Egg Laying Chamber - Deli Cups

[bamsd619]

Hi Everyone:

Okay, don't laugh and I am looking for actual responses. I am going to leverage large size deli containers for lay chambers, however what to the breeder use to make a hole in the top? Scissors (I know..... but if you use something else, please post). My concern is the edge of the circle (opening) cutting the gecko?

Thanks!

B

 

[BalloonzForU]

I use scissors then use a lighter to melt the edges so they are smooth.

 

[PaulSage]

I use a hole saw, but my lids are pretty thick plastic. I think a hole saw might obliterate the thin lids on a deli cup (but I haven't tried.)

 

[Golden Gate Geckos]

I use Cool-Whip containers that I cut about 2" diameter holes in the lid using an exacto knife.

 

[BalloonzForU]

I'd use an exacto knives, but that's not a pretty sight!! :main_no:

 

[sportbike_rob]

never done this for this particular use, but i f i need to cut holes in deli lids (bait containers for fishin in my case) just use a box cutter to cut holes in deli cup lids. balloonz4u's suggestion about the lighter to the edges to dull them is a clever suggestion...

 

[Scott&Nikki]

I'm sure a nail file or sandpaper could dull the edges as well

 

[gothra]

I use a small cutter to cut out holes then smooth the edge by sand paper. If I need to make opennings to the side of any plastic container, I use one of those model-making saw (with string-like blades).

 

[dragonflyreptiles]

Im too lazy to cut and clean them so I use a soldering iron to cut the hole so it cut and melted all in one step, the fumes suck though.

 

[okapi]

I use a box cutter and file down. The idea of using a lighter is great though... why didnt I think of that?!?

 

[trizzypballr]

what is the recommended substraight, does it matter as long as it holds moisture?

 

[bittner_344]

i use peat moss.
-brett