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    I have kind of a noob question...

    I am wanting to begin my setup of the UTH with a Helix T-stat. I know Helix is said to be the best but do they make them with 2 probes? I don't know how much I trust 1 probe for 2 pads even if they are the "same" pad. How good can quality control be from one to the other?

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    Re: I have kind of a noob question...

    Hi,

    It is fairly common to use a single thermostat to control a whole rack.

    I would, however, always recommend running things for a day or so to get the temps dialled in correctly. This should let you see if you need to worry about anything.
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    Re: I have kind of a noob question...

    So one probe for 2 pads on identicle cages should be fine?

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    Re: I have kind of a noob question...

    Quote Originally Posted by Spike89 View Post
    So one probe for 2 pads on identicle cages should be fine?

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    yes just monitor both temps


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    You can also buy separate probed digital thermometers I use them, along with the thermostat probes, for the most accurate read.
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    Re: I have kind of a noob question...

    Quote Originally Posted by NH93 View Post
    You can also buy separate probed digital thermometers I use them, along with the thermostat probes, for the most accurate read.
    Agreed
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