Re: I need some help or advice with the probe on my new reptile basics rack!!!!
Originally Posted by Spaniard
Keep the probe directly on the heat tape, you're going to need to dial in the thermostat a couple degrees higher than what you want in the tubs. I have my thermostat set to 97 right now just to give you an idea. You're also going to want to give it at least 24hrs before you go back to tweek the temps. Takes time for the heat tape to get going.
So the way I have the probe now ontop of a plastic piece is wrong? It has been on for 24 hrs. and Like I said I really have no way of telling exactly how hot the hot side is untill I get the heat gun.