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Old 06-29-12, 06:11 AM   #1
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Where would the best place to put the probe for the thermo reading?

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!
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Old 06-29-12, 06:13 AM   #2
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Re: Where would the best place to put the probe for the thermo reading?

Directly under the ceramic at it's basking spot level.. And one in the cool end.
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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
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Re: Where would the best place to put the probe for the thermo reading?

Just get a temp gun.
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Just get a temp gun.
I take it the temp gun would be much better, rather than having x2 digital thermometers?
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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.
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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!
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Re: Where would the best place to put the probe for the thermo reading?

Here ya go......

http://www.ssnakess.com/forums/gener...ture-guns.html

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Cheers, will have a look on amazon uk and get one ordered today i think
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Re: Where would the best place to put the probe for the thermo reading?

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.
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Sweet thats that ordered! cheers guy;s for your help and advice!
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No problem......
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Re: Where would the best place to put the probe for the thermo reading?

Temp guns are definately the best option.. I invested in one and havnt looked back.
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Re: Where would the best place to put the probe for the thermo reading?

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

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...7h5Z4A&cad=rja

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