Another Flexwatt question...

[mykee]

LOl...
1/4 to 1/3 of the overall floor space, don't take that so literally.
Also, heat tape will "bleed" heat to either side of it just like a barbeque or a bonfire will.
4" heat tape will heat up a width of 7" - 10".

[sickvenom]

Originally Posted by mykee

LOl...
1/4 to 1/3 of the overall floor space, don't take that so literally.
Also, heat tape will "bleed" heat to either side of it just like a barbeque or a bonfire will.
4" heat tape will heat up a width of 7" - 10".

The various sizes of flexwatt are rated differently. 1/4 to 1/3 is a safe general rule to go by that won't confuse the inexperienced. I'm willing to bet not everyone keeps room temps as high as you do, therefore they would need more coverage.

[mykee]

True, but with an average room temp of 73, ANY size of heat tape will easily get the enclosures up to 90-95 and "bleed" heat a few inches either way.
BTW, I keep my reptile room at a constant 80.

[DeesBalls]

So you are saying if I cover 1/3 of my tub, witch would be 12 inches, it could heat up to say, 15 inches with the " bleed" I just wantvl it set up correct. I would like to get this right the first time.

[mykee]

Yup, that's exactly what I am saying.

[DeesBalls]

Thanks mykee, so would you suggest doing only like 8 inches or so, so when it "bleeds"it takes it around the 1/3 mark?? I know it really doesn't need to be exact like I said just want to do it right.