Which one are you asking about - the "each tub temperature tailored to the species" or the "central thermostatic control" method.



"Central" implies a single temperature setpoint. Meaning all cages in the room see the same ambient temp. For example, some folks cool an entire room to 55 deg using a window A/C unit on a thermostat.



As for a rack system with different temps for different tubs, I do not know how you would accomplish that without great expense.



The best way I know how is a big plywood box with an enclosure heater like the one pictured. It is 20 watts. If the ambient temp outside the box is colder than 50 deg, this heater can be used to maintain 50 deg for example for montane species. You could have another box and heater for 55 deg for other snakes.






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Mark

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