AP Cage Questions

[zee-man]

I thought I'd just post in this thread instead of making a brand new one since it pertains to the same enclosure. I've been searching the past few days for an answer seemingly to no avail.

Can someone give a definitive answer regarding whether or not 12" heat tape the length of the tank is a sufficient heat source in a room that maintains approximately 68-70 year round? My reading other threads appears to recommend the 12" tape the entire length whichI assume with a call to AP they can make the necessary cut.

Second, humidity. I've read threads that say the T8 holds humidity well and others it doesn't hold it well at all. Assume the home isnt a greenhouse...does the T8 hold humidity or not?

Thanks much.

Edit: I've seen the mega thread of the T8 setup. Read through most of it bit will admit finding information gets tedious amongst the general conversation. But I did make the effort.