Radiant Heat Panel?

[jpichie]

Hey all:
I am about to order some heat panels from Pro-Products for some snakes.
I am also about to make a custom enclosure for our Bearded (styrofoam background and all).
My question is, has anyone ever used RHP for beardeds before? And if yes, did they reach the desired temps?
RHP are way more energy efficient than a 100w bulb which is why I am looking into for the bearded as well.

I would have an elevated ledge under the RHP to allow for a basking spot.
Let me know.
Thanks,
Jason Pichie

 

[deenwals]

I'm curious about radiant heat panels as well. Anyone have experience?

 

[Ectotherm1]

I guess not then?
I don't see why it couldn't be used, though.
Bob Pound from Pro-Products has tested them with just about every reptile.
Green tree python keepers swear by them, so, why not?

 

[Claudiusx]

Beardies need to have the heat coming from a light for proper basking. However this could be used as a replacment for a CHE at night assuming it doesn't give off any light.

-Brandon

 

[Ectotherm1]

But why does it need to be a light?
It's radiating heat, feels just like warmth from the sun.

 

[Claudiusx]

Because thats what has been proven to be needed after decades of experience with multiple people. Beardies need to be able to see the light for basking. They go into the light for basking.

Plus, wouldn't the panel heat the whole tank? Instead of just one spot for basking like a light would?


-Brandon

 

[Ectotherm1]

No, the heat panels provide a basking spot.
Even, radiant heat, under neat the panel.
You can read about them here:
http://www.pro-products.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=55&Itemid=59