Arcadia Deep Heat Projector - 80w

The sun warms our planet and its creatures through terrestrial light wavelengths known as ‘Infra-Red-A’ and ‘Infra-Red-B’, while ‘Infra-Red-C’ is largely blocked by the atmosphere. These wavelengths carry significant energy as light photons reach the Earth, becoming ‘bio-available’ to animals by penetrating their skin and providing natural warmth. For ectothermic creatures like reptiles, full-spectrum daylight delivers the essential energy they require to thrive. These terrestrial wavelengths are absorbed by objects in the environment, which then re-emit the energy as Infra-Red-C or heated air, acting as ‘black bodies’ in the ecosystem.

Infra-Red-A and Infra-Red-B penetrate deep into an animal’s muscle tissues, offering a thorough warming effect similar to basking under natural sunlight. You can sense this comforting warmth by placing your hand near the lamp, feeling a pleasant tingle akin to stepping into the sun.

The Arcadia Reptile ‘Deep Heat Projector®’ (DHP) delivers vital heat deep into the body in a safe, natural manner as a broad ‘flood’ of warmth. This enables captive reptiles to absorb heat as they would in their natural habitat, avoiding the dangers of overheating often linked to focused beam heat lamps. The heat is accessible directly through skin exposure and indirectly as it radiates back from warmed surfaces like rocks or decor in the basking area, mimicking natural belly warmth and raising ambient temperatures.

Remarkably, the ‘Deep Heat Projector®’ is highly energy-efficient, with an 80w model surpassing the heat output of a 100w CHE or traditional tungsten lamp. Its advanced design features a robust internal reflector, minimizing heat loss and ensuring rapid warm-up to maintain a consistent temperature.

For optimal use, pair the DHP with a reliable thermostat to precisely manage the thermal gradient, and verify temperatures using a high-quality non-contact laser thermometer. When used properly, this premium, handcrafted lamp offers long-lasting, stable heat. Emitting minimal visible light, it can be used day and night without disrupting critical circadian rhythms.

***Important Note: To maximize bulb longevity, always turn off power to the fixture BEFORE installing or removing the bulb.***

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