Heating a 5.5 Terrarium
- Thread starter Inka4040
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Thanks Seth. That was the one i was originally looking at. Just have no experience with them so was unsure if they'd work out for my uses. Thanks for the input everyone, i'll start a thread when I actually get cracking on this thing.
There is also the Hydor 7.5 watt aquarium heater. That one might be rated for using in the open air, and it's cheap.
mellowvision
Seafood Lover
Nice link mellow, those look interesting. I may have to try one out. They are a bit pricey though.
mellowvision
Seafood Lover
yeah, I just came across it looking for something else and thought it looked like a great solution. I'd pay more to not have to deal with the sticky zoo med pad if it failed.
mellowvision
Seafood Lover
you know, I've had problems with almost every heater I've owned, including the little hydor, which really is the smallest in tank, adjustable heater I've found... EXCEPT the hydor inline eth heaters. I've had problems with every brand, make and model I've tried, except that one unit. I love it.
unfortunately, they're rather large and aren't great for a 5.5g Terrarium. lol.
something else you could think about...
I've considered making a terrarium with a glued in back wall, about 2-3" from the actual back... and then that area is filled with the water used for the tank, whether it be misting, trickling, or a water feature. The reservoir can hold a heater, pump, etc, generating radiant heat and humidity as well as serving as the water source.
unfortunately, they're rather large and aren't great for a 5.5g Terrarium. lol.
something else you could think about...
I've considered making a terrarium with a glued in back wall, about 2-3" from the actual back... and then that area is filled with the water used for the tank, whether it be misting, trickling, or a water feature. The reservoir can hold a heater, pump, etc, generating radiant heat and humidity as well as serving as the water source.
