Jul
15
2010
Zoo Med ReptiCare Ceramic Infrared Heat Emitter 150 Watts
Posted by Blogmaster in Reptiles, tags: Ceramic, Emitter, Heat, Infrared, ReptiCare, Watts
- Last up to 5 years
- Perfect for high humidity terrariums
- UL/cUL classified when used in conjunction with Zoo Meds Wire Cage Clamp Lamp (LF-10).
Product Description
ReptiCare® Ceramic Heat Emitters are the perfect 24 hour heat source for all reptiles. These porcelain heating devices screw into a standard porcelain incandescent socket, giving off intense “muscle-penetrating” infrared heat, while emitting no light. The flat-faced design is more efficient and longer lasting than conical designs which build up excess heat internally, ultimately carbonizing the element.
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I have two, a 100 and 250 watt. I must say, these heat emitters are one of the best quality heaters I’ve seen. They live up to their long life expectation and is durable to last until it has no life left in it. What makes infrared heat emitters so good, especially for coldblooded reptiles is the fact that it heats them from the inside out instead of just heating the outside. Heating the outside first is mainly good for warmblooded like us is because it reduces the heat lost through our body from our cooler surfaces.
So the best kind of heat if you have a coldblooded animal like a lizard etc would be an infrared emitting device. Another good reason is that infrared doesn’t release any light source. Some creatures are annoyed by the light.
Rating: 5 / 5
The Zoo Med 150watt ceramic heat emitter–EMITTS HEAT! It is GREAT! If you are looking for a strong heat source, this is it! I enclosed my outdoor pond during the winter months, and this provides excellent heat for my pond critters.
Rating: 5 / 5
This heater work’s great in my chicken tractor. There coop is 4′x4′and holds only four chickens for now.
Rating: 5 / 5
The product does what is claims, which is provide heat without light. My iguana loves it because it keeps his big cage nice and cozy, especially his basking spot. It does get quite hot, so make sure you have a thermometer, timer, thermostat, or rheostat to maintain the temperature you’re aiming for and that your animal can’t touch the bulb. Make sure you have a dome/lamp with a ceramic socket for this bulb. Also, pay attention to how many watts you’ll need for the size of the enclosure you’re heating. I was able to find this cheaper on Amazon than the pet stores.
Rating: 5 / 5
If you are looking to save money, this is the way to go. Efficient and lots of heat. Just right for my 55 gallon aquarium. Glad I purchased this item.
Rating: 5 / 5