thermostats.

Just wonderin what everyone uses. Pros to what you use and cons would be helpful

Thanks!

Spyder Robotics Herpstat. Can't say anything negative about the other choices (since I've never used them), but my Herpstats work great, never had an issue with them.

Thanks John, you'll have some karma common your way when i have some to give

I use Big Apple Proprotional Themostats (one I've been using over 8yrs) and also have quite a few Habistat brand thermostats (UK brand but I've rewired). Next year I want to pick up a Herpstat Pro. I've heard good things about Helix and have friends that use those, but I don't have experience with it.

Thanks April! (karma thing goes for you too )

I like the Spyder Robotics but Helix is also very good.

http://spyderrobotics.com/

Looks like spyder is the way to go. Thanks guys!

I have never used Rancos, so I have no comment.

I have one Helix - no real complaints except I don't care for the mounting system.

I have several Herpstats in use - my choice in the proportional Tstat category.

I also have several Johnson Controls A419s - I've used them on racks, cage stacks, my snake room heaters, and (at one time) an incubator. It's my choice in the on/off group.
(*hint* repeatedly spilling water on the power strip will eventually cause it to short out...which may seem like a thermostat failure. This is not a weakness in the design of the A-419; but, rather, human error and a known problem with electrical devices. Replacing the power strip is not difficult, and allows the thermostat and heating device to function properly again)

Have a link for them Harald?(the Johnson)

nope...but I can probably find one