UTH Coming Unglued

bigdog2003 · 03-15-12, 06:08 AM

My UTH is coming off the bottom of my tank, what is the best way to keep it on there?

Lankyrob · 03-15-12, 07:28 AM

Silicon like you use to seal a bath - just make sure you let it "cure" and fumes disperse before putting the snake back in.

Gungirl · 03-15-12, 08:20 AM

At most hardware stores you can buy Aluminum tape made to seal heating ducts. I use that to secure my flexwatt to the bottom of my tubs. It will do the job and then you don't have to wait for anything to cure or any fumes to disperse.

Stuff like this..
Nashua Tape322 1-57/64 in. x 150 ft. Aluminum Foil Tape-3220020500 at The Home Depot

insignia100 · 03-15-12, 09:45 AM

I use the aluminum tape on all my UTH by default now. Its a bit pricey but I've had the same roll for nearly 2 years now.

Lankyrob · 03-15-12, 10:20 AM

ISnt tape in the viv with the snake an issue if it comes off the floor and gets stuck to the snake?

youngster · 03-15-12, 10:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lankyrob

ISnt tape in the viv with the snake an issue if it comes off the floor and gets stuck to the snake?

Unless you have an in-cage UTH I don't think that would be a problem

Lankyrob · 03-15-12, 10:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by youngster

Unless you have an in-cage UTH I don't think that would be a problem

Good point - on that note i will go back to sleep

MoreliAddict · 03-15-12, 10:40 AM

i used gorilla tape for mine:

BarelyBreathing · 03-15-12, 12:00 PM

I just use regular house hold electrical tape.

mykee · 03-15-12, 07:54 PM

Aluminum tape is conductive and can cause arcs which could cause fire or a short. PLEASE reconsider the use of aluminum tape around UTH's or heat tape. it's a TERRIBLE idea.