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    flexwatt questions

    ok so I finally got wise and got some flexwatt tape for my bins. my father-in-law is an electrician so he is going to help me make all the necessary connections, etc.

    my big question is this : in a few parts

    (I have bins that are 38"x20"x7".)

    1. I ordered 4 11" sections of flexwatt. I have the connections for 2.
    *are 2 panels too much for one bin if they are on different dimmer switches?

    *can I wire up 2 panels on the same switch or do they have to have their own?


    I guess this is where I beg for someone to find me a GOOD link to help me out since I'm technologically challenged.

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    Re: flexwatt questions

    No, two panels aren't too much especially if they're on two different controllers. Becky (SatanicIntention) just told me about a setup that involves two 11" panels with one on a dimmer, but both are hooked up to a thermostat. This allows a perfect cool/warm gradient.

    Anyway, multiple panels can be connected in parallel or in series, but I believe the most common method is in parallel. Here's a link on how to do it: http://www.beanfarm.com/heating/Flexwatt_parallel.pdf

    Your father-in-law should be about to solder the connections. Let me know if you need more specific info.

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