What kind of heating pad is used for a Mama Heating Cave?

[thistlewick]

Do they make them for outdoor use? I've seen a couple on amazon for "animals" (basically rabbits and guineapigs) and have a static "safe" temperature... are these okay to use?

I've read dozens of posts about "Mama heating pads" here and... not a single one has linked any actual products.

 

[aart]

I've read dozens of posts about "Mama heating pads" here and... not a single one has linked any actual products.

There are plenty of links, that I've seen over the years.
Many might be defunct/obsolete.

The one in my article might still work,
it does have the full name of product:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/pseudo-brooder-heater-plate.67729/

 

[rosemarythyme]

It can be made with any heating pad for human use that does NOT have an automatic shut off timer.

There's a specific Sunbeam one that's most commonly mentioned but I get whatever's cheapest on Amazon. Doesn't seem to make a difference.

 

[thistlewick]

It can be made with any heating pad for human use that does NOT have an automatic shut off timer.

There's a specific Sunbeam one that's most commonly mentioned but I get whatever's cheapest on Amazon. Doesn't seem to make a difference.

okay but for outside use? :O

 

[rosemarythyme]

okay but for outside use? :O

Well yes, with the caveat that this isn't the intended usage so you wouldn't be covered by warranty or anything.

Like this is how I handle rain... the controller is inside the bucket. I'm sure an electrician would scold me for it. But it operated just fine this way.

 

[thistlewick]

that looks completely fine to me and we love solutions like this!

honestly this mama cave idea is *genius* and makes so much sense

 

[aart]

okay but for outside use?

As long as all the electrical supply is protected.
Might not work as good if ambient temps are too cold.

honestly this mama cave idea is *genius* and makes so much sense

The 'cave' part is not that great, better to have the pad flat with adjustable legs.