Making a DIY tub (thoughts?)
So I just wanted some thoughts on this.
I currently have my 5 month old ball python in a 10 gallon tank. Balancing the pros and cons, I was thinking of moving him over to a tub setup for his size upgrade. He's certainly due for it.
I know everyone has different opinions on tank/tub sizes, but I would like to give him space to move around when he's active at night. I also thought it would be fun to make a small project out of it.
I have a sturdy, 40g industrial sterilite tote ( 35.5" L x 21" W x 17.5" H) on hand that I wouldn't mind making use of, if appropriate. If I did, I want to put a plexiglass window on one side and seal with a safe, non-toxic adhesive. The bottom of the tote has ridges, which I'm not sure would be a dealbreaker or could be modified. Otherwise, the material is durable but still good for heat transfer.
I need to re-measure him, but Dante has since pushed past 3ft and should hit 400g in another couple of weeks. I just want to have the tub/tote set up/tweaked properly beforehand. But before I go cutting this tote up, I wanted to hear from you guys. Otherwise, I'll use it for storage.
1.0 Pumpkin Pied BP, 0.1 Bearded dragon, 1.2 Leopard gecko, 0.1 Ornate Pacman Frog
Re: Making a DIY tub (thoughts?)
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Originally Posted by
Awesomethepossum
I need to re-measure him, but Dante has since pushed past 3ft and should hit 400g in another couple of weeks.
Do re-measure or weigh him again. Just for reference my 4 foot male weighs in at 1150 grams. At 3 feet long he was 900 grams.
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RickyNY
Do re-measure or weigh him again. Just for reference my 4 foot male weighs in at 1150 grams. At 3 feet long he was 900 grams.
Sorry that was a mistype I didn't catch. He's 2 feet, not 3.
1.0 Pumpkin Pied BP, 0.1 Bearded dragon, 1.2 Leopard gecko, 0.1 Ornate Pacman Frog
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Originally Posted by
bcr229
I don't know what you mean by ridges on the bottom, but if they would prevent the heat from transferring from a UTH through the bottom of the tub then I wouldn't use it.
Hefty makes a slightly smaller clear tub where the lid is held on securely with four latches and it has a smooth bottom. Lowes sells it for $20.
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Hefty-25-Ga...Lid/1000505547
Here's a picture. An uneven bottom would have been a better way to describe it. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...22858399e0.jpg
1.0 Pumpkin Pied BP, 0.1 Bearded dragon, 1.2 Leopard gecko, 0.1 Ornate Pacman Frog
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Originally Posted by
JodanOrNoDan
You really want something with a smooth bottom.
I'll modify the bottom as well.
This can be viewed as unnecessary work- I know there are a lot of less complicated options out there, but I want to see what this'll turn out like. If I botch it (which is possible, as I've never built anything before..) at least it's a lesson learned.
1.0 Pumpkin Pied BP, 0.1 Bearded dragon, 1.2 Leopard gecko, 0.1 Ornate Pacman Frog
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JodanOrNoDan
You really want something with a smooth bottom.
Sorry to hijack, but can I ask why this is preferred? I kept a male boa in a tote similar to this for years with no issues.
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ladywhipple02
Sorry to hijack, but can I ask why this is preferred? I kept a male boa in a tote similar to this for years with no issues.
A smooth-bottom tub can maintain even contact with the heat tape so you get more even heat transfer.
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bcr229
A smooth-bottom tub can maintain even contact with the heat tape so you get more even heat transfer.
Thank you! This is honestly the first time I've heard about this, but makes complete sense.
