What is a Thermostatically controlled outlet?
The Thermo Cube is a unique, patented electrical device that plugs into a standard 15 amp electrical outlet and turns power on automatically according to ambient air temperature, saving money by using power only when temperatures require heating or cooling.
What is Thermocube?
The Thermo Cube is a unique and handy electrical plug that fits into any standard 115 volt outlet. Since the Thermo Cube is an outdoor temperature controlled outlet, it will save on energy costs by running your Floating Pond De-Icer, stock tank heater, etc., when truly needed.
What is the purpose of a thermostat in a control system?
A thermostat is used in a control system to open the load from the system or to connect the load to the system based on the temperature levels in the system.
Can you use a thermostat with a heat lamp?
on/off thermostats can be used with any heat source, however they are best for use with ceramic bulbs or heat mats. They will shorten the life of a light emitting heat bulb. They will turn on and off as the desired temperature is reached. Dimming thermostats are the most popular and versatile thermostat available.
How do you control the temperature of a heat lamp?
A thermostat maintains a specific temperature (more or less). A rheostat controls how much heat a lamp or heat mat puts out, keeping that constant without regard for the actual temperature. Neither one can make your heat device any warmer than it would be if plugged directly into the wall.
What’s the difference between a thermostat and a rheostat?
Q: What is the difference between a rheostat and a thermostat? A: A rheostat is basically a dimmer. It allows you to manually reduce the amount of power reaching a heater. A thermostat like the 500R senses the temperature and turns the heater on and off accordingly.
How do electronic thermostats control cycling?
These thermostats have built in microprocessors with software that will determine the cycle rate, or a factory installed thermistor wired into an electrical circuit that will determine the cycle rate.
How does the farm innovators TC-3 thermostat controlled outlet work?
The Farm Innovators TC-3 Thermo Cube Thermostat-Controlled Power Outlet is an adapter that operates with any 15 amp 120 volt electric heater or fan. This thermostat-controlled outlet turns the power on and off automatically, according to the outside ambient air temperature, and converts a single outlet into a convenient double receptacle.
Can a thermo cube be thermostatically controlled?
The device conveniently plugs into a standard 120-Volt outlet and is thermostatically controlled, turning on at 35°F and off at 45°F. The Thermo Cube is ideal for use in a variety of home and farm applications, including stock tank de-icers, pond de-icers, unheated rooms, pump houses, greenhouses, boats and RVs.
When does the TC-3 cold weather thermo cube turn on?
Cold weather model TC-3 turns on at approximately 35°F, and turns off as temperature rises above 45°F. It is ideal for home and farm applications such as pond de-icers, unheated rooms, pump houses, greenhouses, boats and RV’s. One year limited warranty. How are ratings calculated?
What kind of thermostat does a farm innovators thermo cube use?
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY ADDED. The Farm Innovators TC-3 Thermo Cube Thermostat-Controlled Power Outlet is an adapter that operates with any 15 amp 120 volt electric heater or fan.