Quote Originally Posted by Dragnbaron View Post
Is it on a dimmer? Could be a problem with the dimmer. Wirign can cause an issue if it's not the right kind of solder (if you soldered). I used plublind solder with lead and silver in it. Messy, but i tape over than anyway... I have never used clips.
No I'm using an Alife 1000watt thermostat. Probably shouldve sprung for the helix. Anyways I dont think its the thermostat thats the problem because even when I plug the heat tape straight into the outlet it isnt going above 80 and I used the connectors I didnt solder