possible soft insulation?

[silent_truth]

Hi, well after building a melamine rack system this past summer, I find that it is not suiting my needs nor is it efficient as far as space is concerned. So, I want to use the same kind of plastic bin racks that I have in my closet, out in the main part of my room. However, the temperature is not as easily controlled in the rest of the room, so I was wondering if there is a type of insulation that I can apply in direct contact with heat tape that would go the length of the plastic rack? This way, I hope to force the heat through the bins instead of allowing some to escape out the back.

Here's a pic of the ones in my closet, so you get an idea of what I'm referring to...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/adam2383/Pets/P1010005.jpg


Oh yeah, I use these for terrestrial geckos, so there is no problem with escapes thus far.

Any advice on a type of insulation is much appreciated.

Thanks,
-Adam

[chameo_liz]

what are the temps of the tape?

Kris

[silent_truth]

I would require a hot side of approx. 90F, which would be located closest to the tape near the back of each bin.

[chameo_liz]

you could take a piece of malimine and glue styro foam insultaion to the back and place it against the back of the unit, just a thought

Kris

[silent_truth]

so there has to be a barrier between the insulation and the heat tape (ie. melamine)? Otherwise, without this barrier it would be a fire hazard?

I guess particle board or something light would work just as well? It would be much lighter in weight.

[Phrasty]

Just please keep in mind the whole fire hazard thing...

What I'd do is look for a fire resistant expanding foam insulation spray...Look at any major hardware stores

Phrasty