Cutting 11" Flexwatt - Can I cut just anywhere?

[SquamishSerpents]

Probably a stupid question, but I'd always rather be safe instead of sorry! Especially when it comes to electricity.

So I have 2 different types of Flexwatt.

"The usual" kind I've been getting from my supplier; obviously this type can only be cut on the markings.



And I just received more of it, but the 11" looks like the 4" this time, it doesn't have the zig-zags. Does this mean I can cut anywhere, as long as I don't cut through the black parts?



Hopefully my boa will be all set up in his new enclosure tonight; the heat is just one of the finishing touches!

[satomi325]

And I just received more of it, but the 11" looks like the 4" this time, it doesn't have the zig-zags. Does this mean I can cut anywhere, as long as I don't cut through the black parts?



Hopefully my boa will be all set up in his new enclosure tonight; the heat is just one of the finishing touches!

Yup. Just cut along the clear areas between the black parts. Just like the 4inch kind.

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[interloc]

Yup. Just cut along the clear areas between the black parts. Just like the 4inch kind.

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[SquamishSerpents]

Thanks, I was 99% sure I could cut where ever But just wanted to make sure

[The Serpent Merchant]

If it has the zig-zag you have to cut it where it is marked to do so. If it has straight lines than you can cut anywhere (just not through the black)

[RestlessRobie]

X3 just make sure you dont cut into the black bars youll be fine I have several different lengths of 11in all cut this way and working fine

[Mike41793]

Does anbody else cut there flexwatt with a paper cutter just so both sides are as straight and even as possible lol...? When i use scissors it didnt come out as clean and even though i only see it when i check it every month or so it still bothers me lol.

[SquamishSerpents]

I just used scissors, lol.

Does anybody know why there are 2 different types of 11" the zig-zag ones really piss me off, lol.

[The Serpent Merchant]

Just different styles.

The zig-zag allows for a higher density of heating element vs the straight stuff. This means that the manufacturer can use a slightly less powerful heating element (cheaper) on the zig-zag style but achieve the same heat output.

[The Serpent Merchant]

Does anbody else cut there flexwatt with a paper cutter just so both sides are as straight and even as possible lol...? When i use scissors it didnt come out as clean and even though i only see it when i check it every month or so it still bothers me lol.

I've used a paper cutter before...