So what are the best options for measuring temps around the enclosure (other than digital laser) and humidity levels? Best value and best performance...
Favorite hygrometer and thermometer... and GO!!!
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nightanole
Chameleon Enthusiast
I think all hydrometers suck. You could order a dozen and line them all up, and you would get a swing from 45% to 65% easy.
Id say the best bet is go with a humidor setup and a calibration kit. It would cost $20-30 for a good adjustable hydrometer, and then $5-10 for the "75% in a bag" self calibration kit.
https://www.amazon.com/Cigar-Oasis-Caliber-Digital-Hygromter/dp/B00JXOKQVW
https://www.amazon.com/Cigar-Oasis-Hygrometer-Western-Humidor/dp/B00JXOKPT0
https://www.amazon.com/Boveda-One-Step-Hygrometer-Calibration-Kit/dp/B000A3UBLA
The nice thing abouty cigars and chameleons, is they like the same temperatures and humidity levels
Id say the best bet is go with a humidor setup and a calibration kit. It would cost $20-30 for a good adjustable hydrometer, and then $5-10 for the "75% in a bag" self calibration kit.
https://www.amazon.com/Cigar-Oasis-Caliber-Digital-Hygromter/dp/B00JXOKQVW
https://www.amazon.com/Cigar-Oasis-Hygrometer-Western-Humidor/dp/B00JXOKPT0
https://www.amazon.com/Boveda-One-Step-Hygrometer-Calibration-Kit/dp/B000A3UBLA
The nice thing abouty cigars and chameleons, is they like the same temperatures and humidity levels
I think all hydrometers suck. You could order a dozen and line them all up, and you would get a swing from 45% to 65% easy.
Id say the best bet is go with a humidor setup and a calibration kit. It would cost $20-30 for a good adjustable hydrometer, and then $5-10 for the "75% in a bag" self calibration kit.
https://www.amazon.com/Cigar-Oasis-Caliber-Digital-Hygromter/dp/B00JXOKQVW
https://www.amazon.com/Cigar-Oasis-Hygrometer-Western-Humidor/dp/B00JXOKPT0
https://www.amazon.com/Boveda-One-Step-Hygrometer-Calibration-Kit/dp/B000A3UBLA
The nice thing abouty cigars and chameleons, is they like the same temperatures and humidity levels
Wanted to laugh and like at the same time, but could not...
Funny, I was thinking of an analog hygrometer. Have you used one inside an enclosure? Besides the accuracy, they have a great look and should be better equipped to deal with moisture.
Anyone using these? Inkbird ITC-608T...
Wondering how they would do for high humidity situations...
Wondering how they would do for high humidity situations...
nightanole
Chameleon Enthusiast
I have not used an analog inside of an enclosure. I take mine to work where we have a calibrated one, and make sure mine matches. I use the analog non battery ones for inside gun cases etc, but they are for low humidity situations.
JoXie411
Chameleon Enthusiast
I watched a few youtube reviews on this product and ppl seem to really like it. I’ve been debating if I wanted this for the past year now as well
Mansfield
Established Member
I still really like the SensorPush sensors. Basically they are data loggers that can export all of it if needed.
they pop out data like this:
they are Bluetooth, or with a hub (I went this route) they are viewable anywhere.
The only downside that I have had is that I can’t use them with IFTTT to control anything, so it is strictly data. Plus they are a tad expensive to start.
they pop out data like this:
they are Bluetooth, or with a hub (I went this route) they are viewable anywhere.
The only downside that I have had is that I can’t use them with IFTTT to control anything, so it is strictly data. Plus they are a tad expensive to start.
I use these not the best in value but then again you get what you pay for.
SensorPush Wireless Thermometer/Hygrometer for iPhone/Android - Humidity & Temperature Smart Sensor with Alerts. Developed and Supported in The USA https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AEQ9X9I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FJBlEbGB70DQA
SensorPush Wireless Thermometer/Hygrometer for iPhone/Android - Humidity & Temperature Smart Sensor with Alerts. Developed and Supported in The USA https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AEQ9X9I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FJBlEbGB70DQA
snitz427
Chameleon Enthusiast
Ive been thinking of adding one of these to the greenhouse to start... they are expensive to get setup with wifi, but I spread it over 6 cages and greenhouse its a little better... do you use 1 or 2 per cage? They’re kinda bulky to add to the basking area. Im still on the fence.
Mansfield
Established Member
Right now I’m using 4 in 1 cage. Keep in mind I don’t have my chameleon yet (he arrives this Thursday), so I am testing out temps. I have a thermostat nailing my basking site to 90 degrees, with one of these sensors temporarily attached in a weird position:
you can see the thermostat probe and the sensor really close together(also the heat lamp is about 1 inch off the screen). My intent is to move the sensor and keep the probe once I’m done adjusting and once I trust the readings (right now they are within a degree of each other, since the probe is only to the nearest degree I can’t claim more accuracy). I will move the sensor so it’s not in the way of my Cham actually basking, but keep it nearby.
I have another sensor at the highest UV spot, just to make sure there is enough warmth as well as UV. That site stays right around 85-86. As you can imagine the warmer areas of the cage have a lower humidity, with basking ~40%. Then I test the dead center of the enclosure for “ambient”. I try to get it to be 75 degrees with 60-70% humidity. Then finally I have one at a low point to make sure the coolest part of the enclosure doesn’t go below 70 degrees.
Again, all of these I move around to check for random hot spots or if it’s too cold if I get concerned, but honestly, 4 is probably overkill lol.
Hope this helps give you an idea!
you can see the thermostat probe and the sensor really close together(also the heat lamp is about 1 inch off the screen). My intent is to move the sensor and keep the probe once I’m done adjusting and once I trust the readings (right now they are within a degree of each other, since the probe is only to the nearest degree I can’t claim more accuracy). I will move the sensor so it’s not in the way of my Cham actually basking, but keep it nearby.
I have another sensor at the highest UV spot, just to make sure there is enough warmth as well as UV. That site stays right around 85-86. As you can imagine the warmer areas of the cage have a lower humidity, with basking ~40%. Then I test the dead center of the enclosure for “ambient”. I try to get it to be 75 degrees with 60-70% humidity. Then finally I have one at a low point to make sure the coolest part of the enclosure doesn’t go below 70 degrees.
Again, all of these I move around to check for random hot spots or if it’s too cold if I get concerned, but honestly, 4 is probably overkill lol.
Hope this helps give you an idea!
nightanole
Chameleon Enthusiast
Dumb question/ favor. Can you put all 4 in one spot and get the same humidity readings? Thats the only thing that annoys me buying hydrometers. Thermometers have it down and almost no variance. But i can buy a $35 indoor thermometer with hydrometer, and its wireless outdoor sensor, and i get completely different reading when placed side by side.
Here is some more info on these...
May have to switch them out to get accurate humidity levels after a while...
