HCA: Hermit Crab Association

wodesorel wrote:Somehow you got one made for use in the UK!

You'll need a UK to US electrical adapter. I don't think they are too much but I don't know where to buy them aside from online.

Thank you! Just ordered one, it was only a couple bucks.

AwesomeHermit wrote:When I opened up my Ultratherm it had a normal plug. Can you send a picture of the plug?

it looks like the plug in these pics
http://floor-heating.co.uk/product/viva ... m-heaters/

I bought my Ultratherm long ago, but decided to apply it today because my heat bulb finally went out. But before I opened it I only now just noticed that the plug has this weird shape and I won't be able to plug it in to my normal wall outlets. Anybody know what this is called? Is there a such thing...

So I just got my Ultratherm and discovered that it hangs off the back of the tank about an inch or so on both sides. Can I still use this? Does it pose any safety hazards? Should I still insulate it with Reflectix?

Try sealing it up first, and if that doesn't get you where you want to be, consider installing a bubbler (like with a small air pump & airstone for an aquarium). With deep enough bowls and a sealed top these are often successful at generating enough humidity. Moss is great, don't get me wrong - but...

I need help. My tank's humidity is dropping below 50. I have a 20 gallon tank with a mesh lid. I use a 100w moon glow heat light to keep the heat around 75. What's the best way to keep the humidity up without using a humidifier? I'm going to the store in the morning to purchase moss. Will that do th...