Arcadia Ceramic Heat Lamp 150W – Ceramic Infrared Reptile Heater

The Arcadia Ceramic Heat Lamp – 150 W is a high-performance infrared heat emitter designed to project deep, penetrating warmth into your reptile enclosure. Ceramic heaters produce pure radiant heat without giving off visible light, making them ideal for species that require stable temperatures both day and night.

This 150 W ceramic lamp is suitable for a wide range of reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates — including snakes, lizards, geckos and tortoises — by supporting natural thermoregulation and behaviour through steady infrared warmth.

Key Benefits:

• Produces deep, infrared radiant heat without emitting visible light.
• Ideal for 24-hour heating where night-time darkness must be maintained.
• Helps create a stable thermal gradient for reptiles and amphibians.
• Durable black ceramic finish with reliable E27 screw fitting.

When To Use:

Use this lamp when you need a consistent, light-free heat source to maintain ambient temperatures and safe basking zones, especially for nocturnal or light-sensitive species. It is particularly useful in bioactive or naturalistic enclosures where visible light cycles are already provided by separate UVB and daylight lamps.

Suitable For:

Reptile, amphibian and invertebrate species that benefit from overhead radiant heat, such as snakes, geckos, skinks, tortoises and many nocturnal or crepuscular reptiles. Always pair with a suitable Arcadia UVB system and an appropriate thermostat.

Technical Specifications:

• Wattage: 150 W
• Type: Ceramic infrared heat emitter (no visible light)
• Fitting: E27 screw fitting
• Voltage: 230–240 V

Safety & Thermostat Guidance:

This ceramic heater becomes extremely hot in operation and must always be controlled safely. It is suitable for use with Pulse Proportionate Thermostats, which provide accurate and stable temperature management for non-light-emitting heat sources.

All heat sources must be protected with a heat lamp guard to prevent accidental contact by animals or keepers. Always mount the lamp in a correctly rated E27 ceramic lamp holder and ensure it is securely fixed above the enclosure.

Best Practice Installation:

• Install vertically using a suitable ceramic E27 lamp holder.
• Enclose the heater within a compatible heat lamp guard or cage.
• Use with a Pulse Proportionate Thermostat to prevent overheating.
• Position a flat natural slate or rock beneath the heater to create an efficient basking zone.
• Monitor temperatures at both the warm and cool ends of the enclosure with a reliable thermometer.

Temperature Output Guide:

The table below shows approximate temperatures achieved by ceramic heat lamps at different distances. Actual performance varies depending on enclosure type, ventilation and ambient room temperature. Always use a thermostat and protective heat guard.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Does this ceramic heater produce any visible light?
No. It emits only infrared heat and produces no visible light, making it suitable for both day and night use without disturbing natural light cycles.

Do I need to use a thermostat with this lamp?
Yes. Ceramic heaters can become extremely hot and must be controlled with a suitable Pulse Proportionate Thermostat to maintain safe, stable temperatures.

Can this ceramic heater be used without a heat guard?
No. A heat lamp guard is essential to prevent burns or accidental contact by your animals or by keepers.

Which species is the 150 W ceramic suitable for?
It is suitable for many reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates that rely on overhead radiant heat, including snakes, geckos, skinks and tortoises. Always check the specific thermal needs of the species you are keeping.

Can I use this lamp 24 hours a day?
Yes, when correctly controlled by a thermostat and installed with a suitable guard, it can be used as a 24-hour heat source while separate lighting provides the day–night cycle.