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New Herpstat Models Coming

Scott Ashton said:
Talk about variety!
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No kidding!!

I love the original, have 8 of them right now. Only have 3 more to replace and I will be ALL HERPSTAT. I like them that much.

I do like the new ND and certainly have uses for it, just dont need a ND for all my thermostat needs. I am just glad to hear we have all these options so we can get a quality stat for specific purposes!! Way to go Dion!!
 
HS II's..........more bang for the buck!

sammy if you can get the HS II on sale for $200 that's less than buying two original HS,PLUS you get 200 watts more per probe,PLUS the night drop is there if you should need it.food for thought,have fun! TWH
 
shrap said:
No kidding!!

I love the original, have 8 of them right now. Only have 3 more to replace and I will be ALL HERPSTAT. I like them that much.

I do like the new ND and certainly have uses for it, just dont need a ND for all my thermostat needs. I am just glad to hear we have all these options so we can get a quality stat for specific purposes!! Way to go Dion!!
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Its awesome that a manufacturer takes the time to shoot the breeze with their customers.

And having a sneek peek makes it that much better (especially for a gadget geek like myself).
 
Scott Ashton said:
Its awesome that a manufacturer takes the time to shoot the breeze with their customers.

And having a sneek peek makes it that much better (especially for a gadget geek like myself).
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I have to say "Thanks" to Dion for drop shipping my Herpstat II to me can't wait to hook it up!!! :)
 
Bill & Amy said:
I have to say "Thanks" to Dion for drop shipping my Herpstat II to me can't wait to hook it up!!! :)
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I just ordered an "original" Herpstat to free up my H2 for a quarantine set-up.
 
I'd like to know more about the Pro model. Cause if it has more options and features than my HCS (Habitat Control Systems) than i'd be more than happy to purchase one of them if the price is comparable. Im not worried about if the Pro model has a light sensor to adjust for night drop, since i dont use it right now, but would be nice to have comparable features for a comparable price!
 
Excellent Thermostat

just received two HS II's from the bean farm,what a easy to use awesome stat.dion you'll blow the other stats out of the water with this one.all these features and at a killer price,there the best of both worlds.

dion you could not have picked a better reseller than the bean farm,.the bean farm always answers the phone,there pleasant and they have a proven record of stability. SPYDER ROBOTICS +THE BEAN FARM = THE REAL DEAL!
 
Just wondering if anyone got a chance to see my last post?

I was really interested in information about the pro model, cause if its better than my Habitat Control Systems 4 probe model, then i'd definitely get one.

A lack of response to this will let me know that my HCS is better than the pro model. You can get the HCS for $299 and cheaper sometimes.
 
HerpLuver said:
Just wondering if anyone got a chance to see my last post?

I was really interested in information about the pro model, cause if its better than my Habitat Control Systems 4 probe model, then i'd definitely get one.

A lack of response to this will let me know that my HCS is better than the pro model. You can get the HCS for $299 and cheaper sometimes.
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I am not sure what I can add that hasn't been said already, Chris. These are quotes from earlier in the thread. They won't be available till at least Aug.


Specifically, I had contacted Dion to find out the scoop on the Herpstat Pro, a 4 zone model that Spyder has been working on for a while, but put on hold to release the Herpstat 2. The good news is that it looks like the Herpstat Pro should be available come mid-August (okay wipe the drool from your chins).
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spyderrobotics said:
twh49801:
The pro model will basically be a four output version of the Herpstat II with a larger display. Wattage per output is still to be determined as I am evaluating different enclosures. The current AC cords are rated at 1625 watts which would limit the wattage of each output to 400 watts. In testing many different rack systems most draw 300 watts or less.
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True Bill. But what about the rest of its features? I know it has to have more features than the HS 2. Then again, i guess it could just be what he said it is, just a HS 2 with 4 probes.
 
HerpLuver said:
True Bill. But what about the rest of its features? I know it has to have more features than the HS 2. Then again, i guess it could just be what he said it is, just a HS 2 with 4 probes.
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Well it is kinda hard to break down all the features of a product that has not even been released to the public yet.....
 
shrap said:
Well it is kinda hard to break down all the features of a product that has not even been released to the public yet.....
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Thing is, if its due to release in mid august (only about 2 mo's away) im pretty sure they should know ALL of the features that it'll include.
 
HerpLuver said:
Thing is, if its due to release in mid august (only about 2 mo's away) im pretty sure they should know ALL of the features that it'll include.
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I am sure they do. Have you went to their website or emailed Spyder Robotics directly?
 
HerpLuver said:
True Bill. But what about the rest of its features? I know it has to have more features than the HS 2. Then again, i guess it could just be what he said it is, just a HS 2 with 4 probes.
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The Herpstat II has alot of options, more than I will ever need. All I know is it keeps temps right where I want them. :) I don't know what specific functions you are looking for, but I do have a H II that is absolutely awesome and have only heard some ok and some bad comments about the Habitat Control system.
 
Bill & Amy said:
but I do have a H II that is absolutely awesome and have only heard some ok and some bad comments about the Habitat Control system.
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May i ask what negative remarks you have heard about it, so i know if i want to replace my current one with a new HCS or try something different. I dont do a TON of researching with everything i buy, so sometimes when i purchase something it just may happen that its received more negative than positive comments.
 
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