Eryk,

I have 2 Ranco's (same model) as yours. I have not had problems with either of them....but I do like my Herpstats better. I had to insulate the temp cords on both Ranco's by winding up the wire as much as possible and using a meat packing styrofoam cover Like the little black styrofoam trays that hamburger meat is sold on) to the back of the cage with electrical tape for wire for the probes. Try placing the unit as close to the cage as possible. I do have to set the temp higher on the thermostat for the Rancos than the Herpstat. For example the temp on the unit is set for 94 degrees /- 1 degree to achieve the desired temp of 80 degrees where the probe is located inside the cage. I check the temp where the probe is located with a temp gun. Once I figured out how much deviation there was in the warm spot to the setting I could easily adjust the thermostat. I use Flexwatt on the those enclosures with no dimmer. Try not to use extension cords as they too reduce the amount of power needed to deliver the proper current. For future purchases of thermostats I will choose Herpstats.

Linda

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