Heat

[PitOnTheProwl]

No, thermostats are only used for higher output mats...I did not like installing the damn things, they have been nothing but trouble since I have had them, I have had to completely modify my enclosures...almost had URI on my hands, luckily I check daily and was able to fix things when the damned thing malfunctioned and gave my retic a basking spot of 79F. I never had any issues when I just put the damn pad onto the enclosure in proportion to the out put of heat I desired, bu utility bills speak for themselves and a t-stat was necessary. I finally have them all set to what I want and they are holding heat well...but not as good as me by no means. Smaller heat pads are unregulated because the max temp is 96F.

They are for ALL heat sources that your retile can come in contact with
Just because YOU couldn't get a stat set up properly sure doesn't mean you tell other people not to use one.
And just for your information the smaller ones can run up to about 120 degrees.

I can take photos for you and I know you have already seen what a good belly burn looks like from an unregulated heat source.