Exo Terra Intense Basking Spot Lamp 100 W
Product description
This basking spot lamp from Exo Terra offers focused heat and increased light for terrarium environments, helping reptiles find a suitable thermal gradient for activity and digestion. It boosts perceived warmth and brightness, increasing UV-A output which can encourage natural behaviours and reproduction according to the manufacturer.
Key Points
The lamp raises both light and heat by around 35% compared with standard basking bulbs, creating a clear hot spot that helps with thermoregulation. It increases air temperature in the immediate area and is intended to stimulate diurnal species through added UV-A radiation. The product can be used alongside a Night Heat Lamp or an Infrared Basking Spot to establish a 24-hour temperature and light cycle for captive reptiles. Consider that, as with any powerful heat source, placement and distance from the animal must be managed to avoid overheating.
Technical Specifications
- Name: Exo Terra Intense Basking Spot Lamp 100 W
- Power: 100 W
- Effect: Increases light and heat by approximately 35% according to the manufacturer
- Radiation: Enhanced UV-A output
- Compatibility: Can be combined with Night Heat Lamp or Infrared Basking Spot for 24-hour cycles
Practical Tips
Place the lamp to create a distinct basking area while leaving cooler zones elsewhere in the enclosure, so reptiles can thermoregulate by moving between temperatures. Use a reliable thermometer or infrared gun to measure surface and air temperatures under the lamp rather than estimating distance only. For species sensitive to strong light, introduce the increased UV-A gradually and monitor behaviour for signs of stress or avoidance.
Usage Recommendations
Fit the lamp into a suitable ceramic or heat-safe fitting that is rated for 100 W and positioned to prevent direct contact by the animal. Provide stable mounting and check daily during the first week to confirm the basking spot maintains the intended temperature range. Replace the bulb according to the manufacturer’s guidance, as UV output and warming performance may decline with extended use.