Repticare Infrared Ceramic Heat Emitter (150 watt)

Great product

Ive had this bulb for pretty close to a year now and it works perfectly! My hedgehog stays warm and she can still do her thing at night. Buying another one for when my current one gives out. I have no idea How long they are supposed to last.

Good

I feel like they only last few months. Purchased in October and now completed dead bulb. Sad I cant return.

No light, good heat! this sits about 6 from the basking spot and with thermostat keeps it at a nice and toasty 92F (it would be hotter without the thermostat)

Good!

just as promised.

Weve been raising baby chicks and poults inside our house for the first couple of weeks until theyre a bit more hardy. Only problem, they will cheep and peep ALL NIGHT long so long as there is light out. This emits the same amount of heat at a 150W traditional brooder bulb, and can be used in the standard clamp brooder lights. Now I can enjoy watching my kids play with the chicks during the day, and still have my peace and quiet at night.

When I went to use the CHE, it was cracked at the base. Wasnt noticeable until I fully removed it from the packaging. I dont think this was a Zoo Med issue but a handling/shipping issue. Too late now for a return.

I’ve used these Ceramic heat emitters for years and have never had to replace one because of failure. I have only replaced them to get higher wattage because I’ve increased the distance from emitter to animal. I feel very comfortable using them but I do follow the recommendations of using a wire cage fixture with porcelain socket and not a dome. I also have them plugged into thermostats to regulate the heat. They are 3-5/8 in diameter and stick out of the socket about 3. In my opinion, this is an excellent product for the reptile hobbyist.