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Today we 'll have a full review about Reptile Radiators (Infrared emmiter panels)
which are the easiest way to heat our snakes.
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Lets get started, lets talk about: Reptile Radiators!
This is my radiator.
First things first.
The package comes with the manual
and four screws.
It's made out of plastic, fiberglass or sth, I don't really now exactly, doesn't matter.
It's a totally safe and reliable device anyway.
Manufacturer: Habistat.
Comes with 1 year warranty, if i'm right.
Lightweight device, just 1 kg,
dimensioning 30cmx20cmx0.03cm
but there are multiple sizes out there to chose from, depending on the dimensions of your enclosure.
This one has 75 watts and cost me just 35 euros (ideal for cages eg. 1.20x06.x0.6 or sth).
Put the four screws in the corners of the radiator.
I didn't upload any "unboxing" or "Installation" video cuz there was no point in it.
Installation is too easy for everyone.
Just plug it and you 're done.
Now let's talk about how it works and it's main advantages in comparison to other heating sources, such as ceramic bulbs.
First, figure out which side goes up and which down and install it accordingly/properly.
As you can see i haven't installed any kind of "guard".
To be honest, maybe you don't need one or at least it is up to you to decide. We 'll talk later about it.
By the way, speaking of heating sources, it would be wise to obtain a Thermostat as well.
But as i said it's a safe device anyway, even if you don't purchase one at first.
Let it operate for at least 24 hours BEFORE placing any snake in the cage.
That's because during the first few hours of use there may be a slight smell from the heater
Don't be afraid though, this is quite normal and of course harmless.
Just open the sliding doors to allow fumes vent away (took me 1 day or so).
Now, let's mention some precautions...
The major concern is not to trap the heat within the heater so that it causes damage.
Do not cover the radiator by any way.
Even though they are safe if they are not immersed in water or subjected to prolonged/excessive humidity or misting, it's wise not to spray water directly on them.
Next, you have to secure the lead (the black one) using cable ties to protect it from the snake.
Your snake may cause some damage climbing on it.
Be careful, you should mount the radiator only on the ceiling of your enclosure, not anywhere else (floor, sides, outside etc).
Your goal is to create a hot spot, a warm side and a cold side for your snake.
Now let's talk about how this heater works and how beneficial it can be.
In my opiniont, this is the most efficient way to heat a snake cage.
Especially if you own arboreal snakes (such as carpet pythons, chondros etc)
but you can use it for terrestrial snakes as well under some conditions.
I wanted a panel so badly for some months.
I first saw it when a friend purchased one,
and after examining the way it works,
i decided to acquire one immediately
cuz I new it will pay off and I will not regret it.
Important: It cannot catch fire because the manufacturing material
is higly resistant to hot temperatures.
It's impossible to somehow create any flame.
Therefore it is totally safe for our snakes
and that is the most important after all.
Emits infrared radiation
in a way that mimics the solar one.
This radiation penetrates deeply the objects just like the sun does
depending on how dense they are.
For example, air lets the radiation pass through.
But, objects such as rocks, logs and any other,
absord the heat and they consequently warm up.
Some of the heat is reflected
and even more is reradiated by objects that have already warmed up.
This secondary heat is of a much shorter wavelenght infrared
and is responsible for the general warming of the environment.
Very pleasing temperature.
Depending on the height of your snake enclosure, you should create snake's hot spot.
I will explain it later on the video because i made an experiment.
As you can see it does not emit any light.
You can operate it 24/7. Therefore a day/night cycle can be created by your lighting fixture without annoying the snake.
It does not emit any kind of radiation that may harm our snake.
or even us!
Infrared radiation is safe for everyone.
In contrast, we can say that this kind of radiation is a lot beneficial four our pets.
It creates a nice warm hot spot
and a pleasing temperature for the rest of the enclosure.
This kind of radiation penetrates the pet reaching up to the tissues
helping it's blood circulation, thermoregulation, metabolism and digestion.
My snake thermoregulates it's body a lot faster and more efficiently,
I realised that it provides an advanced and specialized care for my pet.
Does not dry the environment or the air,
therefore is suitable for snake that require high levels of humidity as well.
Radiator is too hot on it's surface,
90 degrees Celsius or so if my memory serves me right.
But if you put your finger just 1mm away, you 'll feel nothing.
Snakes can't climb on it anyway
Consequently, they can't get burned.
(if you mount the radiator according to the instructions)
That's why i said earlier "guard is optional" in contrast to ceramic bulbs.
Radiator's sides don't get very hot though.
The heater is beneficial for live plants as well, such as Pothos plant or anything else you may have.
Let's move forward to some experiments i did before putting any snake in the cage.
(To examine which distance the hot spot should be in)
As i said, before putting any snake in the enclosure
I made some experiments
to see the temperature range i could have on my hot spot depending on the distance from the heater,
because i wasn't familiar before with this type of heating method.
Now let's see the "Data" and the "Results" (press Pause in the next card)
As you could see, you have to "play"with the distances,
depending on what temperature fits your snake's needs.
Specifically,
that is why i said earlier "it is suitable for terrestrial species as well"
if for example your cage is not high enough
or if you raise a rock or sth a little bit.
It depends on what temperature you want to achieve.
To speak about me,
My snake terrarium houses a carpet python (arboreal),
dimensions are 1.30x0.6x0.6,
works like charm
On this branch (distance is 25cm) temperature reaches 32-34 degrees Celsius
Environment's temperature is usually kept between 25-28 degrees Celsius.
Perfect conditions.
Bigger cages mean more watts needed. This should be fine for the majority of the common sizes for snake cages though.
Now it is time for some final notices and some last words.
(and a conclusion)
Snake's thermoregulation is helped a lot
It spends more time roaming around rather than just sitting on the warm side,
The caremic bulb i used to have didn't cause such behaviour.
Digestion is faster
The deep penetrating heat reaches tissues, just like the solar power does.
Other heat sources can't reach that deep or at least not that fast.
I was impressed by the wide range of temperatures radiator can reach with only 75 watts.
Elegant design,
safe design,
This part of the cage "hides" the panel and you can't relly see it from the outside.
Suitable for almost all kind of snakes (arboreal, semi-arboreal, terrestrial)
In addition, it is beneficial for live plants.
I purchased it 1.5 year ago
I am fully satisfied with it
Of course i recommend it to everyone
That's all folks!
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