Questions about heatpads/uth, heat bulbs and thermostats

[mysticmoon]

Originally Posted by jpsteele80

1. Cheapest temp control is a rheostat (or how ever you spell it) but you will need a temp gun to measure

2. I only use RHP's because i think its the most beneficial way to heat your snake

3. Yeah you snake will most likely be ok with only a UTH, better than a bulb drying out the air

4. Yes snakes need constant warmth, they are cold blooded but a room temp of 80 degrees will suit most snakes just fine unless you have a burm or something that might need a smidge more heat than that.

5. Heat lamps suck, stay away from them and yes a heat lamp will need a dimmeron it to control the heat.

Thank you for answering all my questions, I really appreciate it.
Also, what is an RHP, and what is the difference between a rheostat and a thermostat?

[jpsteele80]

Originally Posted by mysticmoon

Thank you for answering all my questions, I really appreciate it.
Also, what is an RHP, and what is the difference between a rheostat and a thermostat?

No problem, but those are just my views and you should see what others have to say but pretty much everyone will tell you to stay away from heat bulbs. A RHP is a radiant heat panel and a rheostat and thermostat are pretty much kinda the same thing

[mysticmoon]

Originally Posted by jpsteele80

No problem, but those are just my views and you should see what others have to say but pretty much everyone will tell you to stay away from heat bulbs. A RHP is a radiant heat panel and a rheostat and thermostat are pretty much kinda the same thing

Good to know, thanks again