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Hello,

Would anyone know the appropriate length of 11" (20 watt)heat tape to use in a 5 cu. ft. freezer incubator? Also, I noticed that with the instructions for the heat tape that they recommend the tape temp. is no higher than 95 deg. If you open the door to the incubator for any period of time, the tape must receive full power (unknown temp.)until the thermostat acknowledges the temp. is just about right. Any thoughts???

Thanks again,
Glenn Smith

GO 2 MILLER-LITTLEGIANT.COM and get there parts dept and get yourself 2 of their heating elements for $10 each they are perfect for a 5 cu ft incubator
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y8/GotBallz/FINISHEDINCUBATORWITHTUB.jpg
that is my url for the incubator i built

Thanks for the reply! Are they hard-wired or can I plug them right into a Helix?

actually you have to wire them yourself go to walmart and get 2 15 ft replacement cords in the electrical section of hardware the hardware dept splice the wires together then use a wirenut on each splice i can send you a diagram if u leave me your email

Hello,

Thanks for the replies! I think I can wire that without trouble. Nice pics by the way! That is exactly what I want.

Thanks again,
Glenn