Think about it like this. Yes, one side of the heating pad may be a little cooler than the other (mine is about the same). However, the inside of the glass will be a different temp than the "hot" side of the pad. You have to measure with a thermometer, then dial in with the thermostat. As im sure you know, if the t-stat gets dislodged, things can get too hot...

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