Tropic Aire Humidifier and Air Exchanger

[CinnamonPearl]

Does anyone use this? The instructions say I should cover the entire top of the enclosure because it will constantly provide fresh air. Obviously, I'm a bit wary of this. Is it safe to cover the whole top with this thing, and if not, can I still use it while leaving 25% of the top open?

[Mentat]

From what I read about product; this thing is nothing more than a plastic container with a sponge inside. You add water to moisten the sponge and connect an air pump to pump air through. Obviously exiting air will become a bit more humid than incoming air; but I would not expect this thing to do any miracles. If the enclosure is small, maybe it will help to raise humidity a bit. They are telling you to cover the whole top because the item is relatively inefficient and you will not see any if little gains if you don't do so. Good luck !

[CinnamonPearl]

Well, that's disappointing. I'd heard some good things about it. I'll give it a shot, but I'll probably end up returning it. Thank you.