Nifty device I found, thought I would share it with you....

[moenmitz]

Called a Thermocube. Cost about $15 at teh hardware store. Looks like an outlet "expander" one that makes a regular outlet hold extra plugs...except it has a thermostat built in to it. It cuts off power to anything plugged into it when the temp reaches 40 degrees- comes back on at 35. I am using it for my heat lamps- saves the constant plugging/ unplugging business

Probably you have all heard of soemthing liek this before, but it was new to me so I was really excited to find it. Just what I was needing!

 

[sunnydee]

Yes, I have heard of them and even thought about getting one. But...40 degrees is like a heat wave here so it would never shut off! Let us know how it works for you. I think it is a GREAT idea!

 

[joebryant]

I too had never heard of them. I Googled and learned that they come in different temperature ranges.
http://www.apelectric.com/Thermo-Cube-s/25.htm?gclid=CNfKsanUx5cCFQNHFQodbAJLSQ

I need three. THANKS FOR THE INFO!

 

[sunnydee]

Quote:
Ohhh..now thats is an idea. I never knew they came with different settings. I might have to order one of those.

Edited cause I can't spell darn it! (need more coffeeeee)

 

[ddeans]

Quote:
I just placed my order. This will save so much time, and electric for when I forget to unplug the water heater and everything. Thanks for the link.

 

[msgenie516]

Hi,

This is a great idea but I never heard of it, either. Thanks for the info! Genie

 

[joebryant]

Just now found one, "On at 35°F, off at 45°F " for $11.99.

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/produ...=4394&subref=AA&s_kwcid=thermocube|1095963981

 

[kycowgirlchick]

Of course everyone must go to Tractor Supply right? They have them there. I did not know of a such thing until I found this forum but I am on my way to get one. I had been using a timer but this will be better.

 

[ThreeBoysChicks]

Great Idea.

 

[moenmitz]

Cool- I didnt know they had ones with different settings! The store only had ONE left, and I could use another, so I will order one as well. Temperature here this morning was a balmy 8 below zero-WITHOUT the wind chill factor. Brrrr.