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Securing the enclosure...

lilwing89

lilwing89

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This is about my carpet python, but the same things still apply.

I have a pretty big tank for her - 30x13x18" and the only appropriately-sized top I could find was a flimsy aluminum-framed screen top with no locking pins. I have no idea how strong she is (7 months old, about 2.5 feet long), so I tried to evenly distribute weight across the top. I've got four round dumbell weights at 2.5 lbs each and a couple books lying across the top. It looks so messy. I was wondering if anyone could suggest a better solution or help me find a more secure top?
 
I wish I would've thought of this before I made my online order. I bought a couple hides and various decor. Now I have to make another order! Arghhh.

I like the clamps that are compatible with all sizes, except they cost around $18!. How many clamps do I need to secure the screen? They come in packs of two.
 
Depending on the amount of edging you have to work with all you need is 5 screws and some 2-3mm elastic cord. The idea is to have a screw at each corner of the lid at the front and one in the middle. Then 2 screws on the front face of the enclosure which sit central to the gaps between the top 3. The elastic cord is tied at one corner then wrapped under the 1st screw on the front, once or twice around the central screw on the lid, under the 2nd screw on the front then tied on the opposite corner. Ensure you have the desired tension. I also recommend using screws which are not entirely threaded, so that where you tie it off won't get fatigued by the thread and probably break the cord one day.

What you will achieve is a method similar to strapping down canvas on (what we call in Australia a "ute"). It is a zig-zag form of strapping.

I am not sure of the cost in the US, but I am sure I could pick up this stuff for about $2.
 
I've read about people using straps they're made of nylon snd have a cranking thing to tighten...I've personally ever used them to pull stuff with a car so I couldn't imagine a snake breaking one. Maybe not terribly attractive but it would work
 
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