AP T8 RHP installation

[chakup]

So I'm gonna be splitting a T8 in half- I noticed that AP uses a "nut" on the outside for their installs. Is this necessary or is screwing the RHP to cage enough on its own?

[Ax01]

i don't have a t8, but another black PVC enclosure w/ similar dimensions w/ an 80watt RHP from RBI. i don't think it's necessary to punch holes in the enclosure for nuts that bolt on the outside. the RHP is not that heavy and shorter screws would work fine. or u can use the same screws but a spacer between the RHP and PVC. u can try these two methods, and if it's not sturdy enough for your liking, u can still drill and bolt the nuts.

[CALM Pythons]

So I'm gonna be splitting a T8 in half- I noticed that AP uses a "nut" on the outside for their installs. Is this necessary or is screwing the RHP to cage enough on its own?

When you say "is Screwing the RHP enough" I assume you mean something like a Sheet Rock screw without a nut on the other side. The answer is no unless you want to take a chance of the whole panel falling and killing the snake. I put my nut on the inside so the think screw head is on the outside because I stack my T12's.

[chakup]

When you say "is Screwing the RHP enough" I assume you mean a Sheet Rock screw without a nut on the other side. The answer is no unless you want to take a chance of the whole panel falling and killing the snake.

So one answer of yes fine, one of not fine. AP appears to use a single flat nut on one screw only. Any other input?

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[Ax01]

When you say "is Screwing the RHP enough" I assume you mean something like a Sheet Rock screw without a nut on the other side. The answer is no unless you want to take a chance of the whole panel falling and killing the snake.

i would consider that almost a catastrophic failure. a catastrophic failure can happen to a Herpstat and your snake can die as a result.

I put my nut on the inside so the think screw head is on the outside because I stack my T12's.

i think that works better.

Edit: i'm not sure about the hardness of the T8/AP PVC's. u might have to use a larger drill to make screw heads sit flush if the material is not malleable. u may also use silicon or sealant to help adhere the RHP to the PCV in addition to the screws as well.

[tttaylorrr]

my RHP in my T8 uses only screws and sits securely against the top; been that way for over a year. i don't think it's necessary to use a nut, but any precaution you can take is good.

[CALM Pythons]

i would consider that almost a catastrophic failure. a catastrophic failure can happen to a Herpstat and your snake can die as a result.
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Understood but Im not a gambling man
I also have Large panels. 24"Lx15"D. I would never use just a screw myself.
I hear ya about failures even on our Tstats.. but I figure at least I have the Safety shut down & you can double up on Tstats too hahahaha

[chakup]

Just heard back from AP as well- they say RBI are fine without the tnuts, they use them on the pro products as they're heavier. Fortunately for me the two panels I got locally are RBI. The panels weigh next to nothing- though I may go the route of nuts on inside for added security. Thanks everyone.

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