i was wondering if any one knew where i can get a device that will automatically sense and regulate temperatures. in other words something that i can plug one end into a thermometer and one end into a heat lamp so when it gets to hot/cold my heat lamp will turn on/off thanks, bc
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temp control
bc422
Apr 01, 2007 04:21 PM
Replies (2)
Graniteer
Apr 03, 2007 01:03 AM
There's rheostats that you can use. You have to adjust them, I don't know of any plug and play products. Could be wrong though.
Clydesdale
Jun 06, 2007 10:11 AM
Thermostat. That's what you need. Go to the herp supply websites and search around. I use a herpstat and I'd recommend it to anyone. Set-it-and-forget-it kind of thing.
Some things to keep in mind -
1. You get what you pay for. Expect to pay at least $100 for a good one. Pet stores sell some on/off products that are a little "iffy" in my opinion.
2. Proportional is more accurate than on/off. You described a thermostat that turns something on and off. But they make ones that make small incremental adjustments to keep the temperature dead-on.
3. Rheostats need constant adjustment, but with a thermostat you're covered even if the air temperature in your house changes.
