Just upgraded to a 40 gallon ExoTerra tank and I'm having difficulty getting the cool side temps high enough. Currently using a par38 60 watt halogen flood for the basking spot. Basking temp is 105 degree F directly below the light, but quickly drops as I move away from that spot. Cool side is 74 degrees F. Temps are taken with an IR thermometer.
Do I need to switch to a higher wattage par38, add a second basking light, or a CHE?
Pic of enclosure. Substrate is tile. Basking platform is slate. I have a cover over the open part of the screen top to keep heat in.
Thanks in advance!
Do I need to switch to a higher wattage par38, add a second basking light, or a CHE?
Pic of enclosure. Substrate is tile. Basking platform is slate. I have a cover over the open part of the screen top to keep heat in.
Thanks in advance!