Heating

[Martinz21]

I got one of those zoomed heating pads and I have it hooked up to a thermostat. Unfortunately the heating pad isn't reaching the desired temperature I want it to be at its off 5F or so and I get the snake for the enclosure on Thursday. Would the temperature in my room be an issue or is it the heating pad?

[Steveo]

Does it run constantly and never reach the temperature you want? That would suggest the pad just doesn't get hot enough. Where are you measuring the temperature? You always lose a couple degrees going through the glass.

I would try adjusting the thermostat +5 degrees to see if it makes a difference.

[Martinz21]

The pad is running constantly and the thermostats sensor is found directly beside the thermometer in the cage. I will try that thanks

[guidofatherof5]

What size pad is it. The smaller the pad the less heat they produce. You might give ZooMed a call and asked them some questions. They have always had good customer service whenever I've called them.

888-496-6633 8am-5pm (Pacific time)

[Martinz21]

I believe I got the wrong size I got a pad meant for a 10-20 I believe I need either the medium or large

[Martinz21]

If I get a new one should I get one graded for 30-40 or 50-60 gallons?

[guidofatherof5]

You appear to be very close to reaching the temp you want so why no just go with the next size up.

[Martinz21]

I was thinking the same thing... Thanks everyone for their input it will all be put to good use... Expect pictures come Thursday