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The deal with Zoo Med

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Alsoknownas

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So what's with Zoo med? I did some research but I see mixed opinions. It seems to have a bad reputation though. If so, I might be getting rid of mine.
So, does anyone know of any good reputable UTHs? I'm not looking for the most expensive, but a decent-priced reputable one.
I'm also looking for a 30-40 gallon one.

Any help is appreciated.
 
I use ultratherm heat mats, sold at www.beanfarm.com. They arent that expensive. I have a couple Zoo Med UTHs but for unknown reasons, dont really like them so I dont even use them. But I would recommend ultratherm heat mats.
 
I wouldn't use any other UTH than UltraTherm...

in my experimentation they're ~20*F cooler than ZooMeds and rarely require thermal regulation via rheostat or the like. They're just plain less apt to cause burns and such. I know many people that use them INSIDE of cages, and they work great
 
There is nothing really wrong with the zoomed pads, there are just better pads outthere. Generally speking 99% of the pads on the market are made by the sae company that makes flexwatt.. Have you considered using flexwatt? Same as an ultratherm(which are good pads) but it is cheaper..
 
"These pads are regulated, because of low wattage, to stay between 65 and 95F (depending on exterior temperature) thereby eliminating the need for a thermostat."

Is this any true? I think i'd feel safer with a thermostat, but does anyone not use one?
 
Hmmm. My UTH is ZooMed, and it doesn't get too hot. In fact, I have trouble getting it hot enough. I think the highest temperature I've gotten is 83.
 
rushrulz said:
Hmmm. My UTH is ZooMed, and it doesn't get too hot. In fact, I have trouble getting it hot enough. I think the highest temperature I've gotten is 83.
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How many watts and are you sure it isn't incredibly cold where you live?

I've been hearing things like they can get over 100 degrees in 10 minutes if unregulated.
 
Alsoknownas said:
How many watts and are you sure it isn't incredibly cold where you live?

I've been hearing things like they can get over 100 degrees in 10 minutes if unregulated.
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The pads have the ability to reach fatal temps no matter what wattage they are. It will depend on the ambient room temps, airspace and many other factore as to to how hot your pad will get compaired to the same exact pad in different circumstances. You should always use a thermostat on any heating device to be sure you dont have a fire or lose an animal.. :flames:
 
It's hooked up to a rheostat. I live in Houston, so believe me, it's not getting too cold here. :) I'd go play with the equipment now, but Sev just ate, and I want to make sure he keeps it down.

One problem I might be seeing here, and I just thought of this, is the position of the probe versus the UTH. The UTH is smaller than the depth of the viv, and I don't know that the probe is getting the same readings. Hmmm. Interesting...*scratches chin thoughtfully* I try to measure where the UTH is with my little digital whatnot--it's a food thermometer, heh, but it's digital, so it doesn't say "rare" and "well done" on it. :D
 
justcage said:
The pads have the ability to reach fatal temps no matter what wattage they are. It will depend on the ambient room temps, airspace and many other factore as to to how hot your pad will get compaired to the same exact pad in different circumstances. You should always use a thermostat on any heating device to be sure you dont have a fire or lose an animal.. :flames:
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That sounds like the wisest thing to do. There are so many opinions out there about different products that it is almost impossible to extract any useful information from them at times. Get a thermostat and add that second level of security.
 
Droptines said:
So,,the repti therm,by Zoo Med is'nt that good ??.First the wrong sustrate and now this,,DANG !!!
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You're fine! I'm currently using 4 of these and have never had a problem. Been using them for about 3 years.
 
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