whats everyone using for thermostats ?

[themasterdestroyer]

leaning towards a boaphile now. probably gonna use the flex watt. the thermostats on the boaphile site don't look that advanced. any better options ?

[GoingPostal]

Re: whats everyone using for thermostats ?

I like herpstats, have five of them and no problems. Easy to setup.

[kurtsherps]

Re: whats everyone using for thermostats ?

I like herpstats, have five of them and no problems. Easy to setup.

I agree completely very user friendly!

[mrivera78]

Re: whats everyone using for thermostats ?

I use a herpstat pro and a helix dbs1000...ive had them both for about 7-8 years give or take..i would highly recommend herpstat...the helix is also good but blew a fuse on me about a year ago...easily changed but still had about a day with no heat to the tubs

[bebowebb]

Re: whats everyone using for thermostats ?

I use the Ranco brand t-stats you've seen offered on Jeff's website - both the single and double versions.

They are simple and reliable.

[tsblair]

Re: whats everyone using for thermostats ?

I've used Rancos in the past and still hold on to them as backups, but now I am using all Herpstats.

[jefrow]

Re: whats everyone using for thermostats ?

I use a bunch of different types herpstats, Vivarium electronics, Rancos, and Hydrofarms. They all do their job really well but I prefer the hydrofarms and rancos because of their simplicity. Herpstats are great if you like different alerts and like having your temps exact to the decimal point.

[Kung Fu Joe]

Re: whats everyone using for thermostats ?

I like herpstats primarily because I use RHPs. I really like that it shows you the percentage of the heating element's output. However for the price a UL rating would be nice.

I think under most circumstances any good on/off thermostat with a UL rating would work well with a UTH. The shorter the temp swing the better... For example a Johnson clicks on/off in one degree increments while a hydrofarm uses a two degree increment setting.

[chiflyer]

Re: whats everyone using for thermostats ?

I invested in a herpstat4 a few years ago and have zero regrets. I keep my ranco around as back up or to use if i have snake in quarantine.

[themasterdestroyer]

Re: whats everyone using for thermostats ?

gonna go herpstat. just ordered a 421D radiant panel and flex watt under. what model herpstat should I go with and wheres best ( cheapest) online to buy?

[tsblair]

Re: whats everyone using for thermostats ?

You want a Herpstat 2 at least. If buying online. Buy directly from Spyder Robotics.

[GoingPostal]

Re: whats everyone using for thermostats ?

I bought my herpstats straight off their website, they are very quick to ship too.