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<blockquote data-quote="Whitelightning777" data-source="post: 123291" data-attributes="member: 26980"><p>I do a hot side/cold side with the heating pads, limited by a rheostat switch that only runs up to 50%.</p><p></p><p>My scorpion has the same setup and had done very well with it. If the temps get a bit too warm, the T specifically my L Klugi, will move away towards the cold side, typically into areas that are about 80 degrees.</p><p></p><p>If you place the mat underneath, they can overheat and dig to it instead of away.</p><p></p><p>They are hardwired to go down into the ground and to the side if too hot. It's also important that any heat lamps be located at least 6-8"away from the cover of the cage...if you want to use them at all.</p><p></p><p>Many people just run them at room temperature, but in my case that's 68 degrees due to my ex's fibromyalgia and general sensitivity.</p><p></p><p>I only use 25 watt bulbs in the lamps, which are actually 12.5 watts or less due to the limited voltage I allow.</p><p></p><p>Less is more & if you keep room temps at 75+ degrees, you probably can get away with no heat sources at all.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Whitelightning777, post: 123291, member: 26980"] I do a hot side/cold side with the heating pads, limited by a rheostat switch that only runs up to 50%. My scorpion has the same setup and had done very well with it. If the temps get a bit too warm, the T specifically my L Klugi, will move away towards the cold side, typically into areas that are about 80 degrees. If you place the mat underneath, they can overheat and dig to it instead of away. They are hardwired to go down into the ground and to the side if too hot. It's also important that any heat lamps be located at least 6-8"away from the cover of the cage...if you want to use them at all. Many people just run them at room temperature, but in my case that's 68 degrees due to my ex's fibromyalgia and general sensitivity. I only use 25 watt bulbs in the lamps, which are actually 12.5 watts or less due to the limited voltage I allow. Less is more & if you keep room temps at 75+ degrees, you probably can get away with no heat sources at all. [/QUOTE]
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