Arcadia Deep Heat Projector - 50w
The sun delivers heat to our planet and its creatures through terrestrial light wavelengths known as ‘Infra-Red-A’ and ‘Infra-Red-B’, while ‘Infra-Red-C’ is mostly blocked by the atmosphere. These wavelengths carry substantial energy as they penetrate our environment, becoming directly accessible to an animal’s skin, where they provide natural, bio-available warmth. Full-spectrum daylight from the earth interacts with all it touches, and for ectothermic animals like reptiles, these wavelengths supply the vital energy needed for their daily functions. Additionally, IR-A and IR-B wavelengths are absorbed and re-emitted by objects in the environment, either reflected directly or released as Infra-Red-C in the form of warm air, making every surface a potential ‘black body’ for heat storage.
Infra-Red-A and Infra-Red-B penetrate deep into muscle tissues, warming reptiles internally in a way that mirrors natural sunlight. You can sense this deep warmth as a pleasant sensation on your skin when stepping into sunlight or placing your hand near the lamp safely.
The Arcadia Reptile ‘Deep Heat Projector®’ (DHP) offers crucial warmth deep into the body in a safe, natural flood of heat. This enables captive reptiles to absorb heat as they would in their natural habitat, avoiding the dangers of overheating often seen with focused beam heat lamps. The heat emitted is accessible directly through the skin and as radiated warmth from surfaces like rocks or decor in the basking area, mimicking natural belly heat and raising ambient temperatures effectively.
Remarkably, the ‘Deep Heat Projector®’ is highly energy-efficient, with a 50w unit surpassing the heat output of a 100w CHE or traditional tungsten lamp. Its robust internal reflector minimizes heat loss, ensuring quick warm-up and stable temperature maintenance.
For optimal use, pair the DHP with a reliable thermostat to precisely manage your temperature gradient, and verify settings with a high-quality non-contact laser thermometer. When used properly, this premium, handcrafted lamp will deliver consistent heat for an extended period. Notably, the DHP emits minimal visible light, making it suitable for day and night use without disrupting critical circadian rhythms of your reptile.
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