Where would the best place to put the probe for the thermo reading?

[Simon17]

This is my new viv for my jcp and im going to put in the thermometer probe so i can see the exact reading, but where would the best place be?? Its a ceramic bulb in this!

[SnakeyJay]

Directly under the ceramic at it's basking spot level.. And one in the cool end. :)

[infernalis]

Just get a temp gun.

[Simon17]

Just get a temp gun.

I take it the temp gun would be much better, rather than having x2 digital thermometers?

[Simon17]

Directly under the ceramic at it's basking spot level.. And one in the cool end. :)


Thats what ive done with the top viv for my bp, just wasnt to sure on the new viv as its rather bigger, lol :)

[infernalis]

I take it the temp gun would be much better, rather than having x2 digital thermometers?

With a temp gun, you can measure the temps anywhere in the cage, the animal itself, the water bowl and your morning tea all in a matter of seconds.

I have about 45 vivs, so that would mean needing 45 thermometers, or one temp gun.. it was an easy decision.

[infernalis]

Here ya go......

http://www.ssnakess.com/forums/general-enclosure-discussion/93302-temperature-guns.html

http://www.varanus.us/husbandry/tempgun.jpg

[Gungirl]

As long as your heat source is on a thermostat you do not need thermometers just a temp gun. Just never run any heat source without a thermostat. Place the thermostat probe in the hottest place the animal can get. ( right under the light on a perch or right on top of a heat mat) If you do this you will have no issues.

[Simon17]

With a temp gun, you can measure the temps anywhere in the cage, the animal itself, the water bowl and your morning tea all in a matter of seconds.

I have about 45 vivs, so that would mean needing 45 thermometers, or one temp gun.. it was an easy decision.


lol very true mate, I liked the way you put that across! :) lol Never really thought bout it like that, as im hoping to have a really big collection from now and the future! :)

[Simon17]

Here ya go......

http://www.ssnakess.com/forums/general-enclosure-discussion/93302-temperature-guns.html

http://www.varanus.us/husbandry/tempgun.jpg


Cheers, will have a look on amazon uk and get one ordered today i think :)

[Simon17]

Sweet thats that ordered! :) cheers guy;s for your help and advice! :)

[infernalis]

No problem......

[SnakeyJay]

Temp guns are definately the best option.. I invested in one and havnt looked back. :D

[beardeds4life]

I just bought the zoo med one. I have heard good reviews on it. I got it for the same price as the thermometers I use. What do you guys think about the zoo med one? I liked how small it is.

[shaunyboy]

i use cheap exo terra dial guages,to quickly check my tanks as i walk past them

i use a Raytek ST80 pro lazer temperature gun,to check the tanks properly though mate

http://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=raytek%20st80%20pro&source=web&cd=2&ved=0CGgQFjAB&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.instrumart.com%2Fproducts%2F2 308%2Fraytek-raynger-st80-is-infrared-thermometer&ei=lYH4T8K8NpPa8QPytrmbBw&usg=AFQjCNEvdj5WHzPu7UBKKKvKrrI37h5Z4A&cad=rja

cheers shaun