We have been having a lot of fun with the misting setups and have had a lot of very good feedback. As is typically the case we have had some suggestions on ways to modify or improve our offerings from a few valued customers as well. One thing I have not liked from the start (and it seems I was not alone) is the “package” with a system as varied and potentially complex as this. I just can’t see one setup fitting every need. Been tinkering with the shopping cart software a bit this weekend and tried a few different ideas on how to do it and the fact of the matter is the software is somewhat limited on how to build a DIY system. We have found about the best compromise I think we can and now have it up on the page (http://www.reptilebasics.com/Build-Your-Own-System-p-16409.html). Please email me through the Contact Us on the site if you see anything we might can add or do differently but I think this should address most needs pretty well.
We have also heard from a couple of people that while they love our RBI 412L tempgun with the real time MAX display and pistol grip they would like to see some more software options on it like the 420L has-but at a more affordable price. The 420L is an awesome tool but a bit overkill for most of the reptile market at 20:1 and that high D:S gets the price up there.
About the only way to get that is to keep the distance:spot ratio down some from the 420L. We have some of our new 412LX’s on the way (should be here in about 5-6 days) that have all the software features (Min, Max,Avg, adjustable emissivity, audible Hi/Low alarms, etc.) of the 420L but with the D:S at 12:1. They also have the real time display as well! Pricing on these comes to a very reasonable $89.99 each. Pretty nice and they will easily satisfy the advanced hobbyist! Look for them on the website in the coming week.