Plug in temperature sensors for electric heaters?

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#218005 21-Jul-2017 21:55

Some time back there were some posts. From memory most posters had obtained one from the same supplier. Maybe there are alternatives?

Are they useful, reliable, safe, and are there any recommendations?

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#1826849 21-Jul-2017 22:56

heatermate.

I've been using one for 18 months with no issues.

I have read here that some people have had issues with them melting. I could see that happening if it was overloaded of run at full load forever.
I have no concerns of it happening here, mine is well below max load and I regularly check that it's plugged in properly.

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#1826858 21-Jul-2017 23:49

Good to know. I assume it's a 2400W max. I'll be running at 1200W or less I believe.

Many multiboxes are not even safe over time with their rated 2400W.

Do you plug yours directly into the wall?

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#1826861 22-Jul-2017 00:18

Long discussion here, including the NZ distributor.

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#1826961 22-Jul-2017 11:52

I've used these sort of devices successfully

http://www.ebay.com/itm/220V-Heating-Thermostat-Temperature-Controller-White-LCD-Keypad-Lock-Sensor-/262751701739?hash=item3d2d38caeb:g:BJ4AAOSwJ7RYR0XZ

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#1826977 22-Jul-2017 12:17

1eStar: I've used these sort of devices successfully

http://www.ebay.com/itm/220V-Heating-Thermostat-Temperature-Controller-White-LCD-Keypad-Lock-Sensor-/262751701739?hash=item3d2d38caeb:g:BJ4AAOSwJ7RYR0XZ

What are they like quality wise, and do they work?

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#1827118 22-Jul-2017 15:24

I bought a couple from eBay about 3years back, had shrouded pins AU/NZ style, seem to work well enough. My google fu isn't finding anything just the same at the moment.