Building a new encloser

pet_snake_78 · 03-20-15, 08:44 PM

Seems like RHP is not as efficient as heat tape, though? The main reason I hate enclosures versus tubs so much is I have to run THG really hot to penetrate through even plastics. With tubs I am only losing a few degrees from the actual heat tape temps. So RHP costs more to buy and then costs more to run. Granted with 4 or 5 animals there may not be much difference but the more animals we are talking, it just seems to get a little out of hand.

FWK · 03-20-15, 10:15 PM

Check out this thread. Solves the heat tape issue by putting it inside the enclosure but still completely sealed off under linoleum flooring. I've built a few enclosures using this design. I seal the wood with Minwax water based polyurethane and all the edges with silicone. Simple and easy but you can make it as elaborate as you want.

David VB · 03-21-15, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by pet_snake_78

Seems like RHP is not as efficient as heat tape, though? The main reason I hate enclosures versus tubs so much is I have to run THG really hot to penetrate through even plastics. With tubs I am only losing a few degrees from the actual heat tape temps. So RHP costs more to buy and then costs more to run. Granted with 4 or 5 animals there may not be much difference but the more animals we are talking, it just seems to get a little out of hand.

What about the ability for your snakes to move around and have some decent space? I think their wellfare come before the cost of electricity when you're in this hobby, no?