Inkbird Plus SUB-MAT - Seedling Heat Pad for use with Inkbird DOUBLE Master Kit - 52 x 25cms

Expand your Inkbird Double Kit by adding up to 4 sub-mats, giving you up to 6 heat mats, all controlled by the soil thermostat that comes with the master kit. This is for one sub-mat, which includes one Inkbird Plus seedling heat mat with two connectors so you can daisy chain it and add more heat mats over time if needed.

The thermometer and controller (that comes with the master kit), monitors and displays the current temperature and allow you to set the temperature for all attached heat mats in the daisy chain.

The ideal range for plant root growth is 20 to 30 degrees for seedlings, propagation and temperature-sensitive plants, but this mat can heat right up to 42 degrees if needed for tasks like fermenting, yogurt, baking and brewing including proofing sourdough. The range in Celsius is 0 to 42 or in Fahrenheit is 32 to 108. You can change the display between Celsius and Fahrenheit

Note the controller and thermostat comes with the master kit, not with the sub-mat, this product is the sub-mat only. 

Why get an Inkbird heat mat?

• New model with upgraded heating film that reaches temperature faster, and maintains a more stable, gentle heat that's more evenly distributed throughout the mat surface.

• Waterproof: Rated IP67. Waterproof against spills and misting. Simply wipe dry.

• Increases success rate for cuttings and germination. Seeds and cuttings germinate and root faster and roots produced are stronger. 

• Super thin and flexible. Can be rolled up or stored flat. Each mat measures 52cms long x 25 cms.

• 30 watts for reaching higher temperatures faster.

• Comes with connector plug. to connect and expand the master kit (this sub-mat cannot operate alone). 
  
  
• New improved cord insulation for use indoors and out, including in higher humidity environments such as greenhouses. 

What can heat pads be used for?

Don't let winter stop you. Keep propagating, growing and repotting all year-round.  Warmth speeds up root growth and grows stronger roots while keeping tropical that are not cold-tolerant warm over winter. Combine your new Inkbird PLUS heat mat with a grow light for even better results. Put your heat mat under a prop tank, grow house or cabinet, or just pop seedling trays or pots directly on top (yes, Inkbird PLUS heat mats are waterproof too, rated IP67). 

Warmth speeds up root growth and recovery after repotting. But heat mats are not just for the babies. Also a great way to keep tropical-loving indoor plants warm over winter and to look after your high-maintenance jungle members. I use mine for my Ikea cabinet (last winter I had a heat mat on 24/7 under my prop tank terrarium). A warmer root temperature also helps stressed or struggling plants recover. 

Heat mats also help over-watered plants dry out faster, reducing the risk of root rot in winter. Great for an emergency fix for accidental over-watering all year-round. Heat mats also mean you can repot all year-round. Maintaining a root temperature of over 20 degrees helps roots recover and start growing again following repotting or after removing damaged roots after root rot. 

You can also start and grow bulbs, seeds and seedlings all year-round indoors. Most seeds won't germinate unless temperatures are between 20 to 30 degrees. With a heat mat and decent light you can grow herbs like oregano, parsley, sage, thyme, chives and more indoors, even in winter.

How do I add this mat to my master kit?

The manual (included with the master kit) gives you more details:

1. Remove the waterproof cap from the connector. Insert the male connector of the sub mat to the female connector of the last heating mat in the chain that you are extending.
   
   
2. Twist the connector clockwise to secure the connection. 
   
   
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to connect more heating mats. The controller can control up to 6 seedling heat mats (the main mat with controller + 5 sub-mats).

Keep the waterproof cap on the female connector ON when not in use.

What size is it?

The Inkbird PLUS sub mat measures 52cms long by 25cms wide and is about 2mms thick. A standard size for a seedling heat mat, but thinner than most.