A thermostat is not optional when using heating pads. Not only are you endangering your snake, but they are also a major fire risk. Unregulated heating pads can and will achieve temperatures of 130+ degrees. Proper heat is essential for taking care of reptiles.
This thread goes over cage heating, and recommends good thermostats in all price ranges. Whatever you do avoid the junk sold in pet stores.
http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...t-Thermometers
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