Re: Rack design and heat tape maintenance.
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Originally Posted by
whispersinmyhead
I am just reading a lot of people replacing every 5 years. I am adding the door or at least a section that is easy to remove.
Thanks. I know it lasts a whole especially if it is recessed.
I wonder about the RBI racks if you can replace it. They don't look like you can dismantle.
I don't think I can take the back panel off, but they do have little holes in the side panels so you can access the flexwatt. It's not too bad.
Re: Rack design and heat tape maintenance.
[QUOTE=I used the dynamic simulation tool in the CAD software that I use to test the design. Even with the back panel completely removed the rack could withstand 50 + pounds of force applied to the sides or top with minimal deflection.[/QUOTE]
That is good news. I was planning on using 3/4" stock to make sure it doesn't warp. Also wanted to use plugs over the wood screews. I did that on my large cage and it looked awesome.
The 3/4" stock was also going to help keep the heat in better because it is in a room at 70f.
I think if I have a 3" section at each corner that will help the strength and screw in the back panel to keep it strong instead of a hinge. I won't be back there all the time. This is going to be heavy so I am going to put this on locking casters.