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  • 02-03-2009, 08:35 PM
    jrosen123
    temperature fluctuation
    Hey

    I have a question regarding temperature fluctuation in my tank.

    What is the most the tank should fluctuate during the day?

    On the hot side it seems to vary between 89 F and 94 F

    It seems like this is too much.

    any suggestions and replies would be gretaly appreciated

    Thanks
  • 02-03-2009, 08:41 PM
    Kaorte
    Re: temperature fluctuation
    What is your heat source? How are you controlling it? How are you measuring it?

    Generally, your hot side shouldn't fluctuate more that +or- 3 degrees
  • 02-03-2009, 11:05 PM
    Argentra
    Re: temperature fluctuation
    Temps should not fluctuate unless you're not using a controlling device, or have a rheostat instead of a thermostat. :)

    EVERY snake enclosure needs a thermostat to control the heat. Without it, temps fluctuate at best and spike to over 100 at worst.

    Let us know the rundown of your tank: heat source, how it's controlled, how you measure temps, substrate, etc. With that info, we can help you reduce fluctuations. :)
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