Need advice from those of you with a Ball Python room

ok, here is what's in so far. I have not built the unit yet, just installed the exhaust fan to suck out the air near the ceiling into the unit and the duct near the floor where the air will be blown back into the room.

Exhaust fan inside:
https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.n...85490158_n.jpg

Exhaust fan outside:
https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.n...21143994_n.jpg

Duct near the floor:
https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.n...97744051_n.jpg

Looks like a sweet project!

I used insulated form board for my walls and ceiling, it has worked great for use of cleaning and insulation. I have a ceiling fan mounted in the center of the room that stays on low speed all the time. Keeps the temps very stable floor to ceiling. I have a medium exhuast fan mounted in the ceiling that I have on a timer to vent at 2am each day for 20 minutes. This setup has worked well for me for years. Good luck!

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Why the need for air exhaust from the room? Because the air gets stale and will run out of oxygen?

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Originally Posted by sharkrocket

Why the need for air exhaust from the room? Because the air gets stale and will run out of oxygen?

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You don't NEED this type of system. I just liked the idea of having cleaner air for my snakes. The filter will filter out mold spores and, dust and pollen from the air passing through the filter. It also attracts and captures microscopic allergens like pet dander, smoke, household dust and microscopic particles that can carry bacteria, viruses and odors.

quoted from this site : http://www.filtrete.com/wps/portal/3...4529207&rt=rud

Until my custom ductwork is made I have put together a temporary solution. I also wanted to take this opportunity before everything is done to check the airflow. Turns out that even through the filter, this system works amazing!! I honestly couldn't be happier.

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Update:

I ran the filter system from 9:00pm last night till this morning at 7:00am. The temperature in the room dropped approx. 2 degrees Celsius. I have a feeling it's because the duct isn't insulated. So, I'll insulate it this weekend and post an update.

Ok, filtration updates:

1) I wrapped the duct with 14.5' of Exo terra heat cable, regulated by a Herpstat
2) Wrapped the heat cable and flex duct with fire rated insulation and vapour barrier

I'll update the results after 24-48 hours

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Why didn't you just install a fan-filter-heater system that is completely inside the room? It would take up less space and the system would be more efficient at keeping heat in the room

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Originally Posted by towelie4365

Why didn't you just install a fan-filter-heater system that is completely inside the room? It would take up less space and the system would be more efficient at keeping heat in the room

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Well, because I already had all these parts laying around my house from previous jobs. I didn't actually buy anything.

*edit* I didn't buy anything other than the filter

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Originally Posted by Rickys_Reptiles

Ok, filtration updates:

1) I wrapped the duct with 14.5' of Exo terra heat cable, regulated by a Herpstat
2) Wrapped the heat cable and flex duct with fire rated insulation and vapour barrier

I'll update the results after 24-48 hours

http://i750.photobucket.com/albums/x...psd93cabca.jpg

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Alright, I've had the system running for a few days now and I must say, I absolutly LOVE it!!! The temperatures are steady, and perfect. And the air *deep breath* is cleaner than my own house!