Interested in racks

[BHReptiles]

I really liked that one! But tht would be one hell of a trip

I know, right? They are based in CA and I'm in Texas...it would cost me twice as much in gas, food, and hotel expenses than to just get two of the 3 tubs!

[BHReptiles]

FedEx just delivered my racks! As soon as I get them opened and get some pictures, I'll add a review.

[BHReptiles]

I'll start by saying that I ordered a CB-70 rack and a Sweaterbox rack from Reptile Basics on Tuesday. With my order, I ordered some heat tape for my incubator and some snugger hides for my big normal girl. My racks and supplies were shipped on Wednesday and arrived via FedEx this morning (Saturday). That's a very fast turnaround time and shipping time! I was very impressed. I honestly thought I would be waiting a few weeks for my racks.

I moved the boxes into my bedroom where I keep my snakes, so pardon the clutter! First is the two boxes that the racks were shipped in. I went ahead and opened the hides and heat tape in the living room because someone in my family wanted the box for Christmas ornaments. Here's the racks:



I opened the box on top and this is what I saw: The rack was very snug in the box, so there is no way it could have been moving while in transit. The foam squares in the corners made sure of that. The empty spaces on the sides were FULL of packing peanuts. I had no idea just how many were in there until I lifted the rack out of the box. I got packing peanuts EVERYWHERE and it took me a good while to pick them up. The box was well padded. Even though I would have liked the air pocket type of packing, this was functional and kept the box from moving.



After pulling the rack out of the box and picking up the packing peanuts that escaped, I took a good look at the packing around the rack. The tubs were snug into the rack with the saran wrap stuff to hold the tubs in.



Once the saran wrap was removed, I inspected the racks. They are very sturdy and there were no scratches or chips from shipping. It looked perfect! Inside the first tub was the little pegs to keep the tubs from moving (pictured in another image) and instructions on the rack itself about how to clean it, regulate heat, etc.



I removed the first tub to get a picture of the size of the tub and to examine heat tape. Here's a couple of pictures of the heat tape. The PVC is recessed so there's no way the racks can rub the tape. The end with the wiring is held down by foil tape. It looks well-put together.





Now, I didn't go through the same process with the sweaterbox rack, but it was just as well packaged and equally as perfect as the CB-70 rack. Here's the two stacked together with the little tub pins to keep them from sliding out.



As far as tubs are concerned, I LOVE the Iris tubs over Sterilite. Right now, my 2000g normal girl is in a lone 41 qt Sterilite tub. I bought the CB-70 rack for her and my two other girls when they get bigger. The Iris tubs are thicker and much more sturdy. Overall they are just a better quality tub. Here's the Iris tub first, followed by the tub that Tabitha is currently in.





The only thing about these racks that I don't like are the little pins are plastic and can easily pop off with enough force (force created by me tugging on it...not a snake trying to get out). I might replace those later if I can find something better. But overall I love the rack. It's build well and very sturdy. I have not plugged in the racks yet. My Herpstat 2 should be in today so once it's in I'll hook everyone up and try out the heat tape. But so far, I'm very satisfied!

[3skulls]

Damn that was fast!!

Would the iris tub fit in the 41q slot?

Thanks for the pics and write up.

[BHReptiles]

Damn that was fast!!

Would the iris tub fit in the 41q slot?

Thanks for the pics and write up.

Hm. I'm not sure. I just had the 41qt tub sitting out by itself.

The CB-70 tub dimensions: 17 3/4"W x 33 1/2"L x 6"H
The Sterilite 41qt tub dimensions: 34 7/8" L x 16 5/8" W x 6 1/8" H

So, I doubt it would fit. Even though the 41qt is taller and longer (which wouldn't be too much of a problem...you would just have a large air gap so you couldn't keep small snakes or babies in it), the CB-70 is wider so it might not fit in the slot.

[3skulls]

Oh ok. I really dislike the 41q tub.

[BHReptiles]

Oh ok. I really dislike the 41q tub.

then you'll love the CB-70 tub! I thought I liked the 41qt tub until today!

[3skulls]

I'm going with some type of iris rack next.

[BHReptiles]

I'm going with some type of iris rack next.

So far I love it. Got the heat tape running and so far so good!