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Old 06-30-15, 11:06 AM   #6
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Re: Are infrared heat lamps safe for me and my snake?

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Originally Posted by Praireboyfarmer View Post
You're probably right, my bad. I can't get a thermostat as of yet because I'm literally tapped out. I have a few dollars to my name right now after purchasing everything I needed for the snake. But I keep a close eye on it and with small adjustments here and there I can keep it pretty steady (82 ambient) I stepped down to a 60 watt bulb today (from a 75 watt) so I can turn it down further at night which should keep it pretty steady (in theory)

I got a Zoo Med Moonlite bulb and he seems to love it.
Since you have a rheostat you're fine for now. The thermostat can wait until you've got the money for it. Definitely a worthwhile upgrade, though. How are the temperatures doing in the cold end of the tank now that you've got the new bulbs?
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