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Thermostats....

Cp3_Pythons said:
Ok can someone break down the water bottle thing for me?? The fridge I picked up has a tub in the bottom to keep water in ( Nick you seen it ) will this work the same way as water bottle's??
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Yup, Clay indicated that he filled it with water to maintain humidity (and I assume it will help sustain temps). If you have room though, I would shove a water bottle wherever you can because they will be easier to reuse the water for hydrating the substrate and the eggs after they pip.
 
JoeVerC said:
The way I understand it is that the water bottles heat up and help the incubator maintain a constant temp so the thermostat doesn't have to work as hard? Not sure if that's correct but it works!
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:iagree: When you open the door the heat escapes but the bottles take a lot longer to cool, making it easier for the thermostat to bring the temps back up.
 
I would stick with the water bottles. I tried using a tub of water and it evaporates and gets condensation all over the inside of the incubator. The water bottles help maintain temps and your moistened substrate inside you egg tubs will deliver your humidity.
 
Great product

I see that the OP has already made a decision, but I thought I'd add my recommendation for the Vivarium Electronics line of thermostats. I bought one of the VE-300's from Rich at Reptile Basics right after they came out and I have nothing but good things to say.

The price is comparable to a Helix, but without having to purchase a timer or photocell as the VE-300 has a built-in night drop. The probe is more than twice as long on the VE and both the probe and fuse are easily replaced without having to open the case. The VE also has a 700 watt capacity, but to be honest, I've never needed more than the 500 watts that a Helix provides. Not trying to sound like a commercial here, but this is a product that I definitely stand behind.
 
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