Ceramic Infrared 40W – infrared emitter

This ceramic infrared emitter is intended for terrariums housing reptiles and amphibians, including species from warm or tropical climates. It supplies heat without adding light, so it suits keepers who need to maintain temperature in enclosures for light-sensitive animals or for species that are active at night.

Why it matters

• Infrared radiation: the emitter produces a wide infrared beam that warms the animal through the skin, which is the main heating method for snakes and turtles.
• No visible light: because it emits no light, the day and night cycle stays unchanged, and it can be used with nocturnal species or with light-sensitive animals such as the marbled gecko (Gekko).
• Measured heat gradient: the manufacturer reports 32°C at 15 cm, 26°C at 30 cm, 24°C at 45 cm, and 22°C at both 60 cm and 90 cm, which helps in planning heat zones.
• Broader use: it can also serve as a brooder for fertilized eggs and for heating small livestock.

Specifications

• Power: 40 W
• Thread: standard E27 (large Edison screw)
• Dimensions: 76 × 76 × 100 mm
• Weight: 0.12 kg
• Light output: none

What it works with

The emitter fits any standard E27 lamp fitting and is designed for terrariums housing reptiles, amphibians and small animals. Its measured heat output at different distances makes it a good match for medium enclosures where a heat source is placed at one end, leaving the rest of the terrarium cooler. It is used together with a thermostat or regulator to control temperature.