Is this fixture ok for a ceramic heat emitter?

[OrangeDragon]

I recently ordered a ceramic heat emitter and I was wondering if a fixture for a regular heat bulb is ok. It also has a dimmer.

 

[xp29]

I recently ordered a ceramic heat emitter and I was wondering if a fixture for a regular heat bulb is ok. It also has a dimmer.

You'll need to read up on that one in particular to see how it is rated, but honestly it looks like a plastic socket. The heat emitters really should be put in a fixture with a ceramic socket.

 

[KarrieRee]

I recently ordered a ceramic heat emitter and I was wondering if a fixture for a regular heat bulb is ok. It also has a dimmer.

As long as the wattage on it is correct for bulb-- it will say inside the dome --I would not use the dimmer- I am bad did not catch the socket ------------ it needs to be ceramic -- no plastic

 

[OrangeDragon]

I just realized that, is there any you would recommend?

 

[KarrieRee]

I just realized that, is there any you would recommend?

I usually get the Zoo Med deep dome fixtures

Zoo Med Deep Dome Lamp Fixture

Zoo Med Deep Dome Lamp Fixture holds 1 UVB or heat lamp up to 160 watts. Features a reflective metal dome for focuing more light and heat into your pet's enclosure. Order terrarium light fixtures from Pangea Reptile

www.pangeareptile.com

 

[OrangeDragon]

Is the mini option ok? The ceramic heat emitter I ordered is a repti zoo 100W.

https://www.amazon.com/DBDPet-Mini-Reptile-Light-Fixture/dp/B093Y5HSCV/ref=mp_s_a_1_16?crid=251H8QETWQMC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.J4_Zk8nsTCj9qY_iospEdfrBb5Rlovosf0Z8625Mbb8_iMSe9u4iw8MI_yOh8_s4wrRBA6Z5fbq-f_5j8OvD2aAHjQxpe9xB2BGi26QUjoLEhWr2UoN4vbfsauxBf3Iy97-IPz5zN7iiEbs5Eb1JO-ItXu_DmMDM9ccqYazN5YAMoi-yDud-qmla3xSxCg7HLlaVEricZKtZfEQZwDI0hg.Nhk09LTEfDWomMCMFrvDj7MIbQ_g73uqx2gR5tpm9MI&dib_tag=se&keywords=mini+deep+dome+reptile+lamp&qid=1734263781&sprefix=mini+deep+dome+rep%2Caps%2C105&sr=8-16

https://www.amazon.com/REPTI-ZOO-Reptile-Ceramic-terrarium/dp/B0CR33VG77/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=3VFEGY9EA4RP2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.mUvd46UX0RoOlFbaQiOnHUoB2loT-OOX_6d7Xo2yI0b3ldLEknqms5Z8ERKbUmFnEuHUn22NsABMVzyEi4-5Op0WWh6Xo35P1jggbwSQrsKwz_S6QG3AY687DhNMrJFbLCl7vS12F_pnAsefsIu6JyYlUnwAAGvEvH3x02JHPIYyw5dB3D3m8SB4X16bQKQ-Fg6N1IYJMk-MxTK1BP71Xg.ouYlwgsp2Uoe-h89wNB117PAZnlZhca3UxuSOwSI_J4&dib_tag=se&keywords=ceramic+heat+emitter+for+reptiles&qid=1734263902&sprefix=ceramic%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-3

 

[NickAVD]

Is the mini option ok? The ceramic heat emitter I ordered is a repti zoo 100W.

https://www.amazon.com/DBDPet-Mini-Reptile-Light-Fixture/dp/B093Y5HSCV/ref=mp_s_a_1_16?crid=251H8QETWQMC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.J4_Zk8nsTCj9qY_iospEdfrBb5Rlovosf0Z8625Mbb8_iMSe9u4iw8MI_yOh8_s4wrRBA6Z5fbq-f_5j8OvD2aAHjQxpe9xB2BGi26QUjoLEhWr2UoN4vbfsauxBf3Iy97-IPz5zN7iiEbs5Eb1JO-ItXu_DmMDM9ccqYazN5YAMoi-yDud-qmla3xSxCg7HLlaVEricZKtZfEQZwDI0hg.Nhk09LTEfDWomMCMFrvDj7MIbQ_g73uqx2gR5tpm9MI&dib_tag=se&keywords=mini+deep+dome+reptile+lamp&qid=1734263781&sprefix=mini+deep+dome+rep%2Caps%2C105&sr=8-16

https://www.amazon.com/REPTI-ZOO-Reptile-Ceramic-terrarium/dp/B0CR33VG77/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=3VFEGY9EA4RP2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.mUvd46UX0RoOlFbaQiOnHUoB2loT-OOX_6d7Xo2yI0b3ldLEknqms5Z8ERKbUmFnEuHUn22NsABMVzyEi4-5Op0WWh6Xo35P1jggbwSQrsKwz_S6QG3AY687DhNMrJFbLCl7vS12F_pnAsefsIu6JyYlUnwAAGvEvH3x02JHPIYyw5dB3D3m8SB4X16bQKQ-Fg6N1IYJMk-MxTK1BP71Xg.ouYlwgsp2Uoe-h89wNB117PAZnlZhca3UxuSOwSI_J4&dib_tag=se&keywords=ceramic+heat+emitter+for+reptiles&qid=1734263902&sprefix=ceramic%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-3

I think this dome will suit you.
Although, I usually try to buy with a power reserve.
If the size and cost are not so critical for you, then I would buy the 160 watt version. Perhaps I am overly cautious in these matters, but 100 watts will also suit, especially if you plan to reduce the power with a dimmer and not use it at full power.

 

[Claudiusx]

It wont.

It says on the box that particular fixture is not intended for use with CHE's. You typically want a fixture rated higher than the wattage bulb you will be running, for longevity sake.

If the fixture you already bought has a ceramic base, you can use that one. If you are unsure, you can post a picture of the socket and we will tell you.

-Brandon

 

[NickAVD]

Indeed! I apologize for my inattention.
I saw in the description that it is intended for 24 hour heating lamps and thought that it was talking about ceramic lamps.
The box does indeed say that the dome cannot be used with ceramic heaters, you need to find another option.

 

[Claudiusx]

There is this option:

https://a.co/d/fvmpz4T

It comes with a CHE also, but it's about as cheap as you'll find a fixture for anyways.

-Brandon