Reptile One Ceramic Heat Lamp Socket E27 – Up to 200W
Install your reptile’s overhead heating or lighting with the Reptile One Ceramic Heat Lamp Socket. Featuring a heat-resistant ceramic fitting, this versatile lamp holder accepts compatible E27 screw bulbs up to 200W.
Designed for DIY enclosures and commercially available terrariums, this socket gives you flexibility when positioning a suitable heat or light source. It can be used as a free-hanging fitting in wooden enclosures and is also suitable for glass terrariums when installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
An on/off switch makes everyday operation straightforward, while the ceramic construction is designed to withstand the temperatures associated with reptile heat lamps.
Features & Benefits
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Heat-resistant ceramic socket: Designed for use with reptile heating and lighting bulbs.
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E27 screw fitting: Accepts compatible E27 light and heat globes.
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Rated up to 200W: Suits a range of bulb wattages within its maximum rating.
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Convenient on/off switch: Provides simple manual control.
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Flexible installation: Suitable for appropriately installed free-hanging arrangements.
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Enclosure versatility: Suitable for wooden reptile enclosures and glass terrariums.
Specifications
Setup & Use
Secure the fitting according to the supplied instructions, ensuring the lamp is positioned away from enclosure surfaces and flammable materials at the clearances specified for your chosen bulb.
Use a compatible E27 bulb rated at 200W or less. Prevent your reptile from touching the bulb or hot fitting, using a suitable lamp guard where needed.
The socket holds and powers your bulb; enclosure temperatures must be monitored and controlled separately. Switch off and unplug before changing bulbs, and allow hot components to cool completely.
Simply Fish Recommendation
A practical choice for building an overhead heating setup or replacing an existing lamp holder. Match it with a bulb suited to your reptile’s needs, then check temperatures at both the basking area and cooler end of the enclosure. The 200W rating is the maximum bulb capacity, rather than a recommended wattage for every setup.
FAQs
What bulbs fit this socket?
It accepts compatible E27 screw light and heat bulbs up to a maximum of 200W.
Can I use a lower-wattage bulb?
Yes. Compatible 50W, 75W, 100W and 150W bulbs are all below the socket’s maximum rating.
Can it be used with a ceramic heat emitter?
Yes, with a compatible E27 ceramic heat emitter rated at 200W or less. Follow the emitter’s installation and clearance instructions.
Does it control the enclosure temperature?
No. The on/off switch provides manual operation. Temperature monitoring and suitable thermostat control are separate parts of your heating setup.
Is it suitable for glass terrariums?
Yes. Reptile One lists it for glass terrariums as well as wooden enclosures, provided it is installed appropriately.
