is it ok?

[JPerkins]

I ordered flexwatt heat tape that hasnt arrived yet. Is it ok to use a UTH on a plastic tub with the cover still on the sticky side instead of permently attaching it to the tub? Thank you for the help

[Annarose15]

Yes, it is, as long as you use a thermostat. I usually recommend that my customers not pull the cover off the sticky side so they can transfer the UTH when they upgrade tanks/tubs.

[alexr]

or you can rip the paper off and stick foil on the sticky side instead. transfers heat a little better i would think