I'm am so tired of fluctuating temps!!!

Alright, i have finally decided to get a rubbermaid because the temps in my 20 gal. just keep fluctuating even with a thermostat. It is a Ranco so it turns on and off. And I also cant get the cool side to stay at the right temps. Ok, now for my questions, I think a sterilite 1956 tub would be perfect for her right now beacuse my bp is only a bit longer than 2 ft. And once she outgrew it I could use it for my corn, because she would be big enough by then. http://www.sterilite.com/Category.ht...uctCategory=39#
Or do you guys think I should just invest in the 1960 that will last her forever and just add extra stuff to make her feel secure enough? Also, if I did get the 1960, how much flexwatt would I need? I already have 1 ft. Thanks everybody!
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Might sound like a little much but I would just get a thermostat. $70 and you can keep multiple cages in a rack system at the right temps as long as their the same size. Just a thought

I already have a thermostat, a Ranco, but because it is an on/off t-stat, the temps fluctuate at about 5 degrees. The hot side goes from 88-93, cool side is either too hot or too cold. That is why I want a tub. And I dont have enough money to get a proportional t-stat.

the ranco will do fine. probe placement is critical. either tub will do fine, i'm partial to smaller tubs for smaller snakes. the tubs don't cost much to upgrade sizes. 1 ft. of 11" heat tape should heat either tub. then you have to experiment with how many holes to get the humidity right.



vaughn

I'm using the 40 quart 1986 model. I like it because it has snapping locks. Although 1984 might be better for smaller snakes, even though it is a bit tall:


http://www.sterilite.com/Category.ht...uctCategory=35

I have my 200+ gram females in there and even a 1600 gram female in one.
The smaller girls have 3 hides, the large girl has a small kitty litter pan that is big enough that she sort of thermoregulates herself inside of it, yet still feels secure because it's so dark in there.

I'm using a Ranco thermostat and 1 foot of 11" flexwatt for each tub.

I can vouch for the 1986 models too, they work great and have just enough room for a few hides and a water bowl. I have a 550g female in one and a 1250g female in one. Both are quite happy and eat to their heart's content.

1986 model's rock that's what I use for all my bp's

The tubs rock! I am using both the 1986 and 1960's all are on one t-stat. Very easy to control and doesn't break the bank to purchase!



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Originally Posted by rabernet

I'm using the 40 quart 1986 model. I like it because it has snapping locks. Although 1984 might be better for smaller snakes, even though it is a bit tall:


http://www.sterilite.com/Category.ht...uctCategory=35

I have my 200+ gram females in there and even a 1600 gram female in one.
The smaller girls have 3 hides, the large girl has a small kitty litter pan that is big enough that she sort of thermoregulates herself inside of it, yet still feels secure because it's so dark in there.

I'm using a Ranco thermostat and 1 foot of 11" flexwatt for each tub.

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thanks Rab and everyone else! Does anyone know if you can get the 1986 model from Wal-Mart? I might be getting it tonight so....

Yep, WalMart carries them and they are around $7.

I just got one from Walmart for like 7.98 or so. I was wondering, im am going to be using aspen as a substrate, does anyone know about how many holes to drill to start off with? It is the 1986 model.

Start off with about 1 row of 10 or 12 along each long side and then on the short ends, do 2 rows of 2 for 8 holes total on each short side. That should give you a good starting point.

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Originally Posted by SatanicIntention

Start off with about 1 row of 10 or 12 along each long side and then on the short ends, do 2 rows of 2 for 8 holes total on each short side. That should give you a good starting point.

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Ok, thanks a lot everyone!

Ok, so it is all set up and the humidity is perfect. I am just waiting for the temps to rise up. Q: I have a ranco t-stat, what do you guys have your t-stat set at? My probe is hooked directly to the flexwatt.

sometimes with the rancos/johnson controls stats if you tape the probe directly to the flex, it will cycle on/off alot. i've had good luck using plastic wire ties and securing the probe inside the cage/tub. i would secure the probe down low next to or on the cage floor. set my stat to 90-94 and check and see what the temps are and adjust accordingly. alot will depend on room temp, how many vent holes, how big of a heat source,etc.



vaughn

Cool. Thanks everyone!

Well now i just need to get the cool side temps up about 10 degrees. any ideas?

what are the room temps the tub is in? your cool side should not be any colder than your room? if in a colder room, you may need to get a 2nd uth for the cool side.



vaughn