. u might have to use a larger drill to make screw heads sit flush if the material is not malleable. u may also use silicon or sealant to help adhere the RHP to the PCV in addition to the screws as well.

my RHP in my T8 uses only screws and sits securely against the top; been that way for over a year. i don't think it's necessary to use a nut, but any precaution you can take is good.

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Originally Posted by Ax01

i would consider that almost a catastrophic failure. a catastrophic failure can happen to a Herpstat and your snake can die as a result.
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Understood but Im not a gambling man :)
I also have Large panels. 24"Lx15"D. I would never use just a screw myself.
I hear ya about failures even on our Tstats.. but I figure at least I have the Safety shut down & you can double up on Tstats too hahahaha

Just heard back from AP as well- they say RBI are fine without the tnuts, they use them on the pro products as they're heavier. Fortunately for me the two panels I got locally are RBI. The panels weigh next to nothing- though I may go the route of nuts on inside for added security. Thanks everyone.

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