How to properly attatch probe to heat tape? Also, dimmer?

Yeah, I guess I forgot to mention that I've been using it with no problems too. I don't know their reasoning behind it though.

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Originally Posted by Focal X

Yeah, I guess I forgot to mention that I've been using it with no problems too. I don't know their reasoning behind it though.

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I think its cause most herpstats arent grounded, and im guessing the probe could cause a short if the cover were to become worn down.

Another Reason why i use Johnsons as their always grounded and i dont have to worry about that stuff.

I used duct tape. Works fine.

Of course, I use duct tape for just about everything since I caught that big sale. :D

Plastic, rubber, soft based tapes tend to melt into a real mess when used in heat tape applications. Especially duct tape.

We have used the foil tape for many years with no issues. Sticks well, wears well, and works over the long term.

That said, we secure most of our thermo probes using zip ties, no tape.

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Originally Posted by Robyn@SYR

Plastic, rubber, soft based tapes tend to melt into a real mess when used in heat tape applications. Especially duct tape.

We have used the foil tape for many years with no issues. Sticks well, wears well, and works over the long term.

That said, we secure most of our thermo probes using zip ties, no tape.

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There is crummy duct tape, and then there is the good stuff.

The kind I use comes from a heating supply company. It isn't just stickum like most of the cheap stuff you find out there. It handles the heat from my furnace just fine, and that is what it's made to handle--heat.

I know what you mean about some duct tape. I've bought some before at discount stores and it was little more than glorified masking tape. Wouldn't stay on the aluminum ductwork at all, or even on a hot glass window. (don't ask-it's embarrasing) But I've checked the surface temps of my furnace ductwork where I have the good stuff in use and having found them to exceed the temp of my flexwatt, which is set to 94 degrees to maintain a surface hot spot of 90. I have a temp gun, check the tubs periodically, and it works.

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Originally Posted by Redneck_Crow

Wouldn't stay on the aluminum ductwork at all, or even on a hot glass window. (don't ask-it's embarrasing)

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It's ok, I was a college student once, that used to be THE way to keep the curtains up! XD

Seriously though, what brand duct tape is that? I need something for non-snake applications that can stand up to warm metal. Sounds great to me...!

I had problems with black electrical tape. Heat doesn't do good things to it, in my opinion. It peels off eventually. Some people may not ever have a problem with it, but I did.

I use packing tape. Doesn't warp, the tape doesn't even feel warm to the touch, when holding the probe up against the UTH. I was afraid I'd come home from a vacation I took recently to find the tape fallen off and my probe on the floor and my snake being cooked to death. Didn't happen, held up nicely. There are other options of course, but I personally like packing tape.

I use either the aluminum tape or the thin silver colored pressure/heat sensitive tape for duct work. The latter sticks so well that it's nearly impossible to remove.

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Originally Posted by Foschi Exotic Serpents

I use either the aluminum tape or the thin silver colored pressure/heat sensitive tape for duct work. The latter sticks so well that it's nearly impossible to remove.

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I've heard from several different people on here that aluminum tape conducts heat a little bit too well, and can give the probe false readings.

But if it works for you, then go for it.

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Originally Posted by darkbloodwyvern

It's ok, I was a college student once, that used to be THE way to keep the curtains up! XD

Seriously though, what brand duct tape is that? I need something for non-snake applications that can stand up to warm metal. Sounds great to me...!

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http://www.amazon.com/3M-1160-HT-Tem.../dp/B001140TS2

This stuff is rated for 200 degrees, and I've used it to hold a split radiator hose 'till I could get my truck into the garage. (two weeks :oops: ) If anyone is heating their snakes over 200 degrees, then they're planning on eating them.