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[K.v]

Hey,
Guys an Lady's I have been looking for a better source of heating, in the past I have Used Exotera globes, I have found they keep blowing every 2-3 weeks wich is rather costly, when I had a carpet we used a milo tin and adapted standard light fitting in, this worked really well. Problem was it was bulky and awkward, is there a better system maybe a flood light it needs to keep the hot spot at 36-38. Cheers

Edited by K.v, 10 September 2013 - 06:53 PM.

[ice]

What reptile is it for mate? That will change the answer

[Jules]

I tend to use heat cords with tiles these days, minimal power use and I can generate a hot spot of 50 degrees C, I use this method for my snakes, and supplement a fluro or energy saver bulb to luminate the enclosure. however if you want more of a basking lamp spot, I buy ceramic sockets from pet magic, and wire them myself (I know your not suppose to but my step dad is a sparky so he supervises), I then use 100-150wt spot light globes an can easily achieve 60+ degrees on basking platforms, then thermostat the bulb or adjust height to accommodate the desired temperature.

ultimately heating techniques can vary from and it is very opinionated.

 

as for the bulbs blowing you'll find that exo terra products I think are a different voltage to water our power is here, hence why they blow.

if im correct there a 210volt, while our power supply is 220-240 volt, causing bulbs to go more frequently.

I literally go to Bunning's and buy $3 spotlight bulbs, they last maybe 3 months on average(when thermo stated). and if you want a red or purple look, just get that cellophane paper stuff kids use to put around the cage of the bulb and itll make a purple/red look, simple, simulating a nocturnal presence for your animal.

Edited by Jules, 11 September 2013 - 10:01 AM.

[K.v]

What reptile is it for mate? That will change the answer

Pythons, Moniters, Bearded Dragon.

[K.v]

What reptile is it for mate? That will change the answer

Pythons, Moniters, Bearded Dragon.

[ice]

You'll need spotlight globes for the lizards for basking, you'll also need a UVB output bulb on for a 10-12 hours per day to mimic sunlight and also prevent bone disease. If they don't burn out you still need to change them out around about every 6 months because apparently they stop emitting UVB rays. The ceramic ones that Jules was talking about are good for night time heat also. Alternatively you could use them for day time heat and get a UVB emitting fluoro.

 

Depending on the pythons you keep, heat cord is always a good option if you have more than one enclosure in a bank, if not heat mats are also a great option. Both will require a thermostat, dimming is best even with globes as you'll maintain a stable temperature and it wont be going on and off all bloody day.

 

I like using heat cord for carpet pythons, in our enclosure we have two PVC pipes with the heat cord wrapped in between, alternatively you can wrap the PVC pipe in heat cord and then wrap over the top with synthetic turf or whatever the hell you want really. That way there is a heated and elevated perch for your snake without any risk of burns from globes as they enjoy climbing around and being nosy. If you want a light with your snakes UVB is not as important, you will need a good sized cage around in for burn protection. In my other carpet python enclosure i use a standard 75W flood light with a basking platform about 40cm below and that pumps out plenty of heat.

Edited by ice, 11 September 2013 - 03:06 PM.