Herpstat failure likelihood?

[Reinz]

If my setup now fails in the on state, the dimmers regulate output so no burns will occur. I'm worried if I get a herpstat 4, if it fails as a whole unit, I'll have to cages with no heat at all.


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It depends on the situation.

Ive been using dimmers for 3 years or so and have had the dimmers change output due to mini power surges in my house.

Twice now, the temp was 98 degrees in two different tanks. Fortunately I check on temps at least twice a day.

Countless times the temps have dropped well below 88-90. But that appears to be in the spring and summer with the A/C kicking on and off repeatedly during the day.

Fortunately, my last tank is about to be replaced by an AP A-25 with another Herpstat.

I have peace of mind with all of my enclosures which are on Herstats. I still check on them at twice daily, and have never had issues yet. Money well spent.


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